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analogmonkey
11-25-2010, 01:09 PM
I've just got a couple of snes controllers and the screws have been rounded off, i've managed to get them out but need some replacements.

Any idea what type they are?
Cyantist
11-25-2010, 05:45 PM
Take them down to a hardware store. Generally they will measure them and find the correct type.
Chi-kitory
11-25-2010, 08:11 PM
even places like home depot?
PCB_Master
11-25-2010, 08:38 PM
Probably. You don't have to have to get gamebit screws though. Phillips would work just fine.
Chi-kitory
11-25-2010, 10:18 PM
Probably. You don't have to have to get gamebit screws though. Phillips would work just fine.
Oh i see. Thanks for the in site.
retro
11-28-2010, 08:12 AM
Umm, SNES controllers use Phillips screws anyway. They'll be for plastic, not wood screws, so you probably won't find them in a DIY store. Go to an electronics store (try Radio Shack) or look at an electronics wholesaler (MCM, Farnell etc.)

BTW, it's insight (and there's another one for you! lol) ;)
analogmonkey
12-02-2010, 08:46 PM
Tried maplins no luck.

Farnell want £13 for delivery by the looks of it so thats a no go.
raylyd
12-04-2010, 12:26 PM
Farnell dont charge me for delivery
retro
12-10-2010, 01:47 PM
You're looking at a foreign-sourced part - choose another one.

Now that you've hinted you're in the UK (it helps to mention this or fill it in on your profile!), CPC are owned by Farnell but all their stock is UK-based.
gpee
12-22-2010, 04:19 AM
Hey buddy, I would also suggest you get the Philips screw. That would fit in without any problem. But here another issue is that you are not able to find it. You should check in any nearest electronics store if the Farnell are asking for any delivery charge. I hope you get it soon.
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retro
12-22-2010, 05:29 AM
Look here - confirmation its a Phillips screw:

http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Game-Pad-With-Tilt-accelerometer-Mouse/step2/Disassemble-the-SNES-Controller/

http://www.instructables.com/image/FJAXH9EG7YFVX2J/Disassemble-the-SNES-Controller.jpg
analogmonkey
12-22-2010, 07:06 AM
I know its a phillips screws as I've taken them out lol, it's finding that size that's been tricky.

I've found a place that specialises in small screws, so i'm going to email them.
retro
12-22-2010, 11:29 PM
Standard plastic screws. They're not small - try looking in a laptop!

As for the size, just measure it! It's most likely the ISO metric screw thread:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screw
analogmonkey
12-23-2010, 09:27 AM
Smallish then lmao, chill out man its only a screw!


Standard plastic screws. They're not small - try looking in a laptop!

As for the size, just measure it! It's most likely the ISO metric screw thread:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screw