[TowerTalk] RG6 flooded cable issue

[Mike Fatchett W0MU]

Maybe it is an issue with the coax.  I will have to go look the maker 
and specs.  I don't know what other connectors to use.  I use the 
appropriate stripping tool with a compression F connector.   I will have 
to check the other connectors at each antenna and see if they are doing 
it too.  I suppose I could try a different brand of compression connectors.

W0MU


On 5/22/2024 6:34 PM, Richard (Rick) Karlquist wrote:
> I have seen this phenomenon many times with RG8 using type N connectors
> The only solution I know for that case is to switch to UHF connectors 
> don't allow the dielectric to move relative to the center conductor.
> Does anyone else understand this behavior?
>
> Rick N6RK
>
> On 5/20/2024 7:41 PM, Mike Fatchett W0MU wrote:
>> I have a circle 8 array and the center dielectric seems to grow after 
>> I put connectors on.  Enough that the connector works itself off the 
>> switching unit.  There is at least 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch coming out 
>> past where it should on the connector.  I am using quality 
>> compression connectors.  Do I need to stretch this coax out?  I don't 
>> recall the brand but I think it was decent quality cable.  Has anyone 
>> else seen this?
>>
>> W0MU
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