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Re: Topband: RG-6 Connectors

To: "EP Swynar" <gswynar@durham.net>,"Top Band" <topband@contesting.com>,"Mike(W5UC) & Kathy(K5MWH)" <w5uc@suddenlink.net>
Subject: Re: Topband: RG-6 Connectors
From: "David Raymond" <daraymond@iowatelecom.net>
Date: Wed, 23 May 2007 09:47:32 -0500
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On 23rd May, Mike wrote...

> Are those of you using RG-6 for phasing lines in RX arrays using F
 connectors, or some other connector?

************************

Hi Mike,

Back about a year ago, or more, there was a "The Doctor Is In" segment of
QST magazine that described a way to utilize standard PL-259 plugs --- plus
RG-59 reducers --- on RG-6 coax cable.

The trick was to find a way to ensure a good electrical connection to the
outer shield --- that nasty aluminum foil stuff, & all....



I believe F connectors are clearly the best choice for RG-6 cable since they
are made specifically for that application.  They are easy to install,
inexpensive, mechanically secure, and much more compact than UHF connectors.
There are several varieties of the F connector but generally speaking, there
is an indoor version and an outdoor version (which has somewhat of a seal).
To install an F connector you will need the proper crimping tool (available
at Radio Shack).

73...Dave
W0FLS

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