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Connectorizing Braid-Shielded Coax Cable

These instructions refer to general practices. Exact instructions may vary with

the maker of the tools and connectors you are using. Always refer to the

manufacturer’s specifications.

If you are going to use a boot to protect the connection at the

tap, or if you are using a compression fitting with an indepen-

dent sleeve, slide it over the cable end first. Strip the end of the coax cable by clamping your cable

prep tool around the cable, making sure that the end of the cable is flush against the stop. Rotate the tool 3x

clockwise, then 2x counterclockwise until you’ve achieved a clean cut.

tech tip:

use a braid brush to

brush back the braid.

It makes connector

insertion easier

A clean cut will have a square

end and the cable will have

a round cross-section. The

dimensions in the drawing are

approximate; always check

with your connector manufac-

turer for exact dimensions.

If you are using a crimp-style or one piece compres-

sion connector, slide it over the cable end and use the crimping

tool to firmly attach the connector. A good connection will have

solid contact between the neck of the connector and the braid

under it. The conductor should

extend no more than 1/8 in (3

mm) beyond the front edge of the

connector.

If you are using a two-piece compression connector,

slide the main boot over the cable. Then slide the compression

sleeve up to the back of the connector. Use the proper compres-

sion tool to compress the connector to the manufacturer’s specifi-

cations.

Carefully bend

the braid back

over the jacket.

On tri- and

super-shield cables, there is an outer

layer of tape; carefully trim that away.

9.9 Residential Interior Cabling

Coax Connectorization

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