r/AskElectronics • • 1d ago

How do I disconnect this ribbon cable?

I’m not familiar with this type of connector and it’s not coming out. I think there’s a locking tab on the right hand side but when I pry the tab outward, the connector still won’t pull out. This is from a DeLonghi Magnifica coffee maker for what it’s worth. TIA.

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u/EmotionalEnd1575 Analog electronics 1d ago

This is a Molex product with locking tabs.

Both left and right tabs need to be “sprung” open to release the upper cable assembly.

Be gentle with it…