[TowerTalk] Fw: pesky N's (Another N connector failure)

[K0FF]

This issue was covered previously on this reflector. Bottom line is that
many of us converted to using the ANDROS 2 piece N connectors, The center
pin is captivated, it and the shield is soldered just like a PL259. Then the
outer shell is screwed on and tightened with a wrench..
Very little likelihood of the pin moving. Moreover if for HF or low VHF use,
just use PL259 (Type M), and seal the joint with self-amalgamating Silicone
Tape (radio shack item), and a topcoat of Scotch 33+,and finally a spray of
clear Krylon.
Happy Building, Geo>KØFF
http://homepages.dstream.net/K0FF

----- Original Message -----
From: Fred Hopengarten <k1vr@juno.com>
To: <n4kg@juno.com>; <towertalk@contesting.com>
Cc: <k6na@cts.com>; <k6ll@juno.com>
Sent: Monday, October 16, 2000 9:41 AM
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] Fw: pesky N's (Another N connector failure)


>
> I've also "lost" my 40 meter beam because the center conductor in the N
> connector pulled back. At the time, I think  W0UN mentioned that there
> are new N connectors with a bump out in the middle of the center pin to
> prevent it from shrinking back. We aren't the only people who have thus
> suffered.
>
> Sorry, but I cannot recall the mfr, part number or source.
>
> Fred Hopengarten K1VR
> hopengarten@post.harvard.edu
> Six Willarch Road * Lincoln, MA 01773-5105
> 781/259-0088 *eFax 419/858-2421
>
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