Powertap G3 broken connector - any way to solder it back?
07-06-20, 09:57 AM
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Powertap G3 broken connector - any way to solder it back?
Hi all, in a battery replacement accident, broke my powertap connector:
Is there a way I can fix it? Anyone knows how to remove the PCB to solder it back? Thanks!
Is there a way I can fix it? Anyone knows how to remove the PCB to solder it back? Thanks!
07-06-20, 11:06 AM
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I would seriously contact Quarq to see if this can be serviced. I haven't seen any manuals describing disassembly of the hub. Even if you can access the PCB, it may be difficult to repair. The PCB may be conformal coated or encapsulated to prevent intrusion of water, grease, and dirt.You have to remove the material, replace the connector and then re-encapsulate/coat it. Even finding a replacement connector may be difficult.
07-06-20, 11:24 AM
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I would seriously contact Quarq to see if this can be serviced. I haven't seen any manuals describing disassembly of the hub. Even if you can access the PCB, it may be difficult to repair. The PCB may be conformal coated or encapsulated to prevent intrusion of water, grease, and dirt.You have to remove the material, replace the connector and then re-encapsulate/coat it. Even finding a replacement connector may be difficult.
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Take it to an electronics/computer repair shop. They may be able to do it surprisingly low cost. Likely the connector can be found separately but knowing where to find it and install it correctly is the hard part.
