Phonoland

I have just picked-up a Rowe R-90 jukebox with a destroyed Reed Switch. When I started looking for a replacement I found complete assemblies from the usual suspects at $25 - $45, and new reed switches from companies like DigiKey at $0.30 - $2. As only the reed switch itself is faulty I don't really want to replace the complete assembly. However, DigiKey sell hundreds of different reed switches and other than the Rowe part number (2-10726-02) I don't have any other specs for the switch.

Does anyone know of a correct new replacement for this part, or any other info which would help me to locate one?

Keith,
I have used various switches there--all have operated just fine, once adjusted.
Ron Rich

Thanks Ron

I'm always dubious about ordering parts when I don't know if the specs are correct. Do you think this would do the job? http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/e ... ND/2218224

Kith,
Check it for size against the data sheet--I think it will work--but am not sure--
Ron Rich

At just under ½" in length (10mm) I think it should be okay. I have ordered it, so we will see.

Hi Keith,
I have used various length switches here (and also for the Seeburg's), so here are a couple of "tips"---
Look at the switch and determine which blade is the mobile one. Use a colored "Sharpie" to mark the opposite side, as this is the side you want to "face" the magnet. Tack-solder ONE lead to the board, attempting to find the "sweet spot". which should be as close to dead center,as possible, at the end of a record--do not cut leads from that switch -yet, as you may need to re-position it. Once you have found the "sweet spot", doubbbbble check, that you are "centered, in the PC board's "adjustment range" ( don't axk !!).That being done, you now can solder/cut, both ends properly, and adjust it correctly--
HTH,
Ron Rich

Thanks Ron

All sounds logical. I'll let you know how it goes.

Keith,
You are welcome--however, I'm just a little worried about you now--
If I'm "sounding logical", you MAY be in trouble !!!
Ron