I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

There may be an easy way to abtain various DRO connectors, but I never found
one Joe.

Some of the DRO companies changed to cheaper, and more readily available
D-type connectors (serial PC types).

Mitutoyo had a round connector (metal shell) with 6 equally spaced pins
around in a circle, with a single key to align the connector properly, and a
twist 2-lug bayonet type of retainer/nut on the connector.

Anilam and Acu-Rite had a similar connector (metal shell) that was
interchangeable between the two brands, with the same pinouts.
Sargon was using the D-type before the other manufacturers did, I think.

I'm not sure which type Jenix uses, but if you locate an image of it, it
would be easier to identify it/them.

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"Joseph Gwinn" wrote in message
...
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

The retaining nut for the Jenix connector appears to be threaded instead of
the twist-lock type.

Something to look for is a trademark in the insulator insert in the
connector. If you see something that looks like HRS, but all merged into one
symbol, that would be Hirose. They make a lot of connectors for electronic
gear.

The pdf versions of their catalog sections are avilable here

http://www.hirose-connectors.com/con...gory/index.htm

--
WB
..........
metalworking projects
www.kwagmire.com/metal_proj.html


"Joseph Gwinn" wrote in message
...
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

On Jan 5, 9:58*am, Joseph Gwinn wrote:
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. *I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion. *

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head. *

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. *Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

Snap a pic, I run into all kinds of oddball connectors... might be
able to ID it and find a source.


Dave

In article ,
"Wild_Bill" wrote:

The retaining nut for the Jenix connector appears to be threaded instead of
the twist-lock type.

Yes, it's a loose but captive threaded ring.


Something to look for is a trademark in the insulator insert in the
connector. If you see something that looks like HRS, but all merged into one
symbol, that would be Hirose. They make a lot of connectors for electronic
gear.

The pdf versions of their catalog sections are avilable here

http://www.hirose-connectors.com/con...gory/index.htm

Interesting catalog. I didn't see the Jenix connector, but it will take
a while to look everywhere.

As for a symbol, there is a small stylized WS moulded into the
insulator. The S is styled into a barred circle with two small gaps to
make the S. The W is centered in the circle and overlays the bar. (I
don't know that I have the equipment to photograph the symbol, which
requires a magnifier to see clearly.)


The Jenix connector physically resembles a Philmore model T616C , but
the P616C is smaller than the Jenix connector. The Philmore catalog
describes this as a "multi-pin mobile connector" that is often used for
microphones, one assumes on mobile radios.

The P616C is marked with an EST in an ellipse molded into the plastic
body, and is made in Japan.

Download page 54 from http://www.philmore-datak.com/alphanumindex.html
for the Philmore data.


Thanks,

Joe


--
WB
.........
metalworking projects
www.kwagmire.com/metal_proj.html


"Joseph Gwinn" wrote in message
...
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

Re the photograph part:

I have an 'eyeball' camera for the pc that will focus down to an inch or
so. Usually good enough for what you need. These usually run in the $30
to $60 range.

I also have a Sony DSC-S90 point and shoot digital camera that has a
macro lens capability, focuses down to about 3". When I shoot that with
the 4 Mpixel setting, I can cut the section I need from the large photo.
I have used this to do instruction manual sorts of things like crimping
connectors. You can clearly see tooling marks on the .100dia crimp
connectors (as well as one of my fingers covering half the photo).

Joseph Gwinn wrote:
In article ,
"Wild_Bill" wrote:

The retaining nut for the Jenix connector appears to be threaded instead of
the twist-lock type.

Yes, it's a loose but captive threaded ring.


Something to look for is a trademark in the insulator insert in the
connector. If you see something that looks like HRS, but all merged into one
symbol, that would be Hirose. They make a lot of connectors for electronic
gear.

The pdf versions of their catalog sections are avilable here

http://www.hirose-connectors.com/con...gory/index.htm

Interesting catalog. I didn't see the Jenix connector, but it will take
a while to look everywhere.

As for a symbol, there is a small stylized WS moulded into the
insulator. The S is styled into a barred circle with two small gaps to
make the S. The W is centered in the circle and overlays the bar. (I
don't know that I have the equipment to photograph the symbol, which
requires a magnifier to see clearly.)


The Jenix connector physically resembles a Philmore model T616C , but
the P616C is smaller than the Jenix connector. The Philmore catalog
describes this as a "multi-pin mobile connector" that is often used for
microphones, one assumes on mobile radios.

The P616C is marked with an EST in an ellipse molded into the plastic
body, and is made in Japan.

Download page 54 from http://www.philmore-datak.com/alphanumindex.html
for the Philmore data.


Thanks,

Joe


--
WB
.........
metalworking projects
www.kwagmire.com/metal_proj.html


"Joseph Gwinn" wrote in message
...
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

Yep, I'm familiar with Philmore connectors, fairly common before XLR
connectors became a standard for microphones and audio connections.

The WS trademark doesn't ring any bells, at least not immediately.
The type you describe may also be used for amateur radio connectors, or
older commercial VHF radios. A lot of recently manufactured connectors don't
have metal shells.

You might try the sci.electronics.components? group, or
sci.electronics.repair group with a description of as many characteristics
as you can provide for the connector.

Traditionally, there have been a lot of participants in s.e.r that have
extensive backgrounds in many types of commercial/industrial backgrounds,
not just TV/VCR/Audio gear.

If the connector is a standardized type, there may be very poor generic
clones that are low quality copies. I mention this because if the price is
too low, you may end up with insulators that melt when you try soldering
leads to the pins.

--
WB
..........
metalworking projects
www.kwagmire.com/metal_proj.html


"Joseph Gwinn" wrote in message
...
In article ,
"Wild_Bill" wrote:

The retaining nut for the Jenix connector appears to be threaded instead
of
the twist-lock type.

Yes, it's a loose but captive threaded ring.


Something to look for is a trademark in the insulator insert in the
connector. If you see something that looks like HRS, but all merged into
one
symbol, that would be Hirose. They make a lot of connectors for
electronic
gear.

The pdf versions of their catalog sections are avilable here

http://www.hirose-connectors.com/con...gory/index.htm

Interesting catalog. I didn't see the Jenix connector, but it will take
a while to look everywhere.

As for a symbol, there is a small stylized WS moulded into the
insulator. The S is styled into a barred circle with two small gaps to
make the S. The W is centered in the circle and overlays the bar. (I
don't know that I have the equipment to photograph the symbol, which
requires a magnifier to see clearly.)


The Jenix connector physically resembles a Philmore model T616C , but
the P616C is smaller than the Jenix connector. The Philmore catalog
describes this as a "multi-pin mobile connector" that is often used for
microphones, one assumes on mobile radios.

The P616C is marked with an EST in an ellipse molded into the plastic
body, and is made in Japan.

Download page 54 from http://www.philmore-datak.com/alphanumindex.html
for the Philmore data.


Thanks,

Joe


--
WB
.........
metalworking projects
www.kwagmire.com/metal_proj.html


"Joseph Gwinn" wrote in message
...
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

On Jan 5, 9:58*am, Joseph Gwinn wrote:
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. *I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion. *

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head. *

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. *Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

some connector styles are shown he
http://www.engineered-cables.com/cir...onnectors.html

SW or WS, hmm, Switchcraft doesn't seem to make 6 pin connectors.

MS or SM instead?

Could search over at www.globalspec.com, you have to reg but its free.


Dave

On Jan 5, 9:58*am, Joseph Gwinn wrote:
I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. *I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion. *

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head. *

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. *Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

Last page of this manual has a pinout- may not be correct pinout, but
maybe the connector is the right one?

http://www.dsjenix.com/en/manual/dow...00E-Manual.doc

Hirose looks promising
http://www.hirose-connectors.com/con...tors.aspx?p1=1

Dave

Whilst it certainly makes sense to initially try and obtain the
correct plug, may I suggest (if you cannot source it) a simple option
is to change both plug and socket to something easily obtainable. G

Richard

On Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:58:55 -0500, Joseph Gwinn
wrote:

I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

On Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:44:22 +0000, Richard Edwards
wrote:

Whilst it certainly makes sense to initially try and obtain the
correct plug, may I suggest (if you cannot source it) a simple option
is to change both plug and socket to something easily obtainable. G
Indeed. Ive done that many times on old machine tools

Gunner


Richard

On Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:58:55 -0500, Joseph Gwinn
wrote:

I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn

"Upon Roosevelt's death in 1945, H. L. Mencken predicted in his diary
that Roosevelt would be remembered as a great president, "maybe even
alongside Washington and Lincoln," opining that Roosevelt "had every
quality that morons esteem in their heroes.""

dro_guy had written this in response to
http://rittercnc.com/metalworking/Co...ht-159680-.htm
:
Joe,

I will gladly sell you as many Jenix connectors as you need. Send me a
e-mail or call me at 877-376-4373.

Regards,
Tim Barnard
LMSC
www.digitalreadoutsystem.com

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Joseph Gwinn wrote:


I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn





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In article ,
(dro_guy) wrote:

dro_guy had written this in response to
http://rittercnc.com/metalworking/Co...ht-159680-.htm
:
Joe,

I will gladly sell you as many Jenix connectors as you need. Send me a
e-mail or call me at 877-376-4373.

That's good to know. I'll be calling.

But I still want to know what connector make and model this is, just in
case. Or standard, if it is a standard connector type.

Thanks,

Joe Gwinn


Regards,
Tim Barnard
LMSC
www.digitalreadoutsystem.com

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Joseph Gwinn wrote:


I put a Jenix DRO on my Millrite vertical mill. I would like to add a
Z-axis switch, choosing between the knee vertical motion and quill
motion.

The problem is that I have not been able to figure out the make and
model of the 6-pin connectors used to connect linear scale to readout
head.

I don't think it matters, but the scales are Jenix type JSN5L.

The distributor doesn't know, and an email to Jenix in Korea was not
answered. Nor does google give the answer, although it does mention
Sargon connector adapters.

Any ideas?

Joe Gwinn





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