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• RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - ozzyboy 14:34:30 05/02/14 (0)
  In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 27, 2014 at 16:34:57

  Try this site.
  http://store.carbonfibergear.com/materials
  

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• RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - House13 08:18:40 04/30/14 (0)
  In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 27, 2014 at 16:34:57

  This company, Kyle Switch Plates, has any size and oversize receptacle covers in most materials and finishes (except carbon fiber). I am using their stainless steel (being non-magnetic) oversized outlet covers (3 1/2" x 5 1/2") @ $4.95 each for all my dedicated outlets.

  • http://www.kyleswitchplates.com   (Open in New Window)

  
  

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• RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - FRO 16:07:55 04/28/14 (0)
  In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 27, 2014 at 16:34:57

  Although they are not standard size, I have some real carbon fiber outlet plates for sale on this site for a steal!
  Could make a nice project with little investment.
  Good Luck.
  

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• Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 - RadioWonder 06:55:39 04/28/14 (4)
  In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 27, 2014 at 16:34:57

  Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 is very close to the sound of the more expensive models...

  • Tweaks Post-Brainerd Liberty Model 126453   (Open in New Window)

  
  

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  • RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 - Scottson 10:05:29 04/28/14 (3)
    In Reply to: RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 posted by RadioWonder on April 28, 2014 at 06:55:39

    Thanks RadioWonder. I turned up that thread in my search. Unfortunately, a search of Brainerd's site, Amazon, Home Depot & Lowe's, seems to suggest that this model has been discontinued.
    

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    • RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 - Tweaker456 14:48:21 05/03/14 (0)
      In Reply to: RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 posted by Scottson on April 28, 2014 at 10:05:29

      You should be able to get the Brainerd 126453. I'm very impressed with it. Recommended by Duster.
      

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    • RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 - Duster 15:56:25 04/28/14 (1)
      In Reply to: RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 posted by Scottson on April 28, 2014 at 10:05:29

      It's still available, but it's nowhere near as good as your Oyaide WPC-Z, and not of any use for your situation.
      
      See link:
      
      

      • http://www.amazon.com/Liberty-Hardware-126453-Insert-Caramel   (Open in New Window)

      
      

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      • RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 - Crazy Dave 10:59:42 04/29/14 (0)
        In Reply to: RE: Brainerd Liberty Model 126453 posted by Duster on April 28, 2014 at 15:56:25

        Hi Duster,
        
        Maybe not as good as the Oyaide, but maybe good enough for me! I really like the looks to at worst, I will have a very reasonably priced, cool looking wall plate. I will also be interested to read what you results are with the aluminum wall plates. They also look very cool!
        
        Dave
        

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• RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - SgreenP@MSN.com 17:00:24 04/27/14 (7)
  In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 27, 2014 at 16:34:57

  I have elCheapo plastic covers from Home Depot that I use with my fancy outlets. They don't interact with the receptacle, have no sound of their own (no metal) and I am happy with them.
  

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  • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Scottson 17:18:07 04/27/14 (6)
    In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by SgreenP@MSN.com on April 27, 2014 at 17:00:24

    Yes, searching the Home Depot site right now! There are some possibilities but I wondered whether nylon or polycarbonate covers would deliver the damping qualities of carbon fiber. I guess I'll give some a try but they will need to be cut to fit.
    

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    • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Duster 10:39:53 04/28/14 (5)
      In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 27, 2014 at 17:18:07

      I suggest that you contact the Oyaide distributor and ask if they can order some replacements. It's important to understand that the carbon fiber faceplate is not just for vibration control, it's also very much intended to dissipate electric fields caused by the AC outlet termination points. If all else fails, you may be able to trim a non-magnetic stainless steel faceplate to fit as a safety replacement (the Cooper brand product is non-magnetic).
      
      Lotus Group - Oyaide Distributor USA:
      
      http://www.lotusgroupusa.com/
      
      Lowe's - Cooper Stainless Steel Wall Plate:
      
      http://www.lowes.com/pd_192288-334-93101-SP-L_0__?productId=1054665
      
      
      

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      • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Scottson 11:02:46 04/28/14 (4)
        In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Duster on April 28, 2014 at 10:39:53

        Thanks for the info. Duster - I was hoping you might have some good advice. I've ordered a couple of cheapo faceplates that I could potentially trim to fit as DIY replacements. In the meantime, I've emailed the Lotus group about the possibility of getting replacements. I'll let you know what I learn.
        

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        • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Duster 14:30:42 04/28/14 (3)
          In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 28, 2014 at 11:02:46

          I recommend that you ask for a replacement faceplate screw (or two) while you are at it. The particular thread size for an Oyaide AC outlet seems to be impossible to find, even from the best hardware stores in the USA.
          
          
          

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          • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Scottson 17:59:00 04/28/14 (2)
            In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Duster on April 28, 2014 at 14:30:42

            Presumably some idiosyncratic Japanese metric specification? I inquired about replacements & they are going to get back to me.
            
            Thanks again for your help.
            

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            • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Duster 15:32:38 05/01/14 (1)
              In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Scottson on April 28, 2014 at 17:59:00

              Please report your findings.
              
              
              

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              • RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? - Scottson 17:38:10 05/01/14 (0)
                In Reply to: RE: Carbon fibre faceplate replacements for Oyaide WPC-Z? posted by Duster on May 01, 2014 at 15:32:38

                Will do. Thus far the response was that they'd inquire & get back to me - or, more accurately, I should get back to them - in a couple of weeks.
                

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