Cliff DC external Jacks... Crap / not crap?

[Addy Bart]

Been buying my dc jacks from Tayda for a while now but lately I'm experiencing connectivity problems on every build. The connection is only good with the OneSpot adapter at a certain position.

Is this a common problem? A reason to avoid this type of DC jack?

I wondered if it was my OneSpot so I bought new extensions from Small Bear and Das Musikding and I have the same issues. I don't think it's my soldering but I'm fast running out of things to blame!

[Travis]

Yeah the DC jacks from Tayda are the bottom of the barrel (pun intended)

Cliff and Kobiconn are good brands

[IvIark]

I really like these ones

http://www.jprelec.co.uk/store.asp/c=450/DC-power-socket---panel-mounting

Although they obviously won't be suitable for anyone wanting to also use a battery.  I never do so the reduced dimensions and hole size required, plus a solid design makes them perfect for me.

[Addy Bart]

Thanks chaps. I'll order some Cliff ones from Das Musikding then.

I was under the impression that the jacks from Tayda were actually the Cliff brand, but they're their own. Pity that I have so many of them!

You live and learn.

[gul]

Both of the Lumberg brand DC jacks that Paul sells are super-sturdy IME:

http://www.diyguitarpedals.com.au/shop/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=15

[Addy Bart]

Cool, thanks for the heads up! I'll get some next time I order from Paul.