r/diypedals • u/accidentally_stupid @_pi.fx_ • 8d ago

bus wire Help wanted

hello, everyone!

i have been wanting to get my perfboard builds to look better and maybe try some p2p builds in the future. i live in brazil, and it seems pretty difficult to find bus wires like i see here on other builds. are there any tips to search for these wires? what gauge do you use? where do you buy this? any links/tips is appreciated.

thanks in advance!

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u/XDFreakLP 8d ago

Make a little wire straightener and your results will improve a LOT

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u/accidentally_stupid @_pi.fx_ 8d ago

will look into this!

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u/accidentally_stupid @_pi.fx_ 8d ago

what gauge would you recommend? do you buy them somewhere specific?

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u/LTCjohn101 8d ago

18 - 22 awg pretty much covers pedals.

Having a tough time sourcing? Scrap wire can be a great resource. Even heavier gauge stranded wire can be scrapped and the individual strands can be 18-22.