So we are back at the beginning -- smaller connectors, smaller cable,
denser jackfields. If you want to use them on 1-5/8 for some reason, they
are out there. --Mike
On Tue, Apr 30, 2019 at 8:50 AM Steve Maki <lists@oakcom.org> wrote:
> 1-5/8" has never been used to connect directly to a jackfield, so I'm
> not sure where you're coming from. Large feedlines always transition to
> a 1/2" or smaller jumper when connecting to a multiport radio or antenna.
>
> -Steve K8LX
>
> On 04/30/19 8:35 AM, Michael Clarson wrote:
>
> > Peter: Sure, they are available, but if your reason for using them is to
> > make a denser jackfield, one would use a smaller cable. --73, Mike,
> WV2ZOW.
> >
> >> 4.3-10 connectors for 1 5/8" cable are available (male as well).
> >>
> >>
> https://products.spinner-group.com/4-3-10-female-connector-lf-1-5-8-50-multi
> >> fit-bn431022
> >> <
> https://products.spinner-group.com/4-3-10-female-connector-lf-1-5-8-50-multifit-bn431022
> >
> >>
> >> 73
> >> Peter
>
> >> On 04/29/19 21:38 PM, Michael Clarson wrote:
> >>
> >>> You are correct, Steve, but along with more dense jackfields, one has
> to
> >>> use smaller cables than, say 1-5/8.
> >>
> >> Bit of a circular argument I guess. If 1-5/8" cable was still being
> >> installed at cell sites, there would be 4.3-10 connectors for it, just
> >> like there were N connectors for it.
> >>
> >> As far as *jumpers*, which are 1/2" and smaller, connector choice is
> >> driven by jackfield density.
> >>
> >> -Steve K8LX
>
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