How do you remove wires from a Molex connector?
John Thompson
Published Feb 21, 2026
How do you remove wires from a Molex connector?
Please try again later. Simple video showing how to use a paperclip to remove the wires from a Molex connector. All you need to do is find a small, sturdy, “rod” that you can depress two tabs that keep each wire from coming out of the connector.
How do you remove plastic from copper cable?
Trim the dielectric plastic 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) from the end of the cable. The final layer of insulation for the cable is a white plastic housing around the main conductor. Use a wire stripper or razor and gently cut around the plastic 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) from the top. Then peel it away to expose the copper conductor underneath.
What to do when coaxial cable connector comes loose?
When working with cables, safety should always be your top priority. If the connector you wish to replace has come loose, as is often the case, you may be able to simply twist it off. If not, you’ll need to use a construction knife or wire strippers to detach the worn-out connector.
How do you connect copper to coaxial cable?
Push the connector over the cable so the copper conductor sticks out. Hold the cable in one hand and the connector in the other. Then insert the conductor into the hold in the center of the connector. Continue pushing until the conductor sticks out just above the edge of the connector on the other side.
When working with cables, safety should always be your top priority. If the connector you wish to replace has come loose, as is often the case, you may be able to simply twist it off. If not, you’ll need to use a construction knife or wire strippers to detach the worn-out connector.
How do you remove ribbon cable from computer?
Flip the cable clip up by hand to remove the old cable. At the end of the ribbon cable where it connects to the electronic, there is a horizontal strip of plastic with little rivets sticking out of it. This is the cable clip. Put the tip of your index finger in the middle of these rivets and gently pull it upwards.
What’s the best way to crimp a copper cable?
Crimp the ring tightly around the end of the connector using the appropriate crimping tool. Trim any loose wires. Cut the copper core wire flush with the end of the connector. Pull on the connector to make sure it is firmly attached. Repeat the steps to attach a connector on the other end of the cable.
How do you replace a coaxial cable jacket?
Make another small incision into the cable’s protective jacket, taking care not to penetrate the wire braiding located directly beneath the jacket in the process. Gently peel back the cable’s protective jacket and wire braiding in order to make room for your new coaxial cable connector.