On 9/5/06, Tamas Rudnai wrote: > Same here, however, in my case the pre-assembled cable 3 times more > expensive than if I make it. For that one I had to order a special crimping > tool and a good quality cable stripper, but still I will be able to make it > cheaper. Which I still worry is that if it is a good idea of having the 2x3 > pin PCB header solder into the PCB in side way. I mean normally you make 6 > holes and put it through, but I would like to make a hole less solder places > on the edge of the board and slide the connector that both rows are in the > opposite side of the PCB. If I can't make it then I have to buy a bigger 90 > degree connector or a cable one which is more expensive of course... > What you are describing works fine. In fact, it is suprisingly sturdy. Regards, Mark markrages@gmail -- You think that it is a secret, but it never has been one. - fortune cookie -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist