Bill, We used the "slip-ons" to have quick reconfiguration of monitors on a live remote (TV) truck when we were still using UHF connectors for video. We had no failures that I remember - remote live trucks live in a very hostile environment!
We used the UHF slip-ons until the conversion to BNCs beginning in the early 70s 73 George AI4VZ -----Original Message----- From: bill 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 ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html Message delivered to [email protected]
