[TowerTalk] Splice 1/2 in Hardline?

[K8RI on TT]

On 7/13/2011 12:22 PM, Marlon K. Schafer (509-982-2181) wrote:
> No way to install the underground part in conduit?
>
> I've given up on trying to keep critters, people, water etc. out of
> underground cable.  We just put it all in conduit these days.  It's not that
> expensive and allows a LOT of flexibility.
>
> Also, I've noticed that silicone will tend to corrode the inside of a
> connector when it's used.

That is because the wrong kind was used.  Use the stuff made for 
aquariums and electronics.  The corrosive stuff smells like acid, while 
the good stuff just stinks.  It's non corrosive. As I said before, it's 
water proof, but not moisture proof, but normally works well on coax.

73

Roger (K8RI)


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