The answer to this is to use type HN connectors (HN = high voltage N)
and only HN for the high voltage connection between power supply and
amp. That way you can go ahead and use you RG-213 and not have a chance
of mixing up with normal RF connections. HN connectors can usually be
found at hamfests.
73 Wayne N1WR
PVRC Lusby MD
I used to spend money on "high tension" wire for HV runs. Then I used
old
RG-21 and RG-213 hat looked too sad to put in the air. Then, after an
embarrassing incident mixing up some patch cords (exciter - amp, not HV)
I
swore off coax and started using ...
Automotive metal-core spark plug wire. 16 or 18 ga core, 50,000 volt
silicone insulation, and it comes in pretty colors. It's also easier to
work with than coax, and is much more durable than any of the "high
tension" wire I've seen.
You perobably could press resistive wire into service, but since the
primary source for THAT stuff is the trash can -- well, if it's no good
on
your car any more, would you really want to put it on your radio?
Jim N6OTQ
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