Simple question on Coax - fitting connectors
Submitted: Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:08
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Scoey (QLD)
Hi all, easy one I'm sure. By the way I tried Googling and found mainly info on TV fittings or articles full of Technical jargon which I don't understand. :-S
I have a new UHF and antenna 'cept the antenna cable has no connector (2nd hand). I have the appropriate conenctor (thanks Dick Smith) but since I've never played with UHF's or coax I have no idea how to put said connector onto said coax. Anyone know of a fairly easy to follow article that would step me thru it? My worry is that if I don't do it right, I'll have really dodgy (or no) signal.
Help?
Cheers
Scoey!
Reply By: Scoey (QLD) - Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:10
Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:10
Aw cr@p!! Sorry all, I just had a 'better' look on this site and found exactly what I was after! I swear it wasn't there before! ;-)
*sigh* It's Monday and I'm living in Trouble Town!
Cheers
Scoey!
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Reply By: ExplorOz Team - David - Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:24
Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:24
Scoey,
I was going to post the answer you must have found. For the others the info is on the
UHF Radio Accessory page at Site Link. The image shown is
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Reply By: Troop-a-dour - Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:48
Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 11:48
Hi Scoey
David's reply shows the non- solder (for the earth braid) method. I would strongly suggest you do solder the braid to the 'outer' sleeve, and of course a good solder joint for the inner.
I have seen a few failures with the friction- non solder system, and with UHF you need as much efficiency as possible to eliminate signal loss.
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Follow Up By: Kiwi Kia - Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 12:04
Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 12:04
You pays your money and makes your choice.
I would not use a solder joint if I have the choice. Non solder will not crack and can be remade in the field if required
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Follow Up By: Troop-a-dour - Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 12:39
Monday, Jul 31, 2006 at 12:39
Kiwi Kia
IF the job is done properly, using a purpose made PL259- there would be no need to make repairs in the field. I have seen the friction braided type fail and disintergrate, and that was on (so called) professional installations.
Oh..and by the way- I understand the price of lamb has risen in New Zealand...
It's now $40.00 per hour.
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