There are many types of N connectors, some where you screw a ring down over
the shield, some crimp, a few others, it's hard to say just what they mean
by that.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steve Forst" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 7:36 AM
Subject: Re: A little more info on Shakespeare solderless PL259 connectors
> Tom,
>
> Never used these particular connectors, but there are other types of
> clamp on - gasketed UHF connectors. There are mil spec ones out there
> that use a compression type clamp to secure the braid and solder the
> pin. You can probably find them on e-bay for a lot less than 10 bucks.
>
> While there is no real discription on the web site, the RF connection
> has one listed under their "UHF series" page that says it assembles like
> a type n connector, which I think also uses the compression scheme.
> Maybe not, but an e-mail or call might give an answer.
>
> http://www.therfc.com/index.html
>
>
> I did get a crimper and connectors there a few years ago and have had no
> problems. Nice people to deal with.
>
> 73, Steve KW3A
> On 11/30/2011 7:04 AM, Tom Behler wrote:
>> Kevin:
>>
>> No apologies needed, at least on my account.
>>
>> I certainly can use the connectors for situations where a quick fix is
>> needed, and higher power is not required.
>>
>> It's always good to have other options in your toolbox, if you know what
>> I
>> mean.
>>
>> I am now pursuing the purchase of a good coax crimper, and crimp-on
>> connectors for higher-power applications, and will keep the list posted.
>> I'm just trying to figure out ways to avoid soldering here if at all
>> possible.
>>
>> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Kevin Nathan"<[log in to unmask]>
>> To:<[log in to unmask]>
>> Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 11:32 PM
>> Subject: Re: A little more info on Shakespeare solderless PL259
>> connectors
>>
>>
>>> Hi Tom,
>>>
>>> I am truly sorry about that. I guess you will need to return those and
>>> try
>>> the crimp on types. I hadn't thought about the power handling
>>> capabilities
>>> honestly since I only have them on a cable I use for portable operation.
>>>
>>> Again, my apologies to you and the list and very 73.
>>>
>>
>>
>>
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