Processor slot loose bad contact CPU

[mg.man]

a section of Channel section

also on my list - take an accurate measurement and see if there's an off-the-shelf bit of ali channel with a close enough inner dimension...

 

[Chuckdubuque]

With the pins for the connector being surface mount, I'd be concerned about a conductive piece for the clip, so that's why I was leaning towards plastic. I am looking to prototype it in PLA on my 3D printer and once I have that done would have it printed with a more durable/heat resistant plastic.

 

[cobalt60]

I like clamps like this:

https://www.leevalley.com/en-gb/shop/tools/hand-tools/clamps/41712-plastic-spring-clamps