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jgriffin
12-08-06, 03:00 PM
Anyone ever use this tool:

http://www.starlink-dss.com/Compress-N-Seal.htm

I was also looking at this one:

http://www.dishstore.net/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=60

Opinions?

Thanks!

jbstix
12-08-06, 03:10 PM
Anyone ever use this tool:

http://www.starlink-dss.com/Compress-N-Seal.htm

I was also looking at this one:

http://www.dishstore.net/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=60

Opinions?

Thanks!

I would def. recommend the "compression" style tool over any kind of crimper.
Home Depot sales compression F connector tools, and even have kits you can buy- (where the phone/ethernet, wall plates and all those goodies are located.)
Every Professional installer I know and have seen, use the compression connection tools.
I have the Data Shark kit from Home Depot, and a Monster Cable compression tool from when I was doing some installs.
Compression all the way... IMO.

good luck

sathq
12-08-06, 07:16 PM
I was also looking at this one:

http://www.dishstore.net/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=60

Thanks!

I am an installer and own both of these. I prefer the second.

Dozoclown
12-08-06, 08:07 PM
Ditto on the second.

dartonviper
12-08-06, 08:09 PM
I am an installer and own both of these. I prefer the second.

Same here

jarvantgroup
12-09-06, 04:39 AM
Anyone ever use this tool:

http://www.starlink-dss.com/Compress-N-Seal.htm

I was also looking at this one:

http://www.dishstore.net/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=60

Opinions?

Thanks!

The second all day!!!

jgriffin
12-10-06, 11:18 AM
Just the info I was looking for, thanks everyone!

icmoney
12-10-06, 06:06 PM
I purchased the Ideal Model 30-633(for RG6) at Lowe's for $18. Perfect for at home use. They also sell the proper connectors for the tool.

markyd21
12-10-06, 11:40 PM
Anyone ever use this tool:

http://www.starlink-dss.com/Compress-N-Seal.htm

I was also looking at this one:

http://www.dishstore.net/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=60

Opinions?

Thanks!



2nd one. Adapts to more brands of connectors

Grandude
12-11-06, 02:21 PM
Anyone ever use this tool:

http://www.starlink-dss.com/Compress-N-Seal.htm

I was also looking at this one:

http://www.dishstore.net/product_info.php?cPath=53&products_id=60

Opinions?

Thanks!
I have the first one, and it works just fine for me. I'm not a professional, just a user.

JLucPicard
12-11-06, 07:15 PM
I got the second style off eBay for $51.50 ($44 plus $7.50 s/h). Ths tool works great for me, and I am a novice at best. Haven't checked prices lately, but chances are you may be able to find one cheaper.