David wrote:

I have made thousands of professional RF connections (not Cable TV)
and never have I seen a connector that requires greasing.

We use Andrew 221213 Waterproofing Kits, on the OUTSIDE of the
connection. Good RF connectors are usually silver plated and require
no grease.


I can see that. I'd imagine the waterproofing kits have to be pretty
well made to keep moisture out. Silver, while a lot better conductor
than gold, oxidizes very easily. Lots of oxides don't conduct
electricity at all.




mike