[TowerTalk] Crimp Tool for LMR-600

[Roger (K8RI)]

James C. Hall, MD wrote:
> Hi Vic:
>
> Normally I use a piston-type crimper for LMR-600 with a precision die. This
> isn't cheap and runs about $300. Check out RF Parts -
>   
I also use the piston type for LMR-600 but it was well less than $100. I 
don't remember where I purchased that one, but it might be worthwhile to 
check with Steve Davis to see what they might have.  I use a more or 
less standard type with interchangeable dies for RG58, 8X, 8, LMR400, 
etc and then the piston type for LMR600.

73

Roger (K8RI)
> http://www.rfparts.com/coax_accessories.html . I usually can borrow one from
> my local cell communications shop owner who happens to also be a ham. :)
>
> 73, Jamie
> WB4YDL
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: towertalk-bounces at contesting.com
> [mailto:towertalk-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Vic Culver
> Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 2:09 PM
> To: Tower Talk Reflector
> Subject: [TowerTalk] Crimp Tool for LMR-600
>
> Gentlemen, there are two adverts in QST magazine offering "Commercial 
> Grade" ratcheting crimp tools with two dies for LMR-400, 9913, RG-213, 
> etc. coax cable at sale prices (list price $100.00).  I am unaware as to 
> whether an additional die can be purchased to accommodate LMR-600 cable 
> and would call to inquire except that I've been 'warned off' this 
> product by someone who purchased a similar device and discovered that 
> the die does not close properly resulting in 'loose crimp connections.'
>
> Does anyone here have specific experience with these (or this type) of 
> crimp tool and, if so, what would your advice be to someone looking for 
> casual use of such a tool?
>
> Thanks in advance for any comment you care to make.  73,  Vic, W4VIC
>
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