Where can I get a tool to disassemble Molex (IDE drive) power cables?

[kehi]

I thought I saw one at radio shack but I don't have the part number. Please lmk. Thanks

 

[Insane3D]

Look here.

🙂

 

[Nebor]

Here's a wide array of tools.

Should get that Molex thingy open in no time flat.

 

[kehi]

thanks. Found it 😀😛

 

[EeyoreX]

I just use a fine screwdriver that was part of my precision tool kit. Cost me less than 15 bux for 8 precision screwdrivers, a small "standard" screwdriver with changable heads and rachets, a needle-nose pliers, wire snips and tweazers. I've done a few power supplies with no trouble at all.

\Dan

 

[Mday]

Originally posted by: EeyoreX
I just use a fine screwdriver that was part of my precision tool kit. Cost me less than 15 bux for 8 precision screwdrivers, a small "standard" screwdriver with changable heads and rachets, a needle-nose pliers, wire snips and tweazers. I've done a few power supplies with no trouble at all.

\Dan

these have a tendency to break the flanges on the pins if you're not careful because you're actually permanently bending the flange and have to unbend them. a pin extractor depresses the flange, and does not require unbending because they spring back. however, the pin extractor only works for the female pins (coming from the power supply) and do not work on male pins (extensions or drive end) due to the thinner diameter. i use a pair of tweezers for the male ends, i file down the end, and because of the way the connector is, you can depress the flanges.