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Can an IEC socket be too short?

I recently replaced the female end of my custom power cable because the previous plug seemed to not be very tight. It was super easy to cause my Luxman integrated to lose power with just a little motion (1-2 mm).

Well, the new plug does exactly the same thing. So now I’m wondering, is it possible for an IEC socket to be too shallow, or have pins that are too short? Or could it be that because the equipment lacks a ground pin I’m missing grip strength?

erik_squires
czarivey
5,680 posts
 

Thanks for posting another valid reason not to use custom aftermarket powercords for phools ta loin!!

 

erik_squires OP
15,670 posts
 

I think the idea of duct tape is not fixing the root issue. I'm more worried about the conductors not making a large enough grip.  The plug moving around in the socket is secondary. 

 

@ghdprentice 

Or, better yet, get a better power cord. Power cords make a big difference sonically and high quality power cords have very tight fittings.

Would rather make my own than ever buy one pre-made.  DIY cables is part of how I enjoy my hobby so if I give that up, I might as well stop listening to music. :)

petg60
1,486 posts
 

Erik, you have to check the length of the pins and compare them with aftermarket ones like Furutech or similar. Speaking of Furutech all of their iec plugs give a tight fit in my experience. Other iec plugs that have a good fit are Iego. 

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