[amsat-bb] Re: Best type of coax to use ... in ... AMSAT-BB Digest, Vol 3, Issue 326

[joe cassano aka jmario]

Installing a classic clamp type N connector like the Amphenol 82-202 
(UG-21D/U) on flexible coax with a real copper center conductor 
(RG-8,RG-213) is both easier and has a much higher probability of 
success than installing the common PL-259.  You only have to make one 
easily accessible solder connection.

Take a look at 
http://www.amphenolrf.com/products/assemblyInstructions/280.pdf to see 
what is involved in attaching classic clamp style N connector.

You also might want to read the reviews listed here: 
http://www.eham.net/reviews/products/7 before you make any purchase 
decisions.


Regards,
	JoeC - K3FMA

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> Message: 12
> Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2008 19:49:00 -0500
> From: Ronald Nutter <rnutter at networkref.com>
> Subject: [amsat-bb]  Best type of coax to use between preamps and
> 	antennas
> To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
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> After problems I had on Field Day in trying to operate the satellites, I 
> am looking to upgrade the coax I use between the preamps and the 
> antennas.  I am using 9913FX from the IC-910H and the preamps.  I had 
> been using RG Mini 8/U for the connection between the preamps and 
> antennas.  Should I also use 9913FX between the preamps and the 
> antennas?  The run between the radio and the preamp is 50 ft.  The run 
> from the preamp to the antennas is about 10 - 15 ft depending on where I 
> set the antennas up.  I am concerned about how flexible the 9913FX would 
> be in terms of the antennas rotating back and forth.  I was planning on 
> ordering the cables pre-made from CableXperts since working with N 
> connectors isnt my strong point and dont want to worry about my 
> soldering and having a good connection on both ends of the cable.
> 
> Any suggestions appreciated.
> 
> Thanks,
> Ron
> KA4KYI
> 
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