It's an inexpensive one from Radio Shack so probably not worth the time and money for a repair shipment. I like the idea of a secure connection. These power jacks don't do well with our kind of abuse. And, speaking of abuse... > Subject: [roc-chat] Re: Assistance with Repair on ROC PA System > From: ken@xxxxxxxxxxxxx > Date: Sat, 23 Aug 2014 13:24:12 -0700 > To: roc-chat@xxxxxxxxxxxxx > > I'd recommend installing a connector that positively locks when it's engaged. > ie: it has a collar that screws down or a latch. I hate those DC power jacks. > > How big is the amplifier? Is it worth shipping to get repaired. > > Let me know. > > Ken > > > On Aug 23, 2014, at 9:55 AM, R Dierking wrote: > > > The connector for the small PA system 12 VDC is damaged/loose. Please see > > the attached photo. We only use this small PA for the regular monthly > > launches. We have a back-up (my PA system) we can use for the September > > launch. > > > > I would like to get the connector repaired for the December launch but I > > don't have the skill to either replace the connector or solder the power > > supply cable directly to the PC board and install some strain relief. > > > > Please let me know if you can help with this. > > > > Thank you, > > Richard Dierking > > (951) 526-5224 > > <PA 12 Volt Connector.JPG> > > > -- > ROC-Chat mailing list > roc-chat@xxxxxxxxxxxxx > //www.freelists.org/list/roc-chat >