Topband: Weatherproofing F-type connectors

[Mike Waters]

O-rings are good. :-)

However, even if we use good waterproof F connectors with O-rings,
condensation --followed by corrosion-- can still occur when the outside
temperature drops.

For that reason, applying a sufficient amount of non-hardening silicone
dielectric "grease" to the center conductor *is still important*. It fills
the voids and excludes air (which will contain moisture) from the assembled
connector.

And if we run the legal limit through F connectors (which I and other hams
have done for years), silicone dielectric compound can help prevent arcing
inside the F connector.

73, Mike
www.w0btu.com

On Fri, Dec 18, 2015 at 5:04 PM, Robert Harmon <k6uj at pacbell.net> wrote:

> Renee speaks the truth :-)
>
> I use these connectors myself Larry.  They have a double o-ring seal and
> are indeed water proof.
> Have been using them for quite some time now outside and no water
> intrusion.
> I would advise to get a good quality compression tool. ...
>
> On 12/18/15 2:33 PM, Renee K6FSB wrote:
>
>> ... F Connectors, maybe more 1. O ring inside the fitting  look for ( PCT
>> International) PCT-TRS-6LMG or 2. on the exterior like a rubber nose
>> (Belden)
>>
>