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I have this HP 0950-4404 AC Power Adapter, from a discarded printer, that I want to re-purpose. I'd rather keep the connector intact and buy a jack that it fits. I can't find anything online about it. It looks like a Molex connector of some kind with the usual pins and sockets. Does anyone know what this is?
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Common practice is to use a ZIF adapter, aka programming socket adapter, test socket, etc, for the relevant IC form factor. For SOIC 16 through 24, for instance, this adapter ($13.99 on eBay) can be used:
Such ZIF sockets exist for several standard SMD IC formats.
The resin-like conducting strips used in LCDs are called elastomeric connectors, and are available in various pin pitches:
These can be purchased in long strips and cut up for use on a DIP adapter, but there don't seem to be any such adapters available on the sites I know of.
Nope I had my names wrong, looks like a JST http://www.jst-mfg.com/product/search_e.php?type=1&id=1&page=1
Best Answer
OK, I contacted Molex and I found out that this is a Molex Mini Fit 3-pin connector custom-made part because the polarization is different from the standard Mini Fits. I asked which part number most closely resembled this one and was told Part Number: 39-01-4032, Mini-Fit Jr.™ Plug Housing, Single Row with Panel Mount Ears
I ordered some samples and this fits amazingly well. It has 2 square holes but they fit the mating 'pins' well. I had to cut in a groove to accomodate the key and I had to file down the lock tab so it could be disassembled without having to use a finger to lift the tab. So I have all the functionality of the original connector.
So it looks like
alex.forencichandMichael Kjörlingwere right about the general type of connector. Thank you.