[Boatanchors] Coax connectors

[James M. Walker]

Hi Larry and group,
That connector is what we used to call a weather connector, meaning it was
designed for use out doors. While the mate to it would be a female 'N' with 
the
same designation. As for mating to a chassis mount 'N' connector, the answer
is Maybe, depends on if it is on a piece of military, aerospace, or regular
commercial (everything else).

I have seen Military gear with the extended body so it would work, but also 
with
the standard body and a mounting shoulder on the outside of the chassis. 
Might
and might not. I would be wary of the newer "Networking Cable" stuff as most
do not adhere to the standard specifications except 'loosely'!

FWIW and YMMV

Jim
WB2FCN
Note to Larry: What do you need?

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Subject: [Boatanchors] Coax connectors


> 200143956722
> Take a look at this item, the connectors in particular.  There seems to be 
> a difference in the style of "N" connectors anymore.  What i'm curious 
> about is whether they are really the type that are fully compatible with 
> what we normally accept as standard type.  I know there are differences 
> between the 50 and 75 ohm types but as these are on 50 ohm cable i would 
> expect them to be the same all the way around.  The ones shown here, and i 
> suspect all the newer cellular stuff uses this style (not to be confused 
> with cellular DIN types).
>
> I guess the main question is, as long as they are "N" type connectors on 
> 50 ohm cable are they fully compatible with the "N" type connectors we see 
> on ham or test equipment today.
>
> I think the connectors are ok but i would rather not lay out money for 
> something that is not useable. Yes, i can replace connectors on equipment 
> if need be.
>
> Larry
> W0OGH
>
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