Description

Key Specifications: Type: UHF Male (PL-259) - mates with SO-239 female jacks Connection: Crimp-style (center pin + outer body) Cable Compatibility: LMR-240 (0.240“ diameter, 50-ohm) Center Conductor: Accepts 20 AWG (0.035” - 0.039“ diameter) Body Material: Nickel-plated brass Frequency Range: Up to 300 MHz (optimal for HF/VHF) Installation Steps: Cable Prep: Strip 1.25” of outer jacket Trim dielectric to expose 0.25" center conductor Fold back braid over jacket (trim excess foil if present) Connector Assembly: Slide crimp ferrule over cable Insert center conductor into pin and crimp Slide connector body over assembly Crimp ferrule onto braid (use RG-8X die for proper compression) Final Inspection: Verify no shield strands contact center conductor Check continuity (center-to-center, shield-to-shield) Test for shorts (center-to-shield)