[TowerTalk] PL258s and Double Males are OK!

[Tom Rauch]

> I have always believed that doing things right the first time is the ONLY
> thing that makes sense, which is why I asked the questions before I
> started this project.  After receiving several responses  I have come to
> the conclusion that I should solder the pl258 to the hardline and then
> either use a 1/4 wl coaxial line or a double male (amphenol only) to
> attach to the T's or other stubs.  It is not what I hoped for but seems
> that no one else (who responded) has found success in trying to solder a
> pl259 to 3/4" hardline.  Thanks to all who responded!

Mount the T right on the stub. Use the male part of the T to 
connect to the stub.

Use flexible cables leaving the T. 

There was no reason in the first place to use a male on the stub!!! It 
would have been the wrong gender anyway.

All the other jumpers should be 50 ohms, assuming you have a 50 
ohm system.
73, Tom W8JI
w8ji@contesting.com

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