[TowerTalk] N connector, Re: UHF (PL259) soldered center

[Michael Clarson]

Yeah-aluminum. It is pretty thick too. I agree, AVA is delicate compared to
LDF
Center of Trilogy is copper.--
Mike, WV2ZOW

On Sat, Jul 7, 2018, 2:45 PM Jim W7RY <jimw7ry at gmail.com> wrote:

> I still cant get past the fact that it's aluminum... But that's just me.
>
> But... That makes it cheaper and lighter. I also have to admit that the
> AVA5
> is really delicate!  It can be damaged slamming into the tower on a windy
> day and not pass the return loss DTF test.
>
>
>
>
> Thanks
> 73
> Jim W7RY
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Michael Clarson
> Sent: Saturday, July 07, 2018 1:26 PM
> To: KY5G at montac.com
> Cc: TowerTalk at contesting.com
> Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] N connector, Re: UHF (PL259) soldered center
>
> Clay: I have used Trilogy  (Aluminium) commercially for years.
> Mechanically, can't be beat. Water migration does not happen, and it is
> warranted against that. Connectors attach quite solidly -- with the reduced
> copper in copper cables, the Commscope and RFS connectors do not attach to
> their cables as well as Trilogy. Surplus connectors are rare, however. I
> have always used Trilogy tools to install connectors, and it was
> effortless. Without the tools could be a challenge. I stick with copper for
> jumpers, a personal preference. The Trilogy cables are stiffer that the
> copper cables. I would be concerned if you need to snake it through
> underground conduit with bends. And, yes-- it is absolutely American made.
> Good Luck. --Mike, WV2ZOW
>
> On Sat, Jul 7, 2018 at 11:38 AM Clay Autery <KY5G at montac.com> wrote:
>
> > I've not yet gone that far down the road.  For folks who are used to
> > scrounging reel ends at Hanfests, I am sure it will be considered
> > expensive.  <wink>
> >
> > Cost is why I am looking at buying a reel and splitting it with
> > another/other users...
> >
> > PS - To confirm, it IS American made in Pearl, MS.
> >
> > 73,
> >
> > ______________________
> > Clay Autery, KY5G
> > (318) 518-1389
> >
> > On 07-Jul-18 10:24, Grant Saviers wrote:
> > > Some of us have "been there, been bitten" by the terrible water
> > > migration in the first gen Belden 9913 with air dielectric. Trilogy
> > > claims "no water migration" with their air dielectric outdoor version
> > > and offer a 15 year warranty so perhaps...
> > >
> > > Trilogy 7/8" specs seem very close to AVA5-50 except for bending
> > > moment.  Almost 2:1 Aircell vs AVA5.  Not surprising with the solid Al
> > > shield.  So it will be less installer friendly, especially in
> > > conduit.  Flat plate crush favors Aircell by 1.75x so that is nice for
> > > those going the direct burial route.
> > >
> > > Is any pricing data available?
> > >
> > > Grant KZ1W
> > >
> > >
> > > On 7/6/2018 19:23 PM, GaryK9GS wrote:
> > >> Hello Clay,
> > >> I think Aircell brand coaxial cable is manufactured in Germany.   It
> > >> looks like Trilogy is one of their US distributors.
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> 73,
> > >> Gary K9GS
> > >> -------- Original message --------From: Clay Autery <KY5G at montac.com>
> > >> Date: 7/6/18  6:44 PM  (GMT-06:00) To: towertalk at contesting.com
> > >> Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] N connector, Re: UHF (PL259) soldered center
> > >> Anyone use this cable manufacturer?  Made in Mississippi.... I'm
> > >> considering using them for my main tower runs....  maybe split a reel
> > >> with someone.
> > >>
> > >> www.trilogycoax.com
> > >>
> > >> 73,
> > >>
> > >> ______________________
> > >> Clay Autery, KY5G
> > >> (318) 518-1389
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