Jan 17, 2014 · Filling a coaxial connector with a properly formulated dielectric grease is good weather protection practice and will not block electrical throughput or signal.

May 25, 2025 · I've been watching videos on protecting coax connections from the weather, and they're all demonstrating various combinations of multiple layers of self-adherent rubber tape, electrical tape, …

Feb 16, 2012 · Does anyone have an idea of how signal power losses in coaxial fittings vary with signal frequency? I know coaxial cable attenuation is frequency-dependent, but what about their end …

Apr 30, 2012 · Some coaxial cable dielectric will absorb water on their own, or if an air core cable, allow it to run down the inside. The best solution I've found is what most commercial sites use, All …

May 9, 2012 · A cutaway view of a coaxial cable. Coaxial cable is any cable that has an inner wire shielded with an outer conductive sheath by a dielectric (non-conductive) material. Here's a look at …

Jan 19, 2024 · Using F-Connectors (Typical CATV connectors) with RG8/RG58 (50 ohm) Antenna Cable for RF Transmission. I am installing a Thru-Wall Antenna Port in my apartment (with permission) for …

Dec 11, 2019 · It stuck to my fingers and also various places on the connectors, it was an aggravation. I have been reading forum posts and watching a few YouTube videos about weatherproofing coax …

Apr 6, 2017 · Use the correct connectors for the coaxial cable you have. Use the correct tools for the coaxial cable and connectors. Practice, practice, practice, then when you think you are good, …

Jun 24, 2020 · Attach that to the other side of the grounding block. Run the coaxial cable into your home and to your radio. Install one of the BNC compression connectors on the end of that cable. Attach to …

Jun 29, 2018 · Dielectric grease is used more often in the satellite and cable TV industry on F connectors than with two way radios. On F connectors a small dab is placed on the center conductor …