[OMIK] N connectors question/NJ5G

[OMIK Amateur Radio Association]

The F4PNM will not work with LDF-4-50A. You need the L4TNM-PSA connector.
Although similar, the FSJ and LDF cables are built different. While they
both have corrugated solid copper shields, LDF is circular and FSJ is
spiral. The F4PNM connector screws on to the FSJ shield while the L4TNM-PSA
is forced under the cut circular piece which then flares to secure the
connection. L4TNM-PSA connectors are readily available on Ebay for $6-10. I
just bought a batch. Just search Ebay with the connector number. Seller
"cdyork131" has 4 still available at $6 each. In addition, if you haven't
done N type-to-Andrews LDF4-50 before, there are tricks and tools you will
need to do it right. Feel free to call me at the number below and I will
walk you through it.

Brent D. Rosenberg WA0VY
515-243-7600

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Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2014 11:52 AM
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Subject: [OMIK] N connectors question/NJ5G

I could be wrong but I think they(the connectors) will work just find, the
more important question is the weather sealing. I have been out on many
antenna teams with different clubs and the one thing we all ways did was to
weather seal the connections with a weather proofing kit.
I try to keep several kits on hand , I use Wireless Solutions Universal
Weather Proofing kit type WK-U here. Andrew puts out a kit that I have seen
at many ham fest also. On commercial towers it will last for 15 years or
more, just make sure to tie off the cable(UV Rated Ties) to the tower to
avoid any movement............73s....N5XPD
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