On 5/7/2013 9:23 AM, donovanf@starpower.net wrote:
3. Remove the foil tape between the two braid shields. Do not use a knife to
assist
in foil tape removal. This step is time consuming and often ignored. The
connector
will be very difficult to install if the foil tape is not removed. If somehow
you manage
to force the connector onto the cable with the foil tape in place, the
connector will
be intermittent and unreliable.
This is the key issue with these things. I find that I simply cannot
tear the foil with my bare hands, on account of the fact that it
is not foil, but rather plastic (probably mylar) with an evaporated
or sputtered metal coating. I have resorted to using a very small pair
of diagonal cutters to cut the "foil". Any other suggestions?
Rick N6RK
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