KVH Industries tracphone v3ip Installation Manual page 39

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12. Using an appropriate crimp tool (either the
CT-400/300 or the HX-4 with Y1719 dies),
crimp the ferrule in place (see Figure 74).
Crimp as close to the connector body as
possible.
13. Crimp the ferrule again, but further back
from the connector. However, be careful not
to crimp the cable jacket.
14. Slide the heat shrink sleeve over the
connector body and heat it to compress it into
place (see Figure 75). When you are done, the
heat shrink should extend from the rear of the
connector to the cable jacket. This forms a
weather-tight seal.
15. Using a multimeter or similar device, check
the continuity of the cable.
16. Ensure the center conductor pin measures
between 0.20" and 0.28" (5-7 mm) in length, to
ensure proper engagement with the mating
connector (see Figure 76).
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Terminating LMR RF Cables
Figure 74: Crimping the Ferrule onto the Cable
Figure 75: Applying the Heat Shrink Tubing
Figure 76: Proper Center Conductor Pin Length
Appendix
Center Conductor
1/4" (5-7 mm)