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Weatherproofing Coaxial Cable Connections
After firmly attaching your existing coaxial cable, the PL-259 and SO-239 should be
weatherproofed using
TES-2155
rubber splicing tape which is a conformable self-fusing rubber
electrical insulating tape. For outdoor use, the rubber splicing tape should be
protected from UV deterioration with an overwrap of
TES-06132
for all weather
applications.
Peel back the protective covering. Tightly wrap the
TES-2155
. When wrapping,
stretch the rubber splicing tape up to twice its normal length. Wrap tightly around the
coaxial cable and connectors. Overlap each wind of the tape by about 50%.
Use the
TES-06132
as an overwrap to give the assembly UV protection. Cover the
TES-2155
splicing tape completely.
Lightning Protection - For Any Installation
Proper lightning protection and grounding is a prudent investment
for any Amateur Radio antenna installation. DX Engineering offers
general grounding information, specific examples with available
components, PolyPhaser
®
and Alpha Delta protectors for safe and
worry-free antenna installations.
