I suggest that you're really not looking for RF connectors, but rather
something that has a reasonably good wiping contact and low RF resistance.
The powerpole connectors have quite a strong connecting force, and I can't
imagine them being vibrated or blown apart by the wind, especially since you
say the tension loads will be taken up by external components. The nice
thing about them is that the contact is a wide flat blade. I'd also note
that when you get into the higher current versions, the force to unmate them
is pretty significant.
If you want something different, what about using the shield conductor of
something like a PL259 or TNC. Nice screw thread termination.
There might be a low current version of the CamLok type pin connections used
for high current patch panel/temporary power distribution. They push in and
a quarter turn locks them into the socket against a pretty sturdy spring
load.
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Sloop" <jsloop@austin.rr.com>
To: <TowerTalk@contesting.com>
Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2004 9:13 AM
Subject: [TowerTalk] RF Connectors
> I'm looking for recommendations on RF connectors to use on dipole
> element wires at the center insulator. In the Jan QST 30 amp Power Pole
> connectors were suggested, but my experience is that they lack a firm
> locking grip when the connectors are plugged into each other. I've
> thought about barrel plug connectors used in automotive work. I want a
> firm positive connection that is quickly disconnectable for changing
> elements. The connector does not need to support any tensil strength as
> that load is transferred via cable thimbles and quick links.
>
> Thanks in advance for your insight, experience and suggestions.
>
> John S., AA0ES
>
>
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