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Post by Guest on May 27, 2016 12:27:28 GMT
![]() I bought four of these and cannot even undo them with two pairs of pliers, what am I doing wrong folks?  |
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Post by pre65 on May 27, 2016 12:32:35 GMT
I'd ask the supplier. 
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Post by MartinT on May 27, 2016 14:43:24 GMT
I've not seen ones quite like that before. There must be a trick to it.
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Post by Slinger on May 27, 2016 16:55:09 GMT
From what I can see they're SAC Audio 'Snap-Seal' plugs, designed to convert RG6/U co-ax to audio cable usage. They are used in conjunction with a C2004 'SNAP-SEAL` Triple Pocket Crimp Tool. I could only find a video for the Belden branded plugs. Google is your friend. |
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Post by ChrisB on May 27, 2016 16:58:48 GMT
Yes, there is a trick to it!
They are watertight RCA plugs and they don't come apart.
Firstly, the title of the thread is incorrect. There's an 'n' missing from 'sap'.
The plugs should come with a little end cap that goes onto the centre core of a coaxial cable. You prepare the cable by stripping the correct length of outer insulation - 9mm. You fold back the braided screen over the outer insulator and then strip 2.5mm of the inner insulation. Crimp the end cap onto the centre core, taking care not to distort it too much. Then push the cable into the hole in the back of the plug until it SNAPS into place. That's why it's called a Snap Fit Phono Plug!
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Post by ChrisB on May 27, 2016 16:59:27 GMT
Slinger beat me to it.
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Post by ChrisB on May 27, 2016 17:11:12 GMT
RCA-6027WS Water Seal RCA Male (Plug) For RG-59 cable  My post above is complete conjecture based on this diagram!! |
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Post by MartinT on May 27, 2016 17:45:25 GMT
I've amended the title. So, only for RG6/U cable, then?
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Post by ChrisB on May 27, 2016 17:51:00 GMT
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Post by Slinger on May 27, 2016 18:20:58 GMT
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Post by Guest on Aug 24, 2016 10:37:20 GMT
I bought the appropriate tool chaps and it is then easier to fit than standard plugs.
Great for making 75ohm extension cables.
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Post by ChrisB on Aug 24, 2016 10:59:52 GMT
All is good then.
Excellent!
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