IBM 4247 Model 003, User Manual

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to prevent breaking the shield strands.
Braid
Braid Clamp
5. Cut the cable core and the conductor insulation to the dimensions shown. Do
not nick the conductors or the insulation.
If the braid is frayed, trim the braid
as described in step 2.
4.3 mm (0.17 in.)
9.5 mm (0.38 in.)
6. Slide the sleeve over the cable core and press the sleeve against the braid
wires.
Using minimum heat, solder the male contacts to the conductors. Clean off
any excess solder.
S l e ev e
Male Contacts
Conducto rs
7. Bend the conductors and the contacts out at right angles to the cable axis. At a
distance of 6.4 mm (0.25 in.), bend the conductors and contacts back parallel
to each other.
6.4 mm (0.25 in.)
8. Slide the insulator over the contacts and the cable so the insulator butts
against the sleeve. Press all the parts together. The contact on the bare copper
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