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Thoughts on alternative materials/construction for VH Fine Silver ICs

Posted by Julien43 on November 24, 2005 at 08:02:40:
Hello... I'll tell you what I've done so far and what I plan to do
First, I wrapped 5/16" cotton rope with 3/16" of layers of teflon tape
I, then constructed the cable as described in Chris's receipe
I have had problems in the past with the stiff teflon tubing putting strain, and eventually cause failure at the solder connection
I have made a pair like the ones I'm describing, and they haven't failed in 4 years. I used Cardas SLVR RCAs but prefer the Eichmann Bullet Plugs
I intend to use the Eichmann's. I plan to strip back the teflon tape inside th RCAs to expose the cotton. Then use electronic grade silicone to fill the void inside the plug.
I am hoping that this will provide additional strain refeif without effecting the sonics too much
Any thoughts or suggestions you may have are most appreciated!!

Julien
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