All of the Times Micro cables are very good. Just remember, and I have
repeated this caution any number of times, connectors are supposed to be
crimped on, not soldered.
Alan/KD7GC
Alan R. Downing
Phoenix, AZ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of John Miller
Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2014 9:42 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: Replacing my coax cable
LMR-400 takes the regular PL-259 like RG-213, RG-8 ETC. What can be
difficult with some connectors though is the center conductor is sometimes a
little thicker than those and some connectors have no problem with it, some
do. It's good stuff though, no question and I missed the original post but
for HF, should be more than enough for any length run. I run it on VHF, I
usually run 213 on HF but have a lot of LMR-400 around I used for a very
short time a few houses ago so it's like new, likely if I have to replace
anything any time soon I'll use that.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Shaffer" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2014 12:16 PM
Subject: Re: Replacing my coax cable
> Hmmm, I put in some LMR400 recently, and we used a regular PL259. Is the
> problem that the PL259 won't go over the jacket? I think the guy helping
> me
> got it over the jacket, but had problems as I remember. I have usually
> done
> my own coax connectors, but had a friend helping me with the antenna, and
> admittedly it's easier for sighted folks to solder, which is what we did.
> --
> Jim, KE5AL
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Alan R. Downing
> Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2014 9:19 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: Replacing my coax cable
>
> Mike, LMR240 is about the size of RG8X, it is for inside jumpers between
> shack equipment, such as watt meters and rigs. If you want something the
> approximate size of RG213, you want LMR400, and if you intend to direct
> bury
> it, specify LMR400DB, which is specifically meant to be direct bury it.
> If
> the run is longer than maybe 150 feet, I'd recommend LMR600, or LMR600DB
> if
> you are going to direct bury it. LMR400 and LMR600 require different
> connectors, so whatever coax you order, be certain to order the correct
> connectors to fit it. If you have any further questions on this, drop me
> a
> private email at [log in to unmask]
>
> Alan/KD7GC
>
>
>
> Alan R. Downing
> Phoenix, AZ
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> On Behalf Of Michael Ryan
> Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2014 7:12 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Replacing my coax cable
>
> Hi all:
>
> As I got to order some tubes from RF Parts, I'm looking at ordering some
> replacement coax as well as the prices look pretty good.
> The problem is, I'm not sure on what to order as the site has such a
> variety
> from Andrew Heliax to LMR600 and everything in between.
> I need a direct berry, low loss to replace my RG-213 and I'm wondering if
> the LMR240 will do?
> I'm thinking that the LMR240 is a little larger than the 213 and that's
> what
> those numbers mean. 213 = .213 of an inch, 240 = .24 of and inch and so
> on.
> Therefore the LMR400 or 600 would be a pretty thick cable and may require
> me
> to drill a larger hole to thread it. LOL
> My current PL-259s fit the exit hole of the shack.
>
> 73:
> Mike VO1AX
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