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12-05-2012, 06:52 PM
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Coax Cable Connector??
The other day the cable man was working at a neighbors house installing a Digital Adapter and left behind a short coax cable that he didn't use.. My neighbor showed it to me and if it were longer I sure could use it when setting up the Directv antenna with the trailer.. The F connectors on it have a collar built onto them that makes them easy to install and remove.. I have looked everywhere for something other than a removable tool to attach and remove F connectors.. THIS IS WHAT I NEED but am unable to find something similar anywhere.. Any suggestions?
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12-05-2012, 07:48 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Adony
The other day the cable man was working at a neighbors house installing a Digital Adapter and left behind a short coax cable that he didn't use.. My neighbor showed it to me and if it were longer I sure could use it when setting up the Directv antenna with the trailer.. The F connectors on it have a collar built onto them that makes them easy to install and remove.. I have looked everywhere for something other than a removable tool to attach and remove F connectors.. THIS IS WHAT I NEED but am unable to find something similar anywhere.. Any suggestions?
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The Shack? I've seen them from Comcast.
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12-05-2012, 11:33 PM
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This one is from Comcast
This one was left behind by Comcast... When I contacted Comcast, they had no idea what I was talking about as their upgrade kits were built / packaged in Mexico.. The Shack had no idea where to get them.. Thanks for the response..
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12-06-2012, 12:57 AM
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Herk posted some information about a tool a couple of months ago. I ended up ordering but I don't recall the name of the tool. Might try PMing him about it.
Update
I just found the thread and here is the link for the tool. Not sure if this is what you are seeking but wanted to share just in case.
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12-06-2012, 01:32 AM
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I have a couple of those cables also. Not sure where I got them. I used to have Comcast but now have ATT UVerse, so I think I got them from Comcast.
I like them because the grip is large enough that hand tighten is actually adequate for the task. No tools required.
I just spent about 30 minutes searching via Google and could not find them.
My cables say E233771 6 series and the connectors say TFC. But using that as search keywords was not successful.
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12-06-2012, 05:18 AM
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My fingers are too big to screw the F coax ends on the RV or most of the places they place them on the (Park poles). I went to the (Shack) and got (2) Model #278-291,Cat# 278-291,Screw-on to Push-on F connector adapter. $2.50@ Screws on any length Coax cable needed. I stopped using Bad Words hooking up the cable!  Youroo!!
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12-06-2012, 05:35 AM
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Only time I have seen this kind of coax, with the easy to turn ends, was when Comcast started delivering the digital boxes they required for the digital conversion. They were in the box with the equipment. All mine were white. Haven't seen them anywhere else.
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12-06-2012, 09:03 AM
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Site Team - Lou
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I love that F connector wrench and have several now.
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12-08-2012, 12:00 AM
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Found several patent applications, but no actual manufacturer or supplier of the fitting referred to as a "coaxial cable connector nut rotation aid". If anyone finds a source please post, I would also like to order some as I make my own cables to specific length and this would be very nice to have.
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12-08-2012, 12:39 AM
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This will be a long shot but is this somewhat close to what you are seeking?
coax cable cap - Bing Images
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12-08-2012, 06:35 AM
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12-08-2012, 12:47 PM
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Try monoprice.com and put in coaxial cable series 6
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12-08-2012, 02:04 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by youroo
My fingers are too big to screw the F coax ends on the RV or most of the places they place them on the (Park poles). I went to the (Shack) and got (2) Model #278-291,Cat# 278-291,Screw-on to Push-on F connector adapter. $2.50@ Screws on any length Coax cable needed. I stopped using Bad Words hooking up the cable! Youroo!! |
YouRoo, did the same. Put these on every F connector in the coach. Best thing I ever did.
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12-08-2012, 02:59 PM
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I was considering buying the tool but the guy at the RV store made me a coax cable in the length I wanted for a couple of dollars instead. In my case this was a one time project.
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12-08-2012, 03:41 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by awwall
YouRoo, did the same. Put these on every F connector in the coach. Best thing I ever did.
Attachment 22134 |
Yes,make a lot more sense than a bunch of tools. Youroo!! 
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12-08-2012, 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Adony
This one was left behind by Comcast... When I contacted Comcast, they had no idea what I was talking about as their upgrade kits were built / packaged in Mexico.. The Shack had no idea where to get them.. Thanks for the response..
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I recall getting short connection cables like that with Comcasts aux. Connection boxes. They are very easy to use, but no one can ID them. They are probably propriertary, but other good ideas showed up.
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12-09-2012, 07:35 PM
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These handy gizmo's are referred to by the Cable TV industry as a Jumper Sleeve. There are a few manufacturers who offer these but the PCT International version is the only one that I am aware of that is available for purchase directly by consumers. Here is the link. 4 FT RG6 Coax Jumper with Jumper Sleeves JTRS6A48JS | PCTstore.com
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