PL-259 Crimp Connectors for RG-6 Cable

[ladn]

I want to experiment with using RG-6 cable as TX/RX feedline. In the past, I've used (old fashioned) solder on PL-259 UHF connectors with the appropriate reducer. Since I'm switching over to crimp on connectors for 50 ohm cable, I'd like to do the same for 75 ohm RG-6, but I can't seem to find proper sized UHF crimp on connectors, only the tv-style "F" connectors.

 

[900mhz]

I want to experiment with using RG-6 cable as TX/RX feedline. In the past, I've used (old fashioned) solder on PL-259 UHF connectors with the appropriate reducer. Since I'm switching over to crimp on connectors for 50 ohm cable, I'd like to do the same for 75 ohm RG-6, but I can't seem to find proper sized UHF crimp on connectors, only the tv-style "F" connectors.

There are many types of RG-6 cables. Some are quad shielded, some just double shielded. RG-6 Plenum coax is another type. They all have different dimensions. With that said, there are many different types of RG-6 F-connectors manufactured, and their uses are governed by the specifications of the given cable. You need to determine the manufacturer and part number of RG-6 you have and seek to get the specifications for that cable. As far as utilizing PL-259 connectors, it may or not be possible. Maybe a PL-259 used for RG-8X might work, but it will depend on the specifications on the cable itself.

 

[mmckenna]

A quick look didn't find me any RG-6 to UHF crimp connectors, but I did find N:

75 Ohm N Male Connector Crimp/Solder Attachment for RG6, Compatible With Inner Conductor Smaller Than 0.030 Inch

75 Ohm N Male Connector Crimp/Solder Attachment for RG6, Compatible With Inner Conductor Smaller Than 0.030 Inch from Pasternack Enterprises has same day shipment. Pasternack 75 Ohm N Male Connector Crimp/Solder Attachment for RG6, Compatible With Inner Conductor Smaller Than 0.030 Inch is part...

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[prcguy]

Use a good compression type F connector on the RG-6 then an F female to PL-259 adapter.

 

[ladn]

Thanks for the speedy replies!

There are many types of RG-6 cables. Some are quad shielded, some just double shielded...

I know. I wanted to keep the post simple. I was using double shielded RG-6 which worked fine. I'll probably try an RG-8x connector on some double shield cable and see if it works. Worst case is just to keep using solder on PL-259's.

A quick look didn't find me any RG-6 to UHF crimp connectors, but I did find N

Kikda pricey though!

 

[900mhz]

RG-6 uses aluminum braid/shield. Crimp on will be the only way, as soldering will not work with aluminum.

 

[prcguy]

There is not much to solder on TV/satellite type RG-6, the foil shield is aluminum and the braid is very thin and getting solder to stick is difficult at best.

Thanks for the speedy replies!


I know. I wanted to keep the post simple. I was using double shielded RG-6 which worked fine. I'll probably try an RG-8x connector on some double shield cable and see if it works. Worst case is just to keep using solder on PL-259's.


Kikda pricey though!

 

[mmckenna]

Kikda pricey though!

Yep, Pasternack ain't cheap, but they've got the weird stuff.

I'd agree with PRC, if this is for experimenting, do some decent F snap-n-seal type connectors and use an adapter. Usually I avoid adapters if I can, but for this sort of stuff/price, it's the way to go.

 

[ladn]

I'd agree with PRC, if this is for experimenting, do some decent F snap-n-seal type connectors and use an adapter. Usually I avoid adapters if I can, but for this sort of stuff/price, it's the way to go.

That was going to be my "Plan B", but I wanted to run the crimp PL-259 idea up the flagpole just in case I missed something.

 

[kb9hgi]

I want to experiment with using RG-6 cable as TX/RX feedline. In the past, I've used (old fashioned) solder on PL-259 UHF connectors with the appropriate reducer. Since I'm switching over to crimp on connectors for 50 ohm cable, I'd like to do the same for 75 ohm RG-6, but I can't seem to find proper sized UHF crimp on connectors, only the tv-style "F" connectors.

Why not just get adapter a F connector to PL259 I see them on ebay

 

[ladn]

That's ultimately what I did: compression F connectors ---->F to PL259 adapter.