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eHam Forums => CW => Topic started by: N4MJG on December 17, 2022, 07:53:11 AM
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HI fellow ham friends,
i'm relearning lamic key from mfj keyer since i had stroke back 2019 since my left hand is not good as i do on my right hand my problem is i can't hold down the mini key as i use to but i'm trying to use my left hand to hold dow.I know ya are think to use my heavy key without holding it down ,but i wanted to try to use my mini key and try to hold it down without messing me up ! The stroke sucks as ya know. had to deal with it !
73
Jackie
N4MJG
SKCC 7305 SINCE 2005
NAQCC 5233
PRFER EQSL
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Does that key have screw holes for attaching to a heavy surface?
Using the attachment screw holes may be your best option.
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NO IT DON'T
Does that key have screw holes for attaching to a heavy surface?
Using the attachment screw holes may be your best option.
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The MFJ KEY IS A 561/561K MINI KEY
73
Jackie
N4MJG
SKCC 7305 SINCE 2005
NAQCC 5233
PREFER EQSL
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I bought one of these super-sticky pads from DX Engineering, and even after a couple of years, it's still sticky and holds my keys and paddles VERY securely on my desktop. The pads are also nice and large.
https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/dxe-paddlepad-s
If you're trying to put the key in your lap or something because of your range of motion limitations, you could put these pads on a book or a lap desk or something and I think it would work for you.
Good luck my friend.
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I bought some pads at WalMart called Cuisinart Flexible Silicone Stretch Lids. There's four to a pack, two different sizes. They're about $4. They don't stick over leftover containers as advertised, but they make great key pads. The definitely don't slide around on the desk and do hold your key in place.
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i manage to hold down my 561/561f down without any problem i did very well with my left hand, i cut power way down so it get out or use dummy load to practice my code.it so small hard to work with but as i said i manage down tight when i send my call sign on my ft 847 radio i did very well with my left hand that what i'll do next time just hold it down tight ! because it so small ! thank who try to help me but i do it my own way
73
Jackie
N4MJG
SKCC 7305 SINCE 2005
NAQCC 5233
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Good for you!
That's one of the things people don't understand about a stroke and just how it affects each person.
In a debilitating stroke you literally have to relearn many basic things, and sometimes different ways to accomplish things.
Jackie I applaud your efforts because you are overcoming a large adversity.
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Try neodymium magnets and stick it too a heavier piece of metal.