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I was wondering, that is there possibility to put new, longer cable to controller ? What I've noticed, while doing some research, is that CAT 6-type ethernet cable could be suitable to put between controller and the plug, since it has same number of wires and the ground shield. My only worry is that does it have the correct resistance and is there limit for the cable lenght ? Also, one problem would be to find flexible cable, because normal CAT is littlebit too hard and not flexible.

I suggest you go with some other cable. I replaced one of the broken cords with CAT 5 and it is a bit too stiff.

I think 8 wire shielded alarm cable would be perfect for the job.
And replace the whole cable (not just from the ferrite bead to controller).

If you look at the front side of connector you will notice two small holes.
Put something (like a tiny screwdriver) in those holes and connector will pop right open.
That only works on older controllers though, SCPH-110 and newer don't have the holes and are bit trickier to open.

The plug itsef is tricky to open, I once have opened it with small screwdriver and it tends to take damage from the screwdriver. Maybe very careful bending and twitching with both hand would do the trick without ruining it. Or maybe, warm it up with something, hairdryer ?

And there's rubbery cables for sale for sure, just need to find suitable one. Soldering isn't hard task to do.

Use a hairdryer and use plastic tools to crack it open. Be careful to not heat it too hot or else it will deform the plastic. Ideally you need a strong, thin plastic knife. It is a real pain to open neatly, but it is possible with the right tools.

Shadow wrote:Use a hairdryer and use plastic tools to crack it open. Be careful to not heat it too hot or else it will deform the plastic. Ideally you need a strong, thin plastic knife. It is a real pain to open neatly, but it is possible with the right tools.

Indeed, heating must be done very carefully. But, what comes to my mind, is that does the plastic go harder(harder than in the original shape), after it cools down ? Because if it does, there's chance, that the plug cover will crack, when put back again.

I'm sure it would only become slightly more brittle due to the heating of the plastic (ABS) and losses in water molecules still probably present in the ABS. I'm no expert on ABS at this stage, so a good Google search might set you up with the right intel.

Shadow wrote:I'm sure it would only become slightly more brittle due to the heating of the plastic (ABS) and losses in water molecules still probably present in the ABS. I'm no expert on ABS at this stage, so a good Google search might set you up with the right intel.

Or just sacrifice one plug and see what happens. Theory is theory & reality is reality

DD-Indeed wrote:

Shadow wrote:I'm sure it would only become slightly more brittle due to the heating of the plastic (ABS) and losses in water molecules still probably present in the ABS. I'm no expert on ABS at this stage, so a good Google search might set you up with the right intel.

Or just sacrifice one plug and see what happens. Theory is theory & reality is reality

I'm not sure why you just don't use a PS1/PS2 extension cable as the physical replacement instead of CAT cable

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Shadow wrote: I'm not sure why you just don't use a PS1/PS2 extension cable as the physical replacement instead of CAT cable

Because it's cheaper and easier to change the cable than to have a hard time finding those extension cables, pay and/or order them, etc, etc. Besides, I have something to do and the feeling is great, when you succeed.

What about a DB-9 cable?

Shadow wrote:What about a DB-9 cable?

Can be used, but the flexibility is an issue. Normally, what I've seen, those are quite heavy and rather hard.

I believe you're thinking of a DB-25 cable. A DB-9 is very similar to the PSX cable, yet much cheaper and flexible over CAT cable.

Shadow wrote:I believe you're thinking of a DB-25 cable. A DB-9 is very similar to the PSX cable, yet much cheaper and flexible over CAT cable.

Time to start searching...