The Amphenol 83-886 is also a viable candidate as are the connectors from RF
Industries, sold through Tessco. There's definitely a lot of junk PL-259s
out there, and that includes the gold-plated types. I would eliminate any
gold-plated PL-259 connector from serious discussion.
I think the best outdoor PL-259 is the Multicomp UHF with clamp.
http://tinyurl.com/3cr5tqv
Unlike the soldered PL-259, it assembles like an "N" male, and allows the
user to inspect his/her work before final assembly. It's really not a 100%
waterproof connector, but it is far more water resistant than any other
PL-259.
I try to avoid tape of any kind when assembling an outdoor connector, even
when combined with a product like Scotchkote. I would rather make every
attempt to protect the connector from the elements by simply pushing it up
inside a small UV resistant container where the connector can breathe but is
not in direct contact with water.
Paul, W9AC
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jim Brown" <k9yc@audiosystemsgroup.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Friday, July 29, 2011 5:03 PM
Subject: Re: [TenTec] Connector tightening
On 7/29/2011 1:14 PM, Stuart Rohre wrote:
You can easily carry a good UHF receptacle to a ham fest and test the
offerings of PL 259 plugs for good fit before buying.
Why bother? A ham would be CRAZY to buy anything but Amphenol 83-1SP.
Nearly everything else is JUNK.
73, Jim K9YC
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