Don't know which method you are using? Crimp/solder or solder/solder. I
use crimp/solder. Get my connectors from www.therfc.com item #RFC
17-03Z, have not had any problems with center conductor. I've run into
this problem in the past with ABR Industries PN:25400F RG/8U cable. Was
able to get it thru BUT only if I did not twist the center conductor &
wrapped it with thin solid are and tinned the end LIGHTLY, removed the
wrapped wire & installed. Real PITA!!!! I no longer use it!
I'm sure you'll get many good ideas from your question.
73, Tom W1ALZ
On 11/6/2015 12:19 AM, Tony wrote:
All:
Davis RF Buryflex cable is a great product, but I'm finding it
difficult to get the center conductor inside the connector pin without
fraying the stranded wire. I'm using a coax prep tool and keeping the
center conductor from becoming deformed, but it seems the connector
that Davis RF recommends (RFU-507-SI) needs more chamfering on the pin
to help prevent this problem.
I was thinking about tinning the tip of center conductor and then
grinding it to a point with Dremel tool or maybe using a drill bit to
add more chamfer to the pin.
Maybe there's a connector out there that's easier to install? Any
suggestions?
Thanks,
73, Tony
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