Came home from taking my Tech exam tonight and stumbled on in here. I passed 33/35. I found your videos very helpful in that you peaked my interest and helped me to learn what I am capable of. Onward to the General! 73
Jim, Finally received the two pack rotary coax stripper and all I can say is, why did I wait so long. It works like a treat. Just some minor blade adjustments and three turns the job is done. :-)
11:22 'Hope you made a good recovery from your 1998 accident. But your point about using the table as a kind of "pressure anvil" is a good one, because it helps steady, hold and keep the coax and crimp ring in place as you push down on the crimp handle. Too many times we attempt to use our hands as vices or holders which is a mistake. It's difficult and unstable to use hands as vices while simultaneously using fingers as tools. It's best to put project work on a table or in a vice or stable holder so your hands are free to be used as your "ultimate tools". -73
I purchased some solder type PL259 connectors for my RG213 Coax. I am having a hell of a time and wish now that I had known about the crimp type. That said, my connectors have three parts; the barrel, the body and a ferrule which is threaded and screws into the body. The ferrule does not come close to fitting over the RG213 outside insulation. I am able to install the connector by simply not using the ferrule but perhaps I do not understand something basic? If I knew your store address I would love to buy the crimping tool you recommend...
I was hoping to find one /for RG11. It's been a long since I've 11. I don't remember the centr conductors being so small. Making a phasing harness and I wish I could use RG6.It's Belden 8238. The center conductors break as you're working with them. There's got to be a trick 73
hey Jim, Got a problem. I bought a big spool of coax a few years ago, there are no indicators telling me what ohm it is. Do you have any videos showing how to test coax ( not for continuity ) for ohms. I was told it was 52 ohm (2099 stuff) but it looks like cable TV stuff. How do I test it?
Soldering to RG-213 used to be good but these days the core insulation just melts with heating to ensure good solder connection from plug body holes onto braid, have given up and now use the compression type PL259s 73 Tony G3ZRJ
A few things. I'd advise to put the collar etc on first, before you do anything. I'd also make it clear to people not to score the copper in any way. Then when you take off the dielectric, avoid stretching it, this must affect the properties of the coax to some degree. I know it's difficult, I have had the same problem. And I would trim the centre conductor prior to soldering with an emphasis on temperature control and making sure the solder flows and takes. I like to finish this style of connector with some glue type heatshrink to waterproof that part and give extra support, particularly on RG58.
Question on coax, what will be the upside and downside to using 75 ohm coax as a feed line to my hopefully soon HF dipole antenna farm? Will the antennas usable bandwidth be wider or narrower, SWR curve smoother or bigger. I understand that a dipole antenna is around 73 ohms, so thats my reason for this question. Perhaps a video. THK
The impedance depends, in part, on its height above ground. If the antenna is close to 75 ohms, that will work good. The tuner in your transceiver can take care of the match at that end. And yes, I think the bandwidth for a 2:1 SWR will be broader. Thanks & 73, Jim W6LG
Hello Jim. I just got my licence for the first time and ordered some LMR-400 cable and some PL259 connectors. They are great quality connectors, but they are not crimp connectors. Are the crimp connectors offering any benefits or its just a personal preference? I hope to meet you on the air some day KD9HBU.
Hi, Crimp connectors are great. I sell both kinds. There is a much better connection to the braid of the coax. I only use the crimp type on my station. I like the Teflon & silver plated type. 73, Jim W6LG
Jim, It would be betterr to tin the center conductor and the pin of the connector first. I makes a better solder joint and reduces the heat on the coax. Great job You metioned you had some charts from 1920 of 'Q' signals. Is there such a signal as 'QQQ' ??? I heard that in WW-1 it was used at sea as the signal that you had been stopped by an armed merchant ship ( a Q ship ) Also shoud 'SOS' be sent at 5 WPM, so it would stand out from the other traffic on air ??? 73, Joe K7GW
Jim, first off I want to thank you for all of your wondeful videos and wisdom. You've made a quick reference to using "Raincoat tape" to seal the coax connectors, could you elaborate please or point me to a video on that subject ? Also you talk about selling some connectors etc, do you still have an online store ? Thanks and 73's, Bob - K3ADU in Harrisburg, Pa
+Sam Iam I have that crimper on sale on my website, High Sierra; www.hamcq.com/crimping-tool-frame-ratcheting-handle-crimper-clone.html It is $35 including 2 dies that have cavities for most common kinds of coax. 73, Jim W6LG
Jim I want to send a email Need the crippling tool and the one for power supply crippling. The last few months been on my back and bone on bone for the knees Hope you are doing better 73 KQ4CD Paul
Came home from taking my Tech exam tonight and stumbled on in here. I passed 33/35. I found your videos very helpful in that you peaked my interest and helped me to learn what I am capable of. Onward to the General! 73
Greetings from Ireland Jim☘️ What an absolutely excellent presentation ... Thank You - Gerry ☘️
Many thanks Gerry. Stay tuned, I have some neat ideas to present. 73, Jim ..thanks!
@@ham-radio Appreciate you taking time to reply Jim ... Will stay “tuned” ... Regards to you & your family ... Take Care ... Gerry ☘️
Thank you Jim for your content. You're a great Elmer!
Jim,
Finally received the two pack rotary coax stripper and all I can say is, why did I wait so long. It works like a treat. Just some minor blade adjustments and three turns the job is done. :-)
11:22 'Hope you made a good recovery from your 1998 accident. But your point about using the table as a kind of "pressure anvil" is a good one, because it helps steady, hold and keep the coax and crimp ring in place as you push down on the crimp handle. Too many times we attempt to use our hands as vices or holders which is a mistake. It's difficult and unstable to use hands as vices while simultaneously using fingers as tools. It's best to put project work on a table or in a vice or stable holder so your hands are free to be used as your "ultimate tools". -73
I purchased some solder type PL259 connectors for my RG213 Coax. I am having a hell of a time and wish now that I had known about the crimp type. That said, my connectors have three parts; the barrel, the body and a ferrule which is threaded and screws into the body. The ferrule does not come close to fitting over the RG213 outside insulation. I am able to install the connector by simply not using the ferrule but perhaps I do not understand something basic?
If I knew your store address I would love to buy the crimping tool you recommend...
Great vids enjoy all your work! Second ask about "Raincoat tape" Thanks, 73's
i have seen some that have specific crimp for the center conductor.
Thanks Jim, nice video. I have one of your kits, it work great. Keep up the good work, will meet you on 20 some day.
I was hoping to find one /for RG11. It's been a long since I've 11. I don't remember the centr conductors being so small. Making a phasing harness and I wish I could use RG6.It's Belden 8238. The center conductors break as you're working with them. There's got to be a trick
73
Hi Jim! Do you have links for the tools you recommend?
hey Jim, Got a problem. I bought a big spool of coax a few years ago, there are no indicators telling me what ohm it is. Do you have any videos showing how to test coax ( not for continuity ) for ohms. I was told it was 52 ohm (2099 stuff) but it looks like cable TV stuff. How do I test it?
Soldering to RG-213 used to be good but these days the core insulation just melts with heating to ensure good solder connection from plug body holes onto braid, have given up and now use the compression type PL259s 73 Tony G3ZRJ
A few things. I'd advise to put the collar etc on first, before you do anything. I'd also make it clear to people not to score the copper in any way. Then when you take off the dielectric, avoid stretching it, this must affect the properties of the coax to some degree. I know it's difficult, I have had the same problem. And I would trim the centre conductor prior to soldering with an emphasis on temperature control and making sure the solder flows and takes. I like to finish this style of connector with some glue type heatshrink to waterproof that part and give extra support, particularly on RG58.
Question on coax, what will be the upside and downside to using 75 ohm coax as a feed line to my hopefully soon HF dipole antenna farm? Will the antennas usable bandwidth be wider or narrower, SWR curve smoother or bigger. I understand that a dipole antenna is around 73 ohms, so thats my reason for this question. Perhaps a video.
THK
The impedance depends, in part, on its height above ground. If the antenna is close to 75 ohms, that will work good. The tuner in your transceiver can take care of the match at that end. And yes, I think the bandwidth for a 2:1 SWR will be broader.
Thanks & 73, Jim W6LG
Thank you. Nice calm video with good clear instrucions
What would be the result of using RG-213 (66%) and RG-9913 (84%) together temporarily?
doing the math works out to be RG-8467.5 :)
Hi Jim the tape you used to protect and seal the balun on the coax,what was that called
Hi Eric not sure what Jim used but I use self amalgamating tape.Its excellent.73.G7HFS
What crimper set were you using?
Nice technique Jim
Hello Jim. I just got my licence for the first time and ordered some LMR-400 cable and some PL259 connectors. They are great quality connectors, but they are not crimp connectors. Are the crimp connectors offering any benefits or its just a personal preference? I hope to meet you on the air some day KD9HBU.
Hi,
Crimp connectors are great. I sell both kinds. There is a much better connection to the braid of the coax. I only use the crimp type on my station. I like the Teflon & silver plated type.
73, Jim W6LG
Jim, It would be betterr to tin the center conductor and the pin of the connector first. I makes a better solder joint and reduces the heat on the coax. Great job
You metioned you had some charts from 1920 of 'Q' signals. Is there such a signal as 'QQQ' ??? I heard that in WW-1 it was used at sea as the signal that you had been stopped by an armed merchant ship ( a Q ship )
Also shoud 'SOS' be sent at 5 WPM, so it would stand out from the other traffic on air ??? 73, Joe K7GW
Hi Jim. I would love to see a video of your antenna set up. Thanks 73s
Spin the cutter in the direction of the twist, then pull.
could you please a link for the raincoat tape?
Sorry, I had to close everything due to illness and disability. 73, Jim
Jim, first off I want to thank you for all of your wondeful videos and wisdom. You've made a quick reference to using "Raincoat tape" to seal the coax connectors, could you elaborate please or point me to a video on that subject ? Also you talk about selling some connectors etc, do you still have an online store ?
Thanks and 73's, Bob - K3ADU in Harrisburg, Pa
Second ask on "Raincoat tape"
I need a crimp tool like yours what kind is it?
+Sam Iam I have that crimper on sale on my website, High Sierra; www.hamcq.com/crimping-tool-frame-ratcheting-handle-crimper-clone.html
It is $35 including 2 dies that have cavities for most common kinds of coax.
73, Jim W6LG
Thanks Jim. A nice video well done.
Thanks Jim, learning a lot from your vids. 73 ... KI7POP
Schizzultz Thanks for writing! It helps me. 73, Jim
I still use the old Wallz gun myself....KD9FQL
Another good video Jim, thanks!...73...wd0akx
And thank you for your videos. Maybe can meet on 20 meters some afternoon. Also, I like the way you set up the equipment; very nice. 73, Jim
Thanks for the video..very helpful!
Can you provide a link to your store?
Sure & thanks.
www.hamcq.com
73, Jim W6LG
Jim W6LG thank you, great video series for new hams.
Jim,
Informative video. Still need to get one of those rotary tools. :-)
WB3BJU
Sure wish you sold ham/antenna gear to pay you back for your excellent videos. Chip
Good job, as usual...Thanks again !
Thanks Jim,
You telling us we been working with bad soldering PL 259 CABLES FOR SOME 20 TO 30 YRS😲 I DON'T THINK SO
Good video, keep it up!
73 from the east
Jim I want to send a email
Need the crippling tool and the one for power supply crippling. The last few months been on my back and bone on bone for the knees
Hope you are doing better
73 KQ4CD Paul
Great info. Thanks... WA8SIE //...
Thanks Joe! 73, Jim W6LG