[HCARC] New Coax Seal???

[kd5wdq .]

Good point, and forgot to mention, it's only the first layer I put
on to seal the connector.  By itself, it may not last long in the
Texas Wx.   Usually 3 layers:

1. the 3M(stretch and seal)
2. electrical tape
3. aluminum tape (only because the electrical tape will start
to un-ravel in time.)  (the glue on aluminum tape is far superior
and lasts for years.)

--eddie kd5wdq




On Fri, Dec 27, 2013 at 1:31 PM, John K5XA <k5xa at godfather-ridge.com> wrote:

> My two bits:
>
> Gary, I think that the test you mentioned would be something interesting to
> do. However it might not represent the longer term effects of weather and
> time.
>
> Having made some mistakes along the way in the construction of a few
> stations, I have adopted some quality measures that I won't compromise,
> especially when it comes to putting stuff outside, and/or in the "sky".
>
> Typical examples are the best quality connectors (Amphenol 083-1SP),
> electrical tape (3M 33+), and of course the afore mentioned 3M Scotch Vinyl
> Electrical Tape.
>
> While they are a little more costly, they are not the most expensive things
> that might exist in a ham radio tower/antenna/station configuration, and
> might help to avert breakdowns due to weather and ageing, and less than
> optimum results due to mechanical signal loss.
>
> K5XA John Guida
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: hcarc-bounces at mailman.qth.net [mailto:hcarc-bounces at mailman.qth.net]
> On Behalf Of Gary J - N5BAA
> Sent: Friday, December 27, 2013 9:48 AM
> To: kd5wdq .; Reflector
> Subject: Re: [HCARC] New Coax Seal???
>
> Apparently almost the same product except that the 3M version available on
> Ham sites is either black or red and is twice the cost.  Think I am going
> to
> try this stuff - on fittings close to the ground as an experiment.  I'll do
> one on a cut off fitting and bring it to the meeting.
>
> Gary J
> N5BAA
> HCARC Secretary 2013/14
>
> From: kd5wdq .
> Sent: Thursday, December 26, 2013 10:39 PM
> To: Gary J - N5BAA ; Reflector
> Subject: Re: [HCARC] New Coax Seal???
>
> If this is like the 3M product - then yes, it's true.   Can't do any better
> than this
> to seal coax connectors.  The NWS team started using this on the NOAA Wx
> radio sites after shown this product (the 3M version).
>
> --eddie:kd5wdq - nws: wx5ewx
>
>
>
> On Thu, Dec 26, 2013 at 8:07 PM, Gary J - N5BAA <qltfnish at omniglobal.net>
> wrote:
>
>   Has anyone heard of or tried a new sealing tape from Nashua Tape Products
> called "Stretch and Seal".  The package says it is self fusing silicone
> sealing tape which is recommended for splicing, etc.  It has a workable
> temp
> range of -65F to 500F, uv resistant, protects to 8000 volts, is waterproof,
> leaves no residue, is clear, and stretches 300%.  It's recommended uses are
> splice and repair electrical wires and cords, seal electrical plugs and
> connectors, seal pipes and hoses, cover sharp edges and protect against
> rust
> and corrosion.
>
>   OR is this a Too Good To Be True product???  One good thing - it's made
> in
> the USA.
>
>   Available at Home Depot at about $6.00 for 10 feet.
>
>   Gary J
>   N5BAA
>   HCARC Secretary 2013/14
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