[Repeater-Builder] Cable prep and crimp on connectors
Good Afternoon, I've been following the previous threads and doing a lot of research on the issue of crimp on coax connectors vs. solder. Based on that research and several very useful threads on this list I purchased a Paladin Crimp All tool with a couple of dies for RG-8/213 and type and RG-58/59 type cables. I bought some connectors from the same industrial jobber here locally to practice my installation technique. The results haven't been too bad...they look fine, are solidly on the cable, ohm out fine, etc (solder center pins). I used a sharp utility knife for prepping the cable. (Yes, I did verify that the hex dimensions of the dies match the connector manufacturer's specifications.) I really didn't like the knife approach..it worked, but was pretty tedious for me. So, the question is... For those who use something other than a utility knife, what is the coax prep tool of choice? Do you do a 2-level tool or 3? Is there such a think as one tool for both RG 8 and RG 58/59/RG-6 type cables? I'd rather not have one tool per cable size if I can help it. Thanks for your input! Dennis -- I've been wondering lately...Where am I going and why AM I in this hand basket?? - Dennis L. Wade KG6ZI Carmichael, CA
RE: [Repeater-Builder] Cable prep and crimp on connectors
For small-diameter cables, I have Paladin CST Vario strippers. These are completely adjustable - you insert/remove the blade cartridges to get the strip dimensions you want for 3-level stripping, and you adjust the depths of the blades for each strip level for whatever cable you're using (i.e. the depths are varied depending on the diameter of the cable jacket, dielectric, and center conductor). These won't do large cables like RG8, 214, 393, etc. It's a bit tedious to set up the blades initially, but once you have them set, it's the best tool I've found. I have a few of them set up for different cables (RG58, RG400, RG59, and another that I adjust as-needed for other oddball cables). For larger cables, I just do them with a knife. I'm pretty good with the knife (practice makes perfect), and I can do as good of a job with a knife as the Vario does, but the Vario is faster. --- Jeff WN3A -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dennis Wade Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 5:50 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Cable prep and crimp on connectors Good Afternoon, I've been following the previous threads and doing a lot of research on the issue of crimp on coax connectors vs. solder. Based on that research and several very useful threads on this list I purchased a Paladin Crimp All tool with a couple of dies for RG-8/213 and type and RG-58/59 type cables. I bought some connectors from the same industrial jobber here locally to practice my installation technique. The results haven't been too bad...they look fine, are solidly on the cable, ohm out fine, etc (solder center pins). I used a sharp utility knife for prepping the cable. (Yes, I did verify that the hex dimensions of the dies match the connector manufacturer's specifications.) I really didn't like the knife approach..it worked, but was pretty tedious for me. So, the question is... For those who use something other than a utility knife, what is the coax prep tool of choice? Do you do a 2-level tool or 3? Is there such a think as one tool for both RG 8 and RG 58/59/RG-6 type cables? I'd rather not have one tool per cable size if I can help it. Thanks for your input! Dennis -- I've been wondering lately...Where am I going and why AM I in this hand basket?? - Dennis L. Wade KG6ZI Carmichael, CA No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.426 / Virus Database: 270.14.82/2525 - Release Date: 12/02/09 07:33:00
RE: [Repeater-Builder] Cable prep and crimp on connectors
http://www.dse.com.au/cgi-bin/dse.storefront/4b1707bf00b2dd42273fc0a87e01064e/Product/View/T3640 http://www.ripley-tools.com/tools.php?tool=LDTcategory=Drop%20Cable%20Tools To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: j...@broadsci.com Date: Wed, 2 Dec 2009 18:15:19 -0500 Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Cable prep and crimp on connectors For small-diameter cables, I have Paladin CST Vario strippers. These are completely adjustable - you insert/remove the blade cartridges to get the strip dimensions you want for 3-level stripping, and you adjust the depths of the blades for each strip level for whatever cable you're using (i.e. the depths are varied depending on the diameter of the cable jacket, dielectric, and center conductor). These won't do large cables like RG8, 214, 393, etc. It's a bit tedious to set up the blades initially, but once you have them set, it's the best tool I've found. I have a few of them set up for different cables (RG58, RG400, RG59, and another that I adjust as-needed for other oddball cables). For larger cables, I just do them with a knife. I'm pretty good with the knife (practice makes perfect), and I can do as good of a job with a knife as the Vario does, but the Vario is faster. --- Jeff WN3A -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dennis Wade Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 5:50 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Cable prep and crimp on connectors Good Afternoon, I've been following the previous threads and doing a lot of research on the issue of crimp on coax connectors vs. solder. Based on that research and several very useful threads on this list I purchased a Paladin Crimp All tool with a couple of dies for RG-8/213 and type and RG-58/59 type cables. I bought some connectors from the same industrial jobber here locally to practice my installation technique. The results haven't been too bad...they look fine, are solidly on the cable, ohm out fine, etc (solder center pins). I used a sharp utility knife for prepping the cable. (Yes, I did verify that the hex dimensions of the dies match the connector manufacturer's specifications.) I really didn't like the knife approach..it worked, but was pretty tedious for me. So, the question is... For those who use something other than a utility knife, what is the coax prep tool of choice? Do you do a 2-level tool or 3? Is there such a think as one tool for both RG 8 and RG 58/59/RG-6 type cables? I'd rather not have one tool per cable size if I can help it. Thanks for your input! Dennis -- I've been wondering lately...Where am I going and why AM I in this hand basket?? - Dennis L. Wade KG6ZI Carmichael, CA No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.426 / Virus Database: 270.14.82/2525 - Release Date: 12/02/09 07:33:00 _ Use Messenger in your Hotmail inbox Find out how http://windowslive.ninemsn.com.au/hotmail/article/823454/web-im-for-hotmail-is-here
