Back in my days as a Ship Repair Superintendent with the good ole USN, we
used this stuff (in large sizes like 2-1/2" and 3") to seal sonar dome cable
connections during refits and overhauls. It was 100% reliable then (we hated
it when our ships leaked), so no reason to assume it's any different now.
Don't use it where any flexing might occur, the stuff we used was very rigid
after setting up. And it might be holy hell to get off if you ever have to
disassemble the connection.
73, Jerry W5KP
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dick Flanagan" <dick@libelle.com>
To: <towertalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2001 10:27 PM
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Rotator Problem - follow up
>
> Does anyone have any experience with 3M self-sealing shrink wrap for
> waterproofing coax connectors and splices? This stuff comes with an
> inner coating that melts when it gets hot and is supposed to create a
> weather-proof seal.
>
> It occurred to me that two layers of Scotch 33 and a section of 3:1
> self-sealing shrink wrap "should" be a perfect application, but I have
> not heard anyone mention it.
>
> Any experience out there?
>
> 73, Dick
>
> At 11:48 PM -0500 12/2/01, K7LXC@aol.com wrote:
> >
> > The good news about most current rotators is that they have a
> > quick-connect that goes to the rotator. The bad news is that they are
very
> > difficult to waterproof due to their size and shape.
> >
> > For best results, follow the normal steps for any coax joint below.
The
> > most important step is the last one. This joint should be bomb-proof.
> > [...]
> --
> Dick Flanagan W6OLD CFII Minden, Nevada
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