: Having had no experience of these connectors, I'm baffled as to how you instal the metal connectors into the accompanying plastic housing they are designed to fit. Any guys.
Thank you.
A good fine screwdriver is an absolute necessity. Make sure that they are really locked home. Originally had trouble with EC3's that appeared locked, but weren't.
Stuart
Written before Simon's reply!
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While on the subject of soldering loose pins - I find the Hobbyking "Mr grippy jig" extremely useful and it doesn't sap the heat which metal pliers do in the you-tube clip.
Its currently in stock at the uk warehouse and qualifies for the < 200g postage