Where do i get LONG lengths/rolls of braid-wire for under Playfield (GI) wiring?

[Marty Machine]

subject-line says it all...
Where do i get LONG lengths/rolls of braid-wire for under Playfield (GI) wiring?

A playfield i'm about to rebuild (Space Invaders) has it's original braid-wire (GI wiring) somewhat hacked and many sections missing.

I'm going to need some NEW braid, and a decent staple gun to rebuild the playfield upto scratch again.

Anyone know suppliers of the pre-tinned braid? and recommendations for the 'right' staple gun from local hardware store?
I don't mind if i have to buy it form O/Seas/ebay etc.

I figure there must be another use for it, it's gotta be somewhere other than pinball shops.

Should i even forget about using braid?, and just use a roll of decent guage tinned-copper wire? problems?
I know somebody will suggest de-solder wick, but it's raw copper and will corrode in time...

Thanx in advance,
MM.

[Homepin]

subject-line says it all...
Where do i get LONG lengths/rolls of braid-wire for under Playfield (GI) wiring?

A playfield i'm about to rebuild (Space Invaders) has it's original braid-wire (GI wiring) somewhat hacked and many sections missing.

I'm going to need some NEW braid, and a decent staple gun to rebuild the playfield upto scratch again.

Anyone know suppliers of the pre-tinned braid? and recommendations for the 'right' staple gun from local hardware store?
I don't mind if i have to buy it form O/Seas/ebay etc.

I figure there must be another use for it, it's gotta be somewhere other than pinball shops.

Should i even forget about using braid?, and just use a roll of decent guage tinned-copper wire? problems?
I know somebody will suggest de-solder wick, but it's raw copper and will corrode in time...

Thanx in advance,
MM.

I have used different types of shielded wire in the past such as coaxial antenna cable - stripped back and remove the outer earth and flatten it - Voila! tinned, flat braid at a reasonable price.

There are also suppliers of braid ready to use for making slot car tracks - start at Hornsby Slot Cars.

Good luck

[Marty Machine]

 Yep, i considered slot-car braid (i'm a member of a slot forum too), i just thought it might be a bit of overkill, too wide for what i needed.
Even on the slot site the guys recommend stripping old tv/video cables for the braid.

I work in the TV broadcast industry, have access to loads of old video cable, and even i couldn't be stuffed stripping long lengths hehehe.

But, it's an avenue to contemplate.
Thanx,
MM.

[pinnies4me]

I researched this on RGP when I was rebuilding the HH. I have previously tried finding something when doing Asteroid Annie (and gavce up then). Came up with nothing proprietary around, saved for the strip something suggestions.

[ddstoys]

Im planning on doin all of strikes and spares so if you come up with anything make sure you let me know even if we buy a roll and split the cost

[Strangeways]

Marty,

I have around 7 playfields swaps to do in the distant future, and I will be buying a roll or two of the ground braid from here ;

http://www.pinrestore.com/Supplies.html

(about 1/3 of the way down)

I think sourcing a local air stapler is the go, but here;s what they have ;

http://www.pinrestore.com/Tools.html#AirStapler

I will be using a hand stapler that we used to use to recloth Billiard Tables. It is an industrial type hand stapler.

[shansta]

Dumb question: Do Stern still use braid?

If so - where are they buying it from?

[ROLLERBALL]

Ive been told 2 things...
Wotto tells me you can use de-soldering wire/braid and buy it in a roll...

and Andrew swears blind to use picture hanging wire...

[shansta]

I have emailed olex cables oz - see if they come back with a local solution.

[johnwartjr]

I use the pinrestore stuff - but I don't have to ship it overseas, so I can appreciate wanting to find it locally!

[Marty Machine]

The pinrestore braid seems quite large 1/4" (6mm), and the braid under most playfields looks more like 3mm wide.

I recall the braid i found via the slotcar suppliers was in 3 or 4mm or 6mm, but once again O/seas.
Some local slot shops have it, but PRICEY, it's cheaper to import it yourself ;-)

Surely that braid must be used somewhere else? it's gotta be some kind of grounding strap at Electrical wholesalers, or somewhere similar?
I just know i'm gonna walk past it one day in a hardware/garden/auto/toy store, and it'll be a 10metre pack for $2.... 

It's gotta be out there......maybe Auto shops? Autobarn, supercheap etc???

Hmmm, searching, searching......
MM.

[johnwartjr]

Look at 'bare wire by the foot' beneath the rolls of braid - that's what you'd use on a playfield like that

[Marty Machine]

Look at 'bare wire by the foot' beneath the rolls of braid - that's what you'd use on a playfield like that

The 'bare wire by the foot' looks like the thin wire used on the BACKBOARD-GI wiring, instead of the wide-flat braid used on Playfields.

[pinnies4me]

and Andrew swears blind to use picture hanging wire...

Tried it - I couldn't get the solder to stick.

[shansta]

and Andrew swears blind to use picture hanging wire...

Tried it - I couldn't get the solder to stick.

Rough it with emery first?

Marty: I'm with you - this stuff must be around somewhere? Tried Middy's?

I tried OLEX - must be someone else out there making cables in Aust?

One of our toolies used to work there - might see what contacts he still has...