>A cell phone Tower Tech. gave me some Cell-Tape (C-Tape) for weather >proofing connectors. I used some tonight on a connector and compared >to Coax Seal or #33 Tape and 3M Sealant this stuff was a pleasure to >use. The removal also impressed me, it was also quick and clean. I am >mentioning this product in case you don't know it exists. I would also >be interested in comments from those who have used it. I don't know >how long it has been on the market, so I am also interested in >longevity. Here is the information from the TESSCO Web Site. The >TESSCO number is 360590.
The silicone tape is available from Times Microwave, Andrew and a few others. I've been a very tried and true 3M rubber tape, 3M scotchkote and 3M #33 tape guy for many years. However, I've started using this silicone tape recently and am likewise very impressed. I usually make two complete layers, each one covering half of the previous wrap. One slice with a razor knife and it comes off, at that point I defy anyone to separate those pieces of tape, they have 'melted' into one solid, tight silicone seal. Just for safety I put some 33 over it to make sure it is protected and doesn't come loose. Excellent stuff thus far...but then again, it's summer :) 73
