ZIF CompactFlash Dock
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This is a freestanding dock for CompactFlash cards using a cheap ZIF-CF board of the kind pictured. These can be found on amazon or aliexpress for quite cheap. It achieves the following goals: * Gives the adapter a place to sit and makes it less ugly * Prevents risk of shorts by placing the bare PCB down * Hides the FFC ribbon away from sight * Allows the status LED to shine through You will probably want to get a longer 40-pin flat flex connector (FFC) ribbon cable, with 0.5mm pitch, straight-through (no twist). When folding corners, fold around a card to prevent damaging the conductors. Run the FFC through the guide at the bottom of the dock, optionally using some double-sided tape to keep it in place, and up to the PCB. Then affix the faceplate over top with two M2 ~10-12mm screws. ## Usage Notes If you're using a CF-IDE adapter for your retro computer, but you want easy access to the CF card, you could consider a CF extender, but these are quite expensive! You can use the ZIF standard for a DIY alternative! I've used the following items, but you can find similar items from other sellers: * An IDE-ZIF adapter, these should be quite compact and cheap [https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000546300208.html] * A long (30-40cm) 40-pin 0.5mm pitch FFC ribbon cable [https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002468334211.html] * A ZIF-CF adapter pictured here [https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32839401765.html] ## Printing notes For best finish, print the face of the faceplate flat down on the print surface. No supports should be needed. You may want a brim to prevent warping when printing the base.
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