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ParTheCourse · 11-07-2008, 02:55 AM

Is there such a thing as a coaxial cable quick connector?

The set up I have requires a small weather protection trap door to be lifted, then the thumb and index finger to reach under it and screw on the connector while holding the cable over your shoulder to maintain level and avoid cross threading..

A real pain in the paduf, both hooking up and disconnecting.

I in vision something like the old hand bicycle tire pumps, where the connector fit over the valve stem and a little lever flipped down to make the connection.

ParTheCourse · 11-07-2008, 02:55 AM

Is there such a thing as a coaxial cable quick connector?

The set up I have requires a small weather protection trap door to be lifted, then the thumb and index finger to reach under it and screw on the connector while holding the cable over your shoulder to maintain level and avoid cross threading..

A real pain in the paduf, both hooking up and disconnecting.

I in vision something like the old hand bicycle tire pumps, where the connector fit over the valve stem and a little lever flipped down to make the connection.

beaverjim · 11-07-2008, 03:20 AM

parthecourse, you can purchase push on coax connectors at any radio shack. jim

ParTheCourse · 11-07-2008, 04:38 AM

I spent two hours Google ing it and it take 38 minutes on IRV2, what a site and thanks fellas.

I think I saw them, but was looking for something that crimped on the cable, this is even better.

Thanks again, I'm on the way to Radio Shack.

ParTheCourse · 11-07-2008, 10:55 AM

Picked up four, put two on, one each end of cable, and tried it out, great, it's almost fun.

Think I'll go out and do it a few more times.

Saving the other two as spares and demos for others.

Thanks again,

Retired and Happy · 11-10-2008, 05:06 PM

A few months ago I looked for some quick connect cables, with ends similar to that pictured above. No one locally seems to carry the cables anymore. Best Buy told me they had proved too unreliable, especially for satellite connectivity. Good to know the adapters are available to put on my existing cables.

Bill Adams · 11-10-2008, 05:14 PM

The Best Buy folks are exactly correct. They are fine for TV but should never be used for Internet.

Bill Adams · 11-11-2008, 04:35 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Not sure by what "for internet" means ? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
I am not sure how to be clearer other than to say these connectors should not be used if you are connecting cables that are used with a mobile satellite internet system. They are simply undependable.

TXiceman · 11-11-2008, 05:11 AM

Basically, the connection with the slip on connector is not nearly as realiable as a screw on connector. I have used the slip on connectors and they do get weak after a time and will not make good contact on the shield.

Even in an RV, they will be subject to stresses and wear and will deterioate.

If you do want to use the slip type connectors, be prepared to see a less than quality signal after some time.

ken

Max Hubrich · 11-11-2008, 05:37 AM

I've used them all the time, Love 'em.

Having had a home in coastal North Carolina I put a "wad" of vaseline on the push on end to help prevent detoriation of the signal due to salt in the air, and or, corrosion. We did this on all outdoor wiring connections as well,

DriVer · 11-11-2008, 05:39 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by BillArf:
Anyone care to post or link to factual info that says otherwise? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>BillArf, I have used the push on coax connectors a number of years on coax connections on park pedestals. This is only a temporary connection since at some point the cables get yanked and its back on the road again.

The push on connectors are typically great for that. What I have found is that a great number of park connections have been used so often that the spring clip inside the push on connector cannot make up tight and the push-on connector falls off or does not make a good contact. This is just a consequence of wear.

To resolve, I have to remove the push on and manually screw on the connector. My advice to anyone is to make sure that you have the good weather proof RG6 connectors that are provided by the commercial installers. The nut on the connection is easier to turn than the coax connections we typically see because it is somewhat larger.

The TRS push on connectors are great and it they are tight they work just fine for TV use.

I would not recommend that push on connectors of any type be utilized on any roof mounted dish equipment that may receive TV, HDTV and or Internet signals. The connection is unreliable. Good old screw on connections tightened with a wrench are the best way to go in these cases for sure.

Bill Adams · 11-11-2008, 07:59 AM

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">So, to clarify you were/are saying do not use them with a "mobile satellite system" but are not discouraging use with coaxial cables used dish satellite, and cable? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>
You've got to stop modifying what I have said. I am referring ONLY to an INTERNET connection. I said mobile satellite INTERNET not mobile satellite system.
If you are not familiar with using a mobile internet connection in your coach this would explain the confusion.
I use the push on connectors for my park TV cable connections (but I rarely use that) and I would use these connectors if I was trying to connect a tripod mounted TV antenna to my coach TV receiver.
I would never recommend using this kind of a connection between a satellite Internet antenna and a satellite internet modem since the connections will never be as reliable as a screw-on connector.
Does that help?

Hollyecho · 05-20-2012, 08:58 AM

Title was supposed to say "Quick Connect of Coaxial Cable WITHOUT loss of signal ! "
You can see it here - XRJAX 7101-B - it soved my problem and WITH internet or tv connection, easy, quick snap on/off solid secure connection every time.

I had to share, for I looked a long time for this cause the screw on is way too hard in tight places, and screw on is not 'quick and easy' and this is.

Hope this helps others !

docj · 05-20-2012, 09:22 AM

If you want a coax quick connect that won't shake loose, you can switch to BNC connectors. These are professional quality and are far more reliable than the F-type connectors used for residential purposes. Here's a link to an example of BNC connectors for RG-6 cable: RG6/U Crimp BNC Connector - 10pk - Cables To Go