Brand New 3PDT switches !!

[blakemoth]

Check them out. We're carrying a new switch from 4Site, the "4SFS3PDT-LS4S (HI-TEMP)", made with (even) higher temperature epoxy and a more rugged internal spring and lever mechanism. The 'Taiwan' version, the "4SFS3PDT-LS (Taiwan)", is $0.40 cheaper, but still performs consistently and has been proving itself durable and valuable for every DIYer and Boutiquer that has received them thus far.

Just thought I'd drop you guys the first hint on those. They're both in stock and ready to ship now!

Here's a direct link :

Taiwan version : http://www.mammothelectronics.com/3PDT-True-Bypass-Footswitch-Taiwan-p/800-1005.htm

4Site High Temp version : http://www.mammothelectronics.com/4SFS3PDT-LS-p/800-1005-4s.htm

[Bret608]

Hi Blake,

I have a question on the hi-temp footswitch. I included one in my first order from you (arrived yesterday--really fast, thanks!). Does this normally work well with the mini wiring boards that you also offer? I got one of those too (part # 4SBRD-4SFS3PDT LRG), but am having trouble getting the solder lugs to go into the holes on the board. This is the first time I've tried to source parts myself as I'm pretty new to pedal building (okay, totally new!), and I'm wondering if I've goofed by not asking if these two work together before I ordered. I'm worried about trying to force the lugs in and cracking the board as well...

This might not be my only goof...I probably should have ordered PC-mount pots, but that I can make work I think.

Thanks a million for any guidance you can provide here!

[blakemoth]

Hi Blake,

I have a question on the hi-temp footswitch. I included one in my first order from you (arrived yesterday--really fast, thanks!). Does this normally work well with the mini wiring boards that you also offer? I got one of those too (part # 4SBRD-4SFS3PDT LRG), but am having trouble getting the solder lugs to go into the holes on the board. This is the first time I've tried to source parts myself as I'm pretty new to pedal building (okay, totally new!), and I'm wondering if I've goofed by not asking if these two work together before I ordered. I'm worried about trying to force the lugs in and cracking the board as well...

This might not be my only goof...I probably should have ordered PC-mount pots, but that I can make work I think.

Thanks a million for any guidance you can provide here!

Thanks for the order! Yeah, those are a pretty tight fitting board for both of the 3PDT-LS switches. Don't be afraid to push them on pretty snug, but you don't need to shove them all the way to the base where the epoxy is.

Another thing to check for is that you order the correct board for the switch you're using. The Industrial 3PDT (the black one) corresponds with the BRD-3PDTSM (small 3PDT board). The Blue 3PDTs are designed for use with the large one.

[Bret608]

Thanks for the helpful reply Blake! I will report back on my success with the switch and will definitely post my completed build in the appropriate thread. I can't wait--Madbean Pepper Spray (Harmonic Percolator) board in your curry-colored 1590b is a sweet combination!