Nothing wrong with using N conectors, I was hoping to find a solution
cheaper than the $20 to $25 purchased N connecters.
But that may be the way I have to go.
Mike
On May 24, 2015 2:18 PM, <john@kk9a.com> wrote:
> What is wrong with using purchased N connectors? I used them on my LDF6
> and
> LDF7 with no issues.
>
> John KK9A
>
>
> To: "Tower and HF antenna construction topics."
> <towertalk@contesting.com>
> Subject: [TowerTalk] Commscope SFX-500 cnnectors
> From: mike stokes <mike9v@gmail.com>
> Date: Sun, 24 May 2015 12:14:07 -0400
>
> I recently picked up some Commscope SFX-500 and the specs seem to be
> decent. I can buy N connectors but need to homebrew connectors with either
> a PL-259 or SO-239 for HF use .
>
>
>
> I have made many homebrew connectors for the standard .5 and .75 inch
> hardline using compression fittings but am having issues finding the right
> sized material for this feedline.
>
>
>
> The outside aluminum jacket is .396 inch diameter and the center conductor
> is .14 inch diameter. The outer jacket is almost small enough that I can
> screw on a PL-259 but the center conductor is to large for the center pin
> of the PL-259.
>
>
>
> I appreciate any thoughts or ideas you may have.
>
>
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
>
> --
> Mike Stokes
> KK9V
>
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