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I can't see where the Smedz cable is manufactured though (nor results of testing)
Any leads to a WF100 version, or even single core WF100, from the same "brand"?
Thanks, I will by the WEbro WF100.Never heard of them.
There was a thread on here about suspect cables that once stripped were found to be made of recycled materials, including toothpaste tubing and chewing gum wrappers.
Make sure you have a company address and a returns policy in writing before ordering/paying anything
How the connectors ? Is there something that you can suggest as well?AT LAST - he "understands"!
I think we covered connectors in the other thread that you started!How the connectors ? Is there something that you can suggest as well?
Could give me a model? I am about to order altogether from CPC Farnell.I think we covered connectors in the other thread that you started!
AT LAST - he "understands"!
OTOH: it could be cheaper from CPC Farnell
I have some offcuts in the shed that would be cheaper
Thanks again! I will update you when the job is underway. CheersHere is some info (hope I've covered most things!)
Instructions on how to fit an F-plug
How to fit F Connectors to coaxial cable for Sky and Freesat
You will need:
F-connectors – general
http://cpc.farnell.com/search?st=f%20connector
You need ones for 6.8-7mm outside diameter cable (WF/CT100 is 6.8mm)
And I suggest these: F-connector with O-ring but there are numerous others on that site, ebay, etc.,:
http://cpc.farnell.com/vision/fm02/plug-f-twist-on-rg6-100/dp/CN20704
NB: suggest you order twice as many as you think you will need!
Cable stripping tools – various dedicated coax cable strippers:
http://cpc.farnell.com/search?st=coaxial%20cable%20stripper
OTOH, I use one of these (and it’s very handy for lots of other jobs):
Stanley Folding Pocket Knife 0 10 598
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stanley-Folding-Pocket-Knife-598/dp/B0001IWDBU/ref=pd_bxgy_60_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=KG339X8VT1SAV697G7BN
Spare straight blades for the above:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0001IW5FO/ref=pe_385721_147587461_TE_dp_1
Pair of sharp side-cutters with blades that have no gaps between them when they close – you may already have these, but they are widely available
A tool to tighten the F-connectors onto the LNB, etc.
I use pliars and a modified open-ended spanner, but the F-connector is a rather unusual size, so here are some dedicated tools:
http://cpc.farnell.com/unbranded/33-3085/driver-f-connector/dp/TL04780?ost=f-connector+spanner&iscrfnonsku=false&ddkey=http%3Aen-CPC%2FCPC_United_Kingdom%2Fsearch
https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2054502.m570.l1313.TR1.TRC0.A0.H0.Xf-connector+spanner.TRS0&_nkw=f-connector+spanner&_sacat=0
Self amalgamating tape - widely available from ebay/amazon/your local DIY place, but here is some on the CPC site
http://cpc.farnell.com/search?st=self%20amalgamating%20tape
Since his final comment in the other thread about how to actually set up a motorised dish at around the same time he started this one, we haven't heard anything at all from him - he came, asked questions and then "disappeared".The thread is about a year and a half old so I would hope that Loquacious is sorted by now!