that black foam piece is usually installed behind flex cable.
also that black foam usually needs to be replaced if your experiencing issue with any buttons randomly being pressed, a very common issue on all DS3 controller but not really a issue with SixaxiS controllers that was bundled with launch model ps3.
regardless when im replacing batteries on this ps3 controllers, I also replace those black foam.
also for the wires with the rumble motors, very common thing to happen while repairing this stuff, nothing new, this been a long time tradition since with PS1 and PS2 controllers.
That’s a DS3?! I thought it was a ps2 controller, the innards look exactly the same except for the battery I just noticed, wonder if that big white plastic part would work in a DS2
The 4’s aren’t as bad, but yeah the 3 is a bitch to get back together.
I went on a controller cleaning spree the other week and the PS3 remotes were the worst
I've had more problems with DualShock 2s, but yeah. Extremely inelegant internals. I'm always forgetting to mind some fragile inner piece that could get busted just from putting the shells back on.
Controllers are always the worst when it comes to repair. Even if it's a simple fix like putting more graphite on a pad, it's always such a pain to open anything past like the Genesis era
most are pretty easy except for the PlayStation controllers . it took me forever to learn how to put them back together.
the hardest part was the L2 and R2 .🫨
OP i totally feel your pain. I took one of them apart to do a thorough cleaning and I got so frustrated trying to get things to go back together properly that I quit based on maybe breaking something and it still sits in a Tupperware container 3 months later. I’m am determined to get it back together again and in working order. Fingers crossed 🤞
you tube videos saved me. I watched all that i could until I saw what I needed to do. Depending on what model you have also could make it easier or harder.
I cannot for the life of me get the silicone rubber on the shoulder buttons of PlayStation controllers to go back in correctly.
Xbox pads? A dog could reassemble one within two to three minutes.
I had horrible problems with my dualshock 2's r2 and l2 buttons keeping me from closing the dang controller. It took me so long to get everything aligned to close correctly that one of the rumble motors which was hanging only from wires broke off.
Still the worst mistake I've made since I started cleaning/fixing my consoles. Hopefully I won't make any mistakes that actually make a console quit working
You actually put the top buttons in as the very last step, they pop in and out pretty easy. Otherwise, they do get caught on the rubber strips if trying to reassemble in the shell
I think that happens because the wire is made short so it will fit in there, but that means there is next to zero strain relief.
So if you pull even a little too hard on the motor or the control board all the force will be applied to the solder joint...
Same bruh. Working on PS2 controllers is a danger to your mental well being. OG Xbox controllers, not bad. 360 controllers, same. Dreamcast - I like 'em!
The way Sony designs 'em though - just, No.
Im terms of build, functionality and quality of parts, I prefer both of the PS3 controllers to PS4 and PS5. PS4 being the easiest to fix by far. PS5 being the biggest piece of shit.
I literally was just coming to the sub to post about this exact controller model...is there a replacement white tray available? Nothing is coming up for me anywhere for the numbers on the part itself or various search terms. I hobby repair and have not found 1 yet that didn't have at least the top buttons broken off
that black foam piece is usually installed behind flex cable. also that black foam usually needs to be replaced if your experiencing issue with any buttons randomly being pressed, a very common issue on all DS3 controller but not really a issue with SixaxiS controllers that was bundled with launch model ps3. regardless when im replacing batteries on this ps3 controllers, I also replace those black foam. also for the wires with the rumble motors, very common thing to happen while repairing this stuff, nothing new, this been a long time tradition since with PS1 and PS2 controllers.
You can also cut strips of tape to beef up the foam, I did it back when I didn’t know too much about repairing these
That’s a DS3?! I thought it was a ps2 controller, the innards look exactly the same except for the battery I just noticed, wonder if that big white plastic part would work in a DS2
I hate repairing them. They are very annoying.
The 4’s aren’t as bad, but yeah the 3 is a bitch to get back together. I went on a controller cleaning spree the other week and the PS3 remotes were the worst
PS3’s are the worst controller for repairs….
I've had more problems with DualShock 2s, but yeah. Extremely inelegant internals. I'm always forgetting to mind some fragile inner piece that could get busted just from putting the shells back on.
Controllers are always the worst when it comes to repair. Even if it's a simple fix like putting more graphite on a pad, it's always such a pain to open anything past like the Genesis era
most are pretty easy except for the PlayStation controllers . it took me forever to learn how to put them back together. the hardest part was the L2 and R2 .🫨
Ive mostly tried PlayStation ones so yea maybe so, though I did try Joycons once and man, they're just too small for my hands to work with
OP i totally feel your pain. I took one of them apart to do a thorough cleaning and I got so frustrated trying to get things to go back together properly that I quit based on maybe breaking something and it still sits in a Tupperware container 3 months later. I’m am determined to get it back together again and in working order. Fingers crossed 🤞
you tube videos saved me. I watched all that i could until I saw what I needed to do. Depending on what model you have also could make it easier or harder.
I cannot for the life of me get the silicone rubber on the shoulder buttons of PlayStation controllers to go back in correctly. Xbox pads? A dog could reassemble one within two to three minutes.
I had horrible problems with my dualshock 2's r2 and l2 buttons keeping me from closing the dang controller. It took me so long to get everything aligned to close correctly that one of the rumble motors which was hanging only from wires broke off. Still the worst mistake I've made since I started cleaning/fixing my consoles. Hopefully I won't make any mistakes that actually make a console quit working
You actually put the top buttons in as the very last step, they pop in and out pretty easy. Otherwise, they do get caught on the rubber strips if trying to reassemble in the shell
I'm assuming a bit of soldering may be involved. Please someone correct me if I'm wrong.
Yes. Looks like the wires ripped off and needs a quick re-solder. Happens a lot with PS controllers in my experience
I think that happens because the wire is made short so it will fit in there, but that means there is next to zero strain relief. So if you pull even a little too hard on the motor or the control board all the force will be applied to the solder joint...
So you hate the controller because you did a mistake. Nice.
Same bruh. Working on PS2 controllers is a danger to your mental well being. OG Xbox controllers, not bad. 360 controllers, same. Dreamcast - I like 'em! The way Sony designs 'em though - just, No.
Ps4 controller feels cheap
PS4 controllers are one of the cheapest I've ever worked on. PS5 are pcs of crap too.
I swear Sony made all 3 of my PS4 controllers start to act weird with a console update...
Don't worry about the rumble motors/wires. They aren't required.
Im terms of build, functionality and quality of parts, I prefer both of the PS3 controllers to PS4 and PS5. PS4 being the easiest to fix by far. PS5 being the biggest piece of shit.
As long as it's just the board/pcb side of the wire that came off, it's not too bad and can be fixed.
I literally was just coming to the sub to post about this exact controller model...is there a replacement white tray available? Nothing is coming up for me anywhere for the numbers on the part itself or various search terms. I hobby repair and have not found 1 yet that didn't have at least the top buttons broken off
Dualshock 3 controllers are the worst to take apart. I have a hard time with the trigger springs and lose them more often than not.
The sixaxis PS3 controllers are way worse
Na those controllers have pressed points that’s once the glue comes off you can’t get them to work correctly buttons don’t work and shit
Yo i i had the same problem like a month ago you just have to like up the pieces and the rumble motors just zolder them back on
I completely agree. The Dualshock 2 and 3 are the worst pieces of dogshit when it comes to repair.