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Spare parts for Commodore 64, ZX Spectrum and more!

The store is currently closed for a 2-week Christmas & New Year break (re-opening 4th Jan 2025). Big thanks to all my customers for the orders this year - Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for 2025! - Phil.

Spectrum Connectors

Brand new replacement connectors used in the Spectrum computer.

Products:

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14 Pin DIL chip Socket

DIL 14 socket (suitable for 74LS00, 74LS08, 74LS32, 74LS74, 7406, 4066 etc)

16 Pin DIL Chip Socket

DIL 16 socket (Suitable for 4116, 4164, 4044, 74LS139, 74LS157, 74LS257, 74LS258 etc)

18 Pin DIL chip Socket

DIL 18 socket (suitable for LM1889 Video encoder, 41464 RAM chip etc)

28 Pin DIL Socket

Suitable for for ROM in Spectrum, SID and PLA chips in the Commodore 64

40 Pin DIL Chip Socket

As used for Z80 (and ULA on Spectrum 16/48) , CPC464 and the CPU, VIC-II, CIAs on Commodore 64

DC 2.1mm power socket for Spectrum 16/48 128K etc

Replacement 2.1mm DC Power Socket

A new high quality ("Cliffe" branded) replacement for worn / damaged power sockets on original 16/48K model ZX Spectrum, Spectrum+, Toastrack 128 and grey +2

Ear / Mic connector

The mic / ear sockets on the Spectrum (and ZX81) can become loose / corroded over the years making tape connection intermitent.

Brand new direct replacement socket.
Also used in the "Toastrack" 128 and for Power-in / Ear / Mic in the ZX81

Keyboard membrane connector - 5 way type (Left side)

For original Spectrum, ZX81 and "Toastrack" 128
Brand new

Keyboard membrane connector - 8 way type (right side)

For original Spectrum, ZX81 and "Toastrack" 128
Brand new

Replacement DC jack plug for Spectrum UK1400 PSU

Replacement DC Jack plug for Spectrum PSU

A good quality, high current rated replacement for the original PSU jack plug.
Remember when soldering: The Spectrum PSU is unusual in that the inner pin is negative and the outer barrel is positive. (Getting these reversed will fry your Spectrum!)