TU-58 tape drives and melted capstans (was Re: HP Protocol Analyzers)

From: Don Maslin <donm_at_cts.com>
Date: Sun Sep 15 18:27:00 2002

On Sat, 14 Sep 2002, R. D. Davis wrote:

> Quothe Ethan Dicks, from writings of Thu, Sep 12, 2002 at 10:04:52AM -0700:
> > Interesting offer, but Allison's suggestion of Tygon
> > tubing seems to be working just fine. I bought a
>
> Some people have also had success with hoses from auto parts stores,
> or from their own supplies of spare auto parts. Are there any
> benefits to using tygon instead of rubber?

Even a rubber grommet of the proper bore diameter can be used by
turning/sanding down the flanges to get the needed OD.

                                                - don

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