8886 PF cable issue

[Zerobricks]

Hi guys

I bought several of the 8886 PF extension cables and noticed my motors would not work on them. They all use the newer version of the connector with rounded cable gland.

The problem is, that the metal tabs seem to have less bracing, so they do not contact the motor as well as the old version.

Here's a video of the issue.

Anyone else experiencing the same problem?

I will also send Lego costumer support a message regarding this issue.

[Void_S]

Nice observation, Zero (Zblj)!   I faced the same situation recently, but didn't validate that it's a version-related issue, not just a simply bad contact. I'll double-check my extension cables once more.

[Attika]

I've noticed it too, but I'm too much of a DIY person so just grabbed a pointy knife and pushed it betwwen the wall and the metal tab slightly bending the tabs inward and the problem was solved. They work nicely since for me.

[Limga]

I have the same problem. It is pretty annoying as the high quality is what I am awaiting from purchasing expensive LEGO cables:(

[doug72]

34 minutes ago, Attika said:

I've noticed it too, but I'm too much of a DIY person so just grabbed a pointy knife and pushed it betwwen the wall and the metal tab slightly bending the tabs inward and the problem was solved. They work nicely since for me.

Thats the first thing I check if a the plug on PF componant stops working - I use the sharp pointed edge of a craft knife or an old small watch makers screwdriver to ease the contacts out on both the male and female parts of the connection.
Usually works every time.

[Attika]

1 hour ago, Doug72 said:

Thats the first thing I check if a the plug on PF componant stops working - I use the sharp pointed edge of a craft knife or an old small watch makers screwdriver to ease the contacts out on both the male and female parts of the connection.
Usually works every time.

 Glad to hear I'm not alone with my "fix it" fixation. 

@Limga I guess this problem has more to do with the combination of new and old parts like buggy motors. I didn't have any problem around the new PF connections.

Edited May 3, 2017 by Attika

[Bricktrain]

I have had similar problems with PF connections and also have resorted to slighly bending the contacts to fix the problem.