so I ****** up...help

[dogbone]

so, I recently got a new analox analyser...was super excited...in my excitement...I plugged the sensor into the cable before I screwed it in...immediately realizing my error...I went to unplug it so I could screw it in...long story short, in my zeal...I pulled a cable out of the connector...FML....yes yes, I know, dont pull on the cable to get the connector out...should of known better

anyways, question is...does anyone know what kind of connector / crimper I need to fix this? I need a new connector that goes into the oxygen sensor, and the crimping tool to make a new one I think...

I tried reaching out to the manufacturer...they have yet to respond back

thanks for any help you can offer

 

[Southside]

It is a molex connector. You are going to need a molex crimping tool to properly crimp it. You may be able to get away with an F crimper but it isn't the right tool for the job.

You can purchase a connector and terminals here: https://www.silentexplorers.com/online-store/Molex-Connector-Repair-Kit-p97444690

Or you can find it on mouser, digikey, or another electronics shop.

 

[JahJahwarrior]

Did the pin come out with the wire, or did the wire pull free from the pin?

It always stinks to buy a tool you'll never use again to fix one screwup. If you happen to already have a soldering iron, I would be tempted to buy a molex plug with a lead on it already, and solder it on to the wires, instead of buying the crimping tool.

But that Molex kit on silent explorers is cheap. If you still have the soldering iron, I would also be tempted to use that repair kit, and make the crimps with some needle nose pliers.

Glad you are using an o2 analyzer yourself, and changing the sensors! Just be a tiny bit more careful next time but I've broken the molex connectors atleast once myself...

 

[dogbone]

Did the pin come out with the wire, or did the wire pull free from the pin?

It always stinks to buy a tool you'll never use again to fix one screwup. If you happen to already have a soldering iron, I would be tempted to buy a molex plug with a lead on it already, and solder it on to the wires, instead of buying the crimping tool.

But that Molex kit on silent explorers is cheap. If you still have the soldering iron, I would also be tempted to use that repair kit, and make the crimps with some needle nose pliers.

Glad you are using an o2 analyzer yourself, and changing the sensors! Just be a tiny bit more careful next time but I've broken the molex connectors atleast once myself...

just the wire pulled free...i'm not sure that's the right kit though...the connector is super small and just 2 prong...and OMG...why are crimpers so expensive!? ALL YOU DO IS PUSH ON A THING CRIMPER!!! >.<

 

[JahJahwarrior]

I'm not familiar with Analox sensors, but does the o2 sensor have a wire coming out from itself, with the plug on the end of that wire, and you connect it to PCB?

I'm used to using sensors where the PCB has the wiring, and it plugs in to a board on the sensor.

Anyways, does this look more like it? Keep in mind that in their first photos, they have a mated pair of male and female connectors. Look at the last photos to see them separated to compare.
Molex Jumper 2 Wire Assembly - PRT-09918 - SparkFun Electronics

 

[CuriousRambler]

The generic crimp type you'll want to hunt for is an "open barrel crimper." Crimpers in general cost entirely too much, try pricing crimp tools for Amphenol pins, when generic ones run $300+.

If your wire is 20AWG or smaller, these should work.
If you're 24AWG or larger, these should work for less money.

If you only expect to use them once, buying crimpers may not make sense, but that's a call only you can make.

 

[Southside]

Just read through the Analox manual, which I would recommend doing for any new equipment. It specifies that the connector is a JST 2 pin.

 

[dogbone]

Just read through the Analox manual, which I would recommend doing for any new equipment. It specifies that the connector is a JST 2 pin.

Yeah, I had read through the getting started manual briefly when I got it, didn't have anything about disconnecting the sensor though... After I saw there's a more detailed version somewhere... Haven't read that yet

 

[dogbone]

Just read through the Analox manual, which I would recommend doing for any new equipment. It specifies that the connector is a JST 2 pin.

So would something like this work you think yo fix it?
Qibaok Crimping Tool Kit Ratcheting Crimper with 1550PCS 2.54mm Dupont Connectors and 760pcs 2.54mm JST-XH Connectors for AWG 26-20(0.1-0.5mm²) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZK5F8HP/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_i_V5PZEb0T9Z7PF

 

[greeniguana]

JST pigtails.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013JRWCBU?tag=duckduckgo-fpas-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1