[AMRadio] RF connector filler

[Kim Elmore]

Hi Jim,

I might have some. I have some silicone dielectric grease -- essentially Dow-Corning DC-4. You might also look for "flooded" heat shrink tubing to put on the connectors.

Gotta get back to the Champ now that evenings are cooler!

73,

Kim N5OP

Sent from my iPhone.

On Aug 21, 2011, at 3:38 PM, "Jim Wilhite" <w5jo at brightok.net> wrote:

> I am about to erect my tower which will include my wire antennas and 
> beam.  I am looking for the grease that is put in RF connectors to 
> prevent water entering but won't interfere with the RF properties of the 
> connector.  Many years back Decibel Products shipped a small tube of the 
> stuff with their antenna and feedline assemblies for VHF frequencies and 
> down.
> 
> Does anyone know of a place to buy some of this stuff, is it still 
> available and, if so, under what name or label?
> 
> Jim/W5JO 
> 
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