[TowerTalk] Sealing Coax Connector

[Roger (K8RI)]

On 10/14/2010 12:40 PM, Richard Solomon wrote:
> I have a few SO-239 connectors that will be exposed to the weather. I want
> to
> seal them from the elements.
> Can anyone suggest some "goop" that will do that without messing up the RF
> characteristics ? Something that will work up into the VHF Bands.
There are many satisfactory methods.
I use "flooded" heat shrink that I purchase a the local electrical 
distributor. Install with a heat gun, then wrap with 33 tape.
This produces a mechanically strong connection and reduces the stress on 
the connectors.  It's also pretty much water proof. The Heatshrink 
stands up well to UV even if the tape gives out.
  http://www.rogerhalstead.com/ham_files/connectors.htm

73

Roger (K8RI)
> 73, Dick, W1KSZ
>
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