Has anyone here used tinned copper tape for repairing PCB card edge
connections? I've used the PACE kit for many years but am running out of
the edge connector repair strips so am looking around to see what may work.

Looking at tinned copper tape that has conductive tape - but I doubt it
will handle much current so will have to clean that off or solder the
end of the strip to the trace.

Just wondering if anyone else here has run across a suitable replacement
for the PACE repair kit tinned foils...

Thanks,

John :-#)#
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John:

It very much depends on the specific conditions and results needed.

I have used the functional equivalent of this stuff:

https://www.dickblick.com/products/s...AvJCEALw_w cB

Following up the adhesive with solder. Given its thickness, it will handle about any current a PC trace can handle and more - but it is thick and when applied may not allow the board to fit into its slot. My process is to use a very sharp blade to cut the foil back from the edge, use a dull version of that same blade to remove the damaged foil down to the board, apply the adhesive foil, and solder the joint. Burnish the foil for good adhesion.

I have also used the K&S line of fine foils when I had limited wiggle-room for thickness. NOTE: A fine hand, good light, sharp blade(s) and patience are necessary, as well as high quality adhesives. I used ultra-thin superglue (ZAP brand), but I had to polish out the run-off in some cases when my hand was too heavy:

https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon....L._SL1000_.jpg

Again, finalize the electrical connection with solder.

Being an Architecture/Fine Arts major far back in the day acquainted me with all sorts of materials that are common, but not well known - that I have adapted to this hobby.

Best of luck with it!

Peter Wieck
Melrose Park, PA