{"product_id":"flex-ribbon-connector-for-nintendo-switch-joy-con-11-pin-sl-sr-rail-cable-fpc-replacement-zedlabz","title":"Ribbon cable connector for Switch Joy-Con SL SR rail cable FPC internal replacement | ZedLabz","description":"\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e- Replacement 11 pin ZIF connector socket for Joy-con rail ribbon cable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e- Connects the external rail with the mainboard of the controller. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e- Compatible with Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers. \u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e- Detailed soldering needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e- Requires a tri-wing \u0026amp; philips #00 screwdriver to install (not included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis zif connector retains the ribbon cable on the joy-con rail and to the joy-con motherboard, which allows the joy-con to communicate with the Switch console when attached to the console.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flip lock can commonly become broken, which prevents the ribbon from making a connection to the mainboard, and ultimately results in no connection between the joy-cons mainboard and the joy-con rail. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically the fragile plastic locks are almost impossible to replace, so removing the zif connector and soldering a new one in place will normally be the only option.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBy repairing the connection between the joy-con mainboard and joy-con rail it should resolve communication issues when attaching the joy-con onto the Nintendo Switch console. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003ePlease note: There can be multiple possible causes of a fault with a joy-con and we cannot guarantee that replacing this part will fix the controller, please consult an experienced technician if you're unsure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to fix this connector in a joycon\u003c\/h3\u003eInstalling the part requires detailed soldering skills.\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eRequires console disassembly, a tri-wing and philips #00 screwdriver are needed to install this part (not included).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse the range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-us\/collections\/switch\"\u003eNintendo Switch parts and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZedLabz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31145663397990,"sku":"700319","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1810\/1427\/files\/ribbon-cable-connector-for-switch-joy-con-sl-sr-rail-cable-fpc-internal-replacement-zedlabzzedlabz-849453.jpg?v=1741479234","url":"https:\/\/www.zedlabz.com\/en-us\/products\/flex-ribbon-connector-for-nintendo-switch-joy-con-11-pin-sl-sr-rail-cable-fpc-replacement-zedlabz","provider":"ZedLabz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}