How to Crimp an F-Connector
By: CableOrganizer®
See the steps below, which show you how to crimp an F-Connector to a coaxial cable.
PROJECT CHECKLIST
Experience Level: Intermediate
Time Required: 1-2 Minutes
Steps: 7
Supplies:
Cables, F-Connectors, Crimping Tool, Cable Stripper / Cable Cutter
STEP 1
Trim cable as shown using a stripping tool. Trim center conductor end at 45-degree angle.
STEP 2
Fold braid back *NOTE: for quad shield cable cut off first foil and fold back second braid.
Push connector onto cable, twisting in a clockwise and counter-clockwise direction until cable dielectric is flush with connector mandrel face.
STEP 4
Make sure "F" die head is in crimp tool. *NOTE: For right angle and female connector use no die head.
STEP 6
Squeeze handle. Crimp tool is ratcheted and will release when compression is completed.
STEP 7
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