Help Bad USB Connector, Replacement?

[canyonbreeze]

The USB connector in my Prevail is bad. The connection is intermittent with the slightest breeze of a jiggle. Same thing with several different chargers and cables. I opened it up to check out the connector and it's an odd one. It's an edge (cutout) mount micro usb that has 5 circuits to the cable but has 6 pins off the back. I have the tools and skills to replace it but can't find an equal part. Anyone know the number or source? Thanks.

 

[wetbiker7]

You might wanna check Ebay . I've seen several on there in the past that were for parts or repair .

 

[canyonbreeze]

New connectors are only a dollar or so, would be best to find the correct one and keep a couple spares. Buying a used phone is gambling on the condition of it's connector.

 

[kolosus]

Have you tried molex.com. You can order some 'samples'. Just be prepared to be overwhelmed!

 

[canyonbreeze]

I don't think Molex makes this part, probably Hirose. Anyway, I found some new connectors on ebay. $12 from US vendors and $2 from Hong Kong. I ordered one from the US to get it faster and 2 from Hong Kong in case it goes bad again. The US seller one arrived on Saturday. Soldered it in this morning and all is working again.