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Selecting the proper coaxial cable is an important part of building an efficient amateur radio station. Different cable types exhibit different amounts of signal loss, known as attenuation, which increases as frequency rises. The chart below compares several common coaxial cable types and their approximate signal loss in decibels (dB) per 100 feet at various…
Assemble the red and black plastic housings together correctly on the first try, they fit snugly and can be difficult to get apart. See the picture below for ARES /RACES standard orientation. Note that you can assemble the red and black insulated housings in other ways for special applications. Put the connector housings together before…