[TowerTalk] connectors

[Jim Reid]

> > Have no idea how an N connector is attached to the coax,
> > but removed this piece from my set up.  All is now well.

> I believe if you check section 22.9, Station Setup and 
> Accessory Projects of the ARRL Handbook for Radio 
> Amateurs you will see detailed information regarding the 
> N connectors and coaxial cable.

Yes,  and sure enough,  after a good look at the illustrations
there,  the shield is only captured by the nut being just tight!
No solder at all.  So that was the source of my problem.

Keep those Type N connector nuts tight!

73,   Jim,  KH7M



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