- Loose ports or dust may cause charging problems.
Charging Cable: Nowadays Smartphone has become an important part of our life and along with it Charging Cable has also become a daily necessity but the biggest problem arises when the cable starts getting cut, bent or loose again and again. Many people immediately buy a new cable in such a situation, whereas sometimes a small problem can be easily fixed at home. If your charging cable also gets damaged quickly then some simple tricks can be very useful for you.
First of all understand why the cable gets damaged
Most of the charging cables get damaged due to repeated bending at the same place. Especially the part near the USB Port and Charging Pin becomes weak quickly. Due to continuous pulling, bending and misuse, the inner wire starts breaking. For this reason, sometimes charging happens intermittently and sometimes the cable stops working completely.
Electric tape can provide immediate solution
If the cable is being cut only from above and the inner wire is not completely broken then Electric Tape can prove to be very helpful. Covering the affected area properly can prevent further damage to the wire. With this the cable can be used comfortably for some time. However, it is important to keep in mind that the tape only provides external protection. If the wire is completely broken then this method will not work for long.
Spring device can increase the life of cable
Many people keep the charging cable safe by using the spring of an old pen. By placing a spring near the USB or Charging Pin, the cable does not bend more than that part and the risk of breakage is reduced. This small home-made trick is considered very effective in increasing the life of the cable and many protectors available in the market also work in the same way.
Heat Shrink Tube will make it look like new
If you want a slightly better and cleaner solution then Heat Shrink Tube can be used. This plastic tube shrinks when heated and sticks firmly to the cable. This provides additional protection to the cut or weak part. This method is considered especially good for those people who want to keep the cable safe for a long time.
Fix loose cable like this
Many times the problem is not in the cable but in its connector. If charging is getting disconnected again and again, then dust or dirt accumulated in the port could also be the reason. In such a situation, the problem can be solved by cleaning the port with a soft brush or dry air. Apart from this, it is also important to avoid keeping the cable too bent.
When does it become necessary to buy a new cable?
If the cable gets too hot during charging, sparks are visible or the inner wire becomes visible outside, then it can be dangerous to use it. In such a situation, buying a new and good quality cable is considered a safe option. That means there is no need to throw away every bad charging cable immediately. Many small problems can be fixed at home with easy methods and this can also save your money.
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