[TowerTalk] Long Term Connector Reliability

[k7nj at awinets.com]

After over 25 years I've found some problems with connector conductivity at
my 4X4NJ station.  I would be interested in knowing about experience that
any of you may have with reliable connector conductivity for  similar time
periods. This is primarily with PL-259, N-Type, and hard-line  connectors
and associated adapters.  In particular, any experience with the following
would be helpful:

1.       Nothing done to ensure conductivity

2.       Silicon grease

3.       Penetrox (or similar)

4.       "STUF" dielectric water proofing filler

I'm interested mainly in actual experience that you have had after many
years of using any of the above, or other, methods.  Please note that I'm
not seeking methods for waterproofing - just in keeping the connection
between mating surfaces highly conductive assuming waterproofing is good.

73, Riki K7NJ



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