[TowerTalk] Rugged Connectors

[Martin Flynn]

Might be overkill, however I have seen a replacement coupling nut for a 
PL-259 made out of 18-8 hex bar stock.

Martin W2RWJ

On 2/24/2019 1:03 PM, Grant Saviers wrote:
> Nice to have a strain relief, but I've yet to see a PL259 barrel that 
> can withstand the casual abuse of FD "help" - dropping on the end, 
> stepping on it, dragging thru the mud, etc.  Once bent, they need 
> replaced.  There isn't any reason IMO the threaded section can't be 
> made much thicker for about $0.05.  Anybody know of a source?
>
> Grant KZ1W
>
> On 2/23/2019 17:23 PM, Gary wrote:
>> The local radio club is opting to replace the ancient feedlines we 
>> use at Field Day. It looks like we will be going to RG-8X. I have 
>> crimped many connectors and have the proper tools to do so.
>>
>> I am looking for a way to make the connector attachment to the coax 
>> truly rugged! I have seen "manufactured" cables the have a strain 
>> relief where the cable and connector come together. Is there a way 
>> for the home user to do something similar?
>>
>> Thanks and 73,
>> Gary kk0sd
>> gary_mayfield at hotmail.com<mailto:gary_mayfield at hotmail.com>
>>