DX Engineering DXE-SNS-CT1, DXE-UT-KITF Instructions manual

RG-6 Coaxial Cable

Preparation Tools Kit

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DXE-UT-KITF

DXE-UT-KITF-INS Revision 1

 DX Engineering 2020

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Introduction

This manual will explain the preparation of RG-6, flooded or RG-6 Dual or Quad Shield, 75 ohm coaxial
cable and the installation of compression connectors using the RG-6 Coaxial Cable Prep Tools supplied by
DX Engineering. These tools were specifically selected to make the task of preparing RG-6 coaxial cable
easy, fast and safer then older methods. The RG-6 Coaxial Cable Prep Tool Kit includes:

1 - Custom Made Case with custom pre-cut High Density Foam
1 - CNL-911 Cable Cutter
1 - DXE-SNS-CT1 Compression F Connector Tool
1 - DXE-CPT-659 F6 Coax Prep Tool w/Spare Blade
1 - DXE-CIT-1 F Connector Tightening Tool
1- DXE-EX6XL-25 1 package of 25 Compression Type F Connectors

General Information

The DXE-UT-KITF DX Engineering RG-6 Coaxial Cable Preparation Tool Kit provides all the tools
you need in one convenient custom made case to prepare RG-6 coaxial cable using compression type F
connectors. These tools will also work with most popular compression connectors other than described here.

DX Engineering offers two types of RG-6 coaxial cable:

DXE-F-1000 sold in a 1000 spool or DXE-F6-CTL sold by the foot is a high quality 75 ohm ‘flooded’
coaxial cable ideal for amateur radio receive systems. Flooded-style feedlines have the distinct advantage of
automatically sealing small incidental cuts or lacerations on the jacket. Flooding also prevents shield
contamination and allows the coaxial cable to be direct-buried. This low-loss cable features dual shields and
an 85% velocity factor. The waterproof polyethylene jacket is perfectly suited for direct bury, in conduit or
above ground applications.

DXE-RG6UQ-1000 sold in a 1000 foot spool or DXE-RG6UQ-CTL sold by the foot. DX Engineering
RG-6UQ 75-ohm Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable reduces losses and provides greater protection against
electromagnetic interference. RG-6UQ cable is ideal for many applications, such as active or passive HF
Amateur Radio and SWL receive antenna arrays and systems, LW and MW magnetic loop antennas,
Beverage antennas, over-the-air TV, AM and FM broadcast reception, CATV systems, video distribution and
satellite radio installations like Sirius/XM. RG-6UQ - RG-6 quad shield cable has gas-injected polyethylene
foam dielectric for the lowest loss and maximum moisture resistance. With an 18 AWG copper-clad steel
center conductor it is extremely strong and durable. Two foil shields plus two high-density aluminum braids
provide ultimate four-layer RF shielding and the UV protected black jacket is made with a tough, but very
flexible, PVC. The nominal impedance of RG-6UQ cable is 75 ohms, and it has a nominal Velocity Factor of
82%.

DXE-EX6XL-25 (25 per package) Compression Coaxial Connectors are
environmentally sealed CATV F-Type coax connectors built and designed for harsh
environments. They have a unique 360 degree radial compression system that offers the
signal leakage protection required for high performance receive systems.
Dielectric Grease is recommended to be used on F6 Connectors exposed to the outside
environment.

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DX Engineering offers two types of dielectric grease:

TES-22058 - Permatex Dielectric Grease and LCT-37534 - Loctite Dielectric Grease
Dielectric grease may be used in RF connectors to prevent moisture ingress. Feedlines and connectors will
last longer, providing peak performance for many more years with the use of dielectric grease on the threads
of RF connectors.

Preventing the effects of moisture is critical in RF feedline connections. Untreated connector threads will
oxidize, corrode and seize more quickly if water vapor can enter and collect inside RF connectors.
Ultimately, moisture will enter the coaxial cable, promoting contamination and corrosion, resulting in
elevated noise levels and increased signal loss.

Dielectric Grease, placed into the air space of RF connectors and their threads, will stop the adverse effects
of water vapor and water ingress. Avoiding direct application on mating surfaces of connector center pins,
dielectric grease is safe to use in the air spaces and threads of RF connectors.

Preparing RG-6 Coax & Installing Compression F Connectors

Tools required:

CNL-911 Cable Cutter
DXE-SNS-CT1 F Connector Compression Tool
DXE-CPT-659 RG-6 Coax Stripping Tool
DXE-EX6XL Compression type F Connectors

A. Use the CNL-911 to cut the coaxial cable. The CNL-911 cutters make a clean cut unlike regular

diagonal cutters.

B. Using the DXE-CPT-659 Cable Stripper, press the tool to open, place

the end of the RG-6 coaxial cable in the tool. The end of the coaxial
cable will rest against the built-in cable stop on the tool.

Release the tool so it grips the coaxial cable.

C. Rotate the tool around the cable until the cutting action is complete. You will feel the stripper

cutting the jacket and center insulation. When the cutting is complete, you will feel the tool spin
a bit easier.

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D. Squeeze the tool to remove the coaxial cable. There will be 2 cuts made giving you two 1/4” cuts as

shown below. Pull the cut parts off of the coaxial cable.

E. Fold the braid back onto the outer jacket.

NOTE: For Quad Shield: Fold back the outer braid then score and remove

the outer foil in that same area. Then fold back the inner braid on top of
the outer braid. Smooth the two folded braids together.

F. Insert the prepared Coaxial Cable fully into the F Connector as shown. Ensure the center dielectric is

flush to the inside lip and the center conductor is slightly sticking out the end is as shown.

G. Place the compression connector with coaxial cable into the DXE-SNS-CT1

Compression tool as shown.

H. Fully squeeze the DXE-SNS-CT1 Compression Tool handles together to completely compress the

compression connector as shown.

I. Remove completed coaxial cable assembly from DXE-SNS-CT1 Compression Tool.

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Using the DXE-CIT-1 F Connector Tightening Tool

The DXE-CIT-1 F Connector Tightening Tool makes putting on or taking off F Connector real easy.
Especially if the connectors are located close to each other. Not only can these be used for Amateur Radio,
but they work just fine on Cable TV lines, TV’s, DVR’s and anything that uses F Connectors.

Insert the coaxial cable with the F Connector in the slotted side of the DXE-CIT-1 Tightening tool. Seat the
connector in the tool. Place the connector on the unit and screw in the F-Connector clock-wise using the tool
until the connector is tight. Remove the tool from the coaxial cable connector.

Reverse the process to remove an F Connector from your unit.

Weatherproofing

Over the years many different methods have been used to weatherproof coaxial cable connections. Some
worked, some did not. Once water or condensation enters your coaxial cable, it will ruin the coaxial cable or
worse yet, cause shorting or high SWR conditions which could lead to permanent damage to your
transmitter.

One type of coaxial connector sealing material is a gummy tar like substance that you wrap around the
coaxial connector. This gummy substance works pretty good, except when you try to remove it for
maintenance or coaxial cable replacement, it can cause further problems. The gummy substance just doesn't
come off cleanly and small bits of it may remain in the threads of F Connectors, PL-259's or SO-239's. These
small bits of material are mini-insulators, and could cause intermittent operation.

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The method described here uses a combination of two types of tape which not only protect your coaxial
connection, but also allow easy removal for future maintenance.

Additionally, the coaxial cable and connectors should be clean and free of any moisture, dirt or other
residues.

The only tool you will need for this procedure is a pair of scissors. The following example shows an F
Connector being weatherproofed on a unit that will be used outdoors.

Note: The use of tape weatherproofing F Connectors that are outdoors and exposed to the elements is
up to the user. If Dielectric Grease is used, some people say this is enough protection. Look at your
cable TV installation - chances are there is no weatherproofing tape. Others may want to go the extra
steps for their own piece of mind.

A. Cut a piece of 3M Temflex™ 2155 Rubber Splicing Tape long enough to

complete the job you are doing. If the length you cut is too short, that's okay.
You can add more where needed and it will not compromise the
weatherproofing.

In this example a 4" length of the 3M Temflex™ 2155 Rubber Splicing Tape was used to weatherproof

the F Connector that is installed on a unit

B. The 3M Temflex™ 2155 Rubber Splicing Tape has a protective backing

material so the tape will not stick to itself when on the roll. As shown
below, peel this protective backing off of the length that you cut from the
roll.

C. Starting at the end nearest the unit, hold the end of the cut length of 3M

Temflex™ 2155 Rubber Splicing Tape in place and stretch it out until the
width of the tape is about 50%.

D. While keeping the 3M Temflex™ 2155 Rubber Splicing Tape stretched,

wrap the tape around the assembly and overlap the previous wrap by about
50%. Keep going until the complete assembly is covered, and go an extra
1/2 to 1 inch beyond. Stretch while overlapping wraps.

If the length you cut is too short for the entire assembly, that's okay. You can

add more starting where the one piece ended (overlap it) and then continue
on in the same manner described above. Some situations may require a

second optional warp in the opposite direction.

This completes the first layer wrap. 3M Temflex™ 2155 Rubber

Splicing Tape requires an added wrap of Scotch® Super 33+ tape for
UV protection.

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E. Starting about one inch before the previously installed 3M Temflex™

2155 Rubber Splicing Tape start a wrap of the
Scotch® Super 33+ tape. While wrapping, over
lap the previous wrap by about 50%. Use firm
pressure while wrapping to ensure the tape is on
flat and there are no wrinkles or open spots.

Keep wrapping the Scotch® Super 33+ tape until you are about an inch

past the end of the previously installed 3M Temflex™ 2155 Rubber
Splicing Tape. Use the scissors to cut the tape rather than stretching
and breaking the tape.

Using these quality products and this method, the completed

weatherproofing will be complete and reliable.

On-Line Instructional Videos

DX Engineering has a number of instructional videos that you can view on-line that show products
used in this guide as well as other informative videos.

You can view the videos at the DX Engineering website in the “Tech Info & News” section on the
web site.

Manual Updates

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between the time your DX Engineering product is shipped and when you receive it. Please check
the DX Engineering web site (http://www.dxengineering.com) for the latest revision manual.

Technical Support

If you have questions about this product, or if you experience difficulties during the installation,
contact DX Engineering at [phone]. You can also e-mail us at:

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For best service, please take a few minutes to review this guide before you call.

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Warranty

All products manufactured by DX Engineering are warranted to be free from defects in material and

workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment. DX Engineering’s sole obligation

under these warranties shall be to issue credit, repair or replace any item or part thereof which is
proved to be other than as warranted; no allowance shall be made for any labor charges of Buyer for
replacement of parts, adjustment or repairs, or any other work, unless such charges are authorized in
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return to DX Engineering (transportation-charges prepaid by Buyer). Every such claim for breach of
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