[TowerTalk] Coax Stripping Tool For RG8X & Crimp Style PL259

[Nate Bargmann]

* On 2014 01 Aug 12:15 -0500, Ray Benny wrote:
> Jim,
> 
> One question, why not crimp the center conductor, then solder? That's my
> procedure.

In my experience, crimping with a connector designed to be crimped and
with the proper tool is a complete connection.  Doing so will not anneal
and thus weaken the center conductor.  Anymore I avoid soldering
connectors as much as possible.

73, Nate

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