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Broken handset plastic plug - can it be replaced?

Started by Dewdrop, June 03, 2010, 09:19:30 PM

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Dewdrop

I have a very long brown handset cord (handset to phone) with one broken clip.

What is this part called? Does it have a part number like RJ__? Can you replace this plug like you can on a modular line cord with the use of a crimper?


Thanks
Debbie

Debbie

Jim Stettler

You need the crimper and a 4p plug to crimp on.
Most cheap crimpers are set up for 6P (line cord) some come with an adaptor. once you get around $40.00 the tools will do handset (4P), line cord (6P) and flat 8 conductor {8P} (typically called RJ45 but isn't really).

You best bet is to buy a replacement cord and stash the broken cord until you get a crimper. When crimping, keep the new plug orientated the same as the original.
Don't be upset if you waste a couple of crimps getting things figured out.
JMO,
Jim
You live, You learn,
You die, you forget it all.

Dewdrop

Here's some crimpers. I haven't used them yet.

So, I would still need a 4p adapter with one of these and find some 4p plugs?

Debbie
Debbie

Jim Stettler

I would expect the ideal to do 4P but it doesn't appear to. You might check online for an adaptor. Years ago I bought a dozen of cheap crimpers like the lower photo. These werre at a long's drug for $1.00 each and they included a 4P adaptor. I bought all they had and offered them at shows for $5.00. most went between free and $3.

Jim
You live, You learn,
You die, you forget it all.