Harris 152 Cable Question

[lacoscannerguy]

Good afternoon,

Brother is deployed, and called me asking for a 3 foot TNC female to TNC male cable to extend the antenna to the back of his vest. Radio type is a Harris 152.

Any suggestions on where I can find this? I've Googled and keep finding cheap China stuff...he asked that it be of good quality because they're tough on their equipment, and I don't want to cheap out on my brother for something that's only going to work for a minute.

Thanks so much for any help!!

-Paul

 

[mmckenna]

Easy enough to do.
If you were local, I'd make one up for you.

Easy way to do it is here:
https://www.theantennafarm.com/catalog/belden-8219-3812

This is a suitable flexible cable. Ideally you want the stranded center conductor as that will survive a lot longer getting moved around.

Opt for the heat shrink tubing on the connectors, that acts as a strain relief and will extend the life of the cable assembly.

About $25 plus tax and shipping.


These cables will NOT last forever, especially for his sort of use. Might be a good idea to order more than one.

 

[lacoscannerguy]

Easy enough to do.
If you were local, I'd make one up for you.

Easy way to do it is here:
https://www.theantennafarm.com/catalog/belden-8219-3812

This is a suitable flexible cable. Ideally you want the stranded center conductor as that will survive a lot longer getting moved around.

Opt for the heat shrink tubing on the connectors, that acts as a strain relief and will extend the life of the cable assembly.

About $25 plus tax and shipping.


These cables will NOT last forever, especially for his sort of use. Might be a good idea to order more than one.

Thanks so much! I'll check it out!