Figure 8. Coax Cable Cutting Technique; Table 10. Coax Trim Dimensions - iDirect evolution x5 Installation Manual

Before you can connect the cables, you must install connectors on each end.
To terminate the cables with F-Type connectors:
1. Cut off each end of the coax cable squarely, using the proper cable cutter as shown in
Figure 8.
Wear protective eye wear while cutting cables and terminating
connectors. Ensure that the center conductor is straight and cylindrical
without any burrs. Failure to do so can damage the IDU, BUC, and/or LNB
input connector.
2. Remove the jacket material and foam insulation according to the length defined under
Length A in
from Paladin Tools.

Table 10. Coax Trim Dimensions

RG-6
RG-11
3. Remove any foil in the braid as shown in
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Figure 8. Coax Cable Cutting Technique

Table 10. For RG-6, use a two-step Coax Stripper such as the LC-CST 1257
Length A Length B
(inch (mm)) (inch (mm))
5/8 (15.9) 1/4 (6.4)
13/32 (10.3) 3/32 (2.4)
Length C
(inch (mm))
3/8 (9.5)
13/32 (10.3)
Figure 9 on page 26.
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