Wrong Compression connector.........?

[parlyle]

I was changing the connections on my OTA antenna on the roof. I wanted to get rid of the crimp connections and put on compression connections on the booster from the antenna to the power supply in the basement. I wanted to put on the "SuperLok" SLC6, but when I got to stripping the coax, I found out that it was Quad Shield RG-6. Will these connectors go on quad shield coax? Well, I kind of forced one on and made the connector fit, very difficult, I might add. I did notice that the final braid over the dielectric but I did not fold that back onto the jacket. I left it over the dielectric. That was on one of the connections on the booster. The other one I tried the SLC6 and couldn't force it on, so I had some Digicon 6, (Blue) connectors, I think these are for regular shielded coax also, and forced that one on. It didn't compress the way I wanted it to, but I left it and went into the house and did a scan of the OTA channels on my 811. It scanned alright and even added a couple of digital stations that were not scanned before. Will I have to replace those connectors with quad shield compression connectors? Or can I just let them go? I don't want to go on the roof in the middle on our Wisconsin winter and start replacing them at 15 degrees below zero. Any response will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks: Lyle :confused:

[Mike500]

Don't worry about it. I've used standard connectors with quad shielded cable. Only the sleeve that goes over the outer jacket is smaller. In effect, it provides a better seal, if done right.

Careful preparation is everything. The most important thing is that the center white insulator is at least level with the hole or even protrudes about 1/16" or so from the center. This provides better rf integrity.

[parlyle]

Don't worry about it. I've used standard connectors with quad shielded cable. Only the sleeve that goes over the outer jacket is smaller. In effect, it provides a better seal, if done right.

Careful preparation is everything. The most important thing is that the center white insulator is at least level with the hole or even protrudes about 1/16" or so from the center. This provides better rf integrity.

Well I went up on the roof again and changed the damaged connectors with Thomas and Betts SNS6 connectors. I had used them on the power pack in the basement, so with your suggestion of using standard connectors and being a little more cautious, the connectors went on a little snug, but they fit perfect. Thanks for the information. I am amazed at the knowledge that is just lurking around these forums. I have learned so much, it even impresses my wife, which is amazing in itself. Thanks: Lyle :cool: