I've seen recommendations for this sort of product for as part of a strategy sealing outdoor coax splices against moisture. I see several brands listed, most say "UV-resistant." My intended use would
I have heard the best is 3M Scotchkote. However, I recently inspected a coax connection on the outdoor 2 meter cable running from repeater to antenna (on top of 500 foot building). It had been slathe
The liquid tape I used was also useless... peeled off under the Alberta sun in no time. If I need to cover stuff with a spray, I use the red HV spray from SprayOn (# B-6-665) It's like Glyptol and is
I've been using it up on Horse Mountain, www.zianet.com/k5am/cabin.html at 7900 feet, for 23 years. Excellent results. Holds up fine under UV. Mark, K5AM ____________________________________________
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Suitable for use for direct burial and moisture protection 3M Scotchkote Electrical Coating FD is designed to use with Scotch® Vinyl Electrical Tapes. It is ideal for use in applications that are sub
Back in my Coast Guard days, we used a system developed by the Navy to seal connectors exposed to the weather. 1. The connection was securely wrapped with self-vulcanizing tape. I don't remember the
I use Rescue Tape with no problems. Just Rescue Tape. At 8,000 foot elevation in the Sierra Nevada, we get more UV exposure than most of you. More snow than most of you. Lots of freezing rain. Lots o
I see no mention of UV resistance anywhere in their specs. It is self amalgamating at room temp but what happens when you're hanging off a tower at 30 deg repairing a connector? Not saying you're wro
Awe, F-4 tape. Use lots in the A.F. Great stuff. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ TowerTalk mailing list TowerTalk@contesting.com http:/
I use the product made by Gardner Bender that I get from the big box stores. Seems to work ok but when new its thin so several coats need to be applied. After the can has been opened, it gets thick a
Author: k7lxc--- via TowerTalk <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Wed, 3 Apr 2019 17:02:33 +0000 (UTC)
That's because there ain't none. It's for DIRECT BURIAL. The pros I used to run into on cell sites used clear acrylic spray paint as the final coat. I do like the use of Rescue Tape. It's th
I second the clear EXTERIOR acrylic spray 2 coats over the final 33 or 88. Looks good after 5 years. Underneath for me is the commercial Andrew kit buildup of 33 tape and elastomer. I've found that w
I ran across Star Brite Liquid Electrical Tape which can be found online and, importantly, at Home Depot because I typically need something when I'm out of it, RIGHT NOW. It's specs state it "Forms a
Author: Mike DeChristopher <mfdechristopher@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, 3 Apr 2019 14:55:31 -0400
I too use the Star Brite original formula liquid electrical tape, and for much the same reason as Lou: it's right there at Home Depot. As a bonus, the graphics on the can make it look like its been o
Author: "tony.kaz--- via TowerTalk" <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Thu, 4 Apr 2019 09:28:52 -0400
My system works for me. Not saying it is the best, but year after year for Double wrap with rescue tape. Then double wrap with 33+. Relieve tension on last wrap. That is it. By the way before I "disc
I double wrap with 33 or 88 and then cake on a very thick layer of RTV over everything extending past the tape on both ends onto the cable. Keeps the tape from unwrapping and forms a water tight, UV
I have not seen 3M Cold Shrink brought up in this discussion. Seems perfect for use up on towers. Kind of pricey, but really easy to use. Never had problems with it in commercial applications. --Mike
... Scotchkote was never meant to be used as a "final coat", which, unfortunately, is how it is most-often misused. It is supposed to be used between alternating layers of electrical tape (Scotch 33