On Sun, 27 May 2007 22:40:57 -0700, John Smith I
wrote:


OK. Let's apply logic here ...

1) If you have used a VOM and there is continuity between the center
conductor of one end of the coax, with the center conductor of the
opposite end of the coax, the center conductor is ok.


2) If you have continuity between the outer conductor of one end of the
coax (shield) with the outer conductor of the opposite end of the coax
(shield), the outer shield of the coax is ok.

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Warmest regards,
JS


In view of your logic, let me tell you about my situation recently
when I tested a piece of coax on which I installed on connector.

There were already two connectors on the coax and I removed one that
was crimped and had slipped. I put on my connector and tested it with
my radio, no signal. Hmm, I needed to check the wire.

1) I tested the center conductor and the shield on the connector I
just installed... Short. OOPS!

I cut off the connector and replaced it.

2) Tested the center conductor and shield on the connector I just
installed... Short. OOPS again.

3) after cutting off my connector again, I tested the other connector.
between the coax and shield. Open. Great!

I soldered on the connector for the third time.
4) tested the center lead and shield of my connector... SHORT! Hmmmm

5) I cut off my connector and tested again. Open ?????

I tested the other connector again. Open.

ahhhh. I tested the center conductor from end to end.... OPEN!!!

I tested the center conductor to the shield on the end where I was
installing my connector.... SHORT!!!!


Time for a new piece of coax....

73 for now
Buck
N4PGW

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