[Elecraft] Slip on adapters on PL259s

[ny9h at comcast.net]

I soldered metal hose clamps with handles,  onto the quick plugs.

1 turn on the handle and odd it comes...
Times 5 cables plus rotor cablr5

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From: bill at w2blc.net
To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
Sent: 2019-02-17 9:24:33 AM 
Subject: [Elecraft] Slip on adapters on PL259s

Here comes the flames:  I use slip on adapters on my PL259s that connect 
my rigs/tuners/etc. to the outside world on my bulkhead. I have been 
using this method for over 30 years and NEVER had a connector associated 
failure. It allows for quick connect/disconnect when shutting down for 
thunderstorm related issues. I use RG8X for all indoor coax duties and 
run the KPA500 - so no power levels requiring heavier cable. I do snug 
PL259s on equipment slightly with pliers.

Fact is, the only coax failure I have had of recent note, was the poor 
quality patch cable between the P3 and K3. It was long ago replaced with 
a Mil Spec cable from my junk box.

I do use a number of Daiwa 2-position coax switches for various 
purposes. Any comments on coax switches?

Bill W2BLC K-Line


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