Making "F" type Crimp, Compression, and Twist-on Connectors for Coax Cable

In the video I show you how to prep the RG 6 Coax cable. Then show you how to install all 3 type of connectors. Twist-on, Crimp, and Compression are three most common used and can be bought pretty much anywhere.
When striping the cable bite down to the copper conductor but not all the way through. You can start around 1/2" to 3/4" from the end of the cable and expose the conductor. Then remove 1/4" to 3/16" of just the outer jacket. fold the braided wire back and remove the foil from the dielectric. Now add your connector of choice.
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[@professorpeterhahn2082]

Bro, big thanks for this video. I live at the beach where no metal escapes corrosion, including coax connectors. I noticed that on days when the temperature dropped, my cable would go out. I guess the metal would contract enough that it would kill the signal. wild right? So before paying somebody in your line of work big bucks to crawl under my house and install new coax, I decided to clean and/or replace the badly corroded connectors and splitters. Thing is, I made the mistake of shopping for tools and supplies without knowing what the f I was doing. so thank god for your practical explanation because there was nobody at the Home Depot to help me out. I bought a cheap stripper/crimper and and an assortment of connectors (twist on, crimp and compression -which were useless without the compression tool). Before I watched your video, I f’ed up the stripping and the twist on connections. Nothing worked. After the video, success. I probably would be reading books on cold nights versus watching television if it weren’t for you! You’re awesome.

[@stephenvogel7361]

Excellent tutorial. Helpful for beginners. I appreciated you showing all 3 types connectors in one video.

[@michaelhughes570]

The only KZbin I have seen (so far) that features the three types of F-Type connectors. I am now satisfied that the connectors I use are for outside. Cheers

[@jamesmoeller9366]

Thank you, Craig! Excellent presentation!

[@evechavez6136]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. The fact that you demonstrated three different styles came in handy during a D.I.Y. project at home. I appreciate the tutorial.

[@kendallseymour184]

Great video. I am a complete novice at working on coax cable. I watched a very basic "how to" video before this one. I was able to understand this video a little better after watching the basic video. This video helped me understand the process much better.

[@josephlopez1010]

I like the way you clearly speak. Some guys have too much noise, I am very mechanical totally a do it myself on everything. It’s rare I need help but i still learn. My business is a complete handy man, repairs and cleaning company from floor to ceiling interior and ground through roof exterior, I can even rebuild a vehicle, I’ve stripped them down just to see how it works. I’ve been growing through the restaurant businesses. But when it comes to electrical I’m complete a fumbler I’m starting to get into this type of repairs so I’m keeping your videos handy. Great job thanks. I have a job request for this exact thing I’m going to try this your way for my customer. I’ll let you know. Big Chief thank you

[@Alvin-we3mt]

I like this guy. His presentation, techniques, and results are not "perfect," but this is the reality of cable installation. I have installed RG6, RG59, and--yes--RG8, RG8X, RG58, and even RG-214, for many years, and I have often struggled with connections. I use essentially the same techniques as Craig uses, and I can attest to the validity of his processes. I have nothing different to add to what he says. Good job!

[@Penny8605]

You're a great teacher and the filming is great. I could see everything clearly. I am attempting to use old cable to run antennas at home.

[@TheBigBandWolf]

I'm an older mill electrician that's rewiring my old house I'm restoring so I'm doing all my ethernet and antenna/av lines throughout my home. Your video was excellent in the tips and it convinced me to go spend the extra cash and get the compression tool and fittings. Because after all. it's my place and I want the best products and the best installation. Thanks for your help, I found it entirely worthwhile the way you showed all three types and their applications. Well done sir.

[@arielmauriciosantander9910]

Excellent...video..Excellent work, excellent teacher

[@paulbriggs2081]

Great video, Craig. TV signal dropped off, grandkids due to arrive next day so problem extra critical! Checked aerial, signal was ok so inferred electronic 6-way splitter bust. As 3-way only needed now, rushed out and bought new splitter and F connectors. Confused as to how to fit so looked on KZbin. Your really clear explanation and demonstration helped me to fit the connectors in 30 minutes. Grandkids think I’m brilliant (true!) but you’re the one who gave me the booster. Thanks, Craig.

[@RicardoDelgado-zr4ki]

Great video sir. Thank you for giving me some understanding of this before my low voltage class

[@matd4364]

I realy enjoy your videos, i have been working in the field for about 7 years and I appreciate your topics. I watch sometimes to refresh and get perspective.

[@craigmichaud-electricalins4602]

Thank you for your support! CM

[@bettymesser2205]

Awesome video, very helpful and understanding, you go boy . So easy when someone is as clear teaching as you have been Thanks a million ☺️😎

[@AndrewWiester]

Thank you for the great video Craig.

[@chetsobczyk4120]

Nicely done. Thank you.

[@benjaminrivera117]

I'm happy you where the first video I saw on how to properly do this! You got my sub!

[@michaelleddy3701]

Thanks Craig. Have a Happy Thanksgiving.🦃 Just bout the IDEAL tool for a few cams i need to run cable for .

[@boblim5530]

Great video, very clear and precise instruction., Excellent explanation on the do and don't. The types of tools used.Thank you.

[@Joedala2011]

This is what I was looking for. As a plumbing guy...I just don't get electric things. Good tutorial!

[@Graza25]

You earned a Sub from me mate. I do this type of work, Sky(We call it in the UK)/ Satallite/Digital Airiel(Antenna's) installations. I enjoy it. Im also an Electronic/Electrical Engineer (Triple E) by trade. So i can relate to these vids. Your video came up in my recommendations, nice clear "to the point" instructions. Thanks for the channel and you're time.

[@runamuck316]

Holy crap! That worked 🎉🎉🎉

[@TheForce_Productions]

Most complete and informative video on the matter, thank you.

[@johnh8705]

Thank you for this. The others speed through

[@nuevoshorizontespropiedades]

Thank you for such a detailed yet excellent instructive video!

[@scottgrafer2222]

Another excellent video Craig. Thanks for showing all three methods of termination.

[@christopherhighwart4559]

Absolutely the best simplified video showing how to do the three different types of connectors. THANK YOU

[@AA-hu9mh]

As usual your videos are an easy way of learning. Is there any way you can have one on VFD's. keep up the good work and thank you very much. Please stay healthy

[@19Bmiller]

Best instructions yet

[@robertjune1221]

I'm not a professional cable installer, but I am making a coax cable to carry phone and data within a school. (Spectrum carries the signals with coax) I read the instructions for Ideal compression connectors and they stated 1/4 inch for each measurement. It simply is too short for the RG6 quad shield I'm using. I spent over an hour experimenting and wound up with 1/2 inch for each one. Now my cable looks like the professionally made one that I'm using as a model (Monoprice coax cable). You mentioned using 1/2 to 3/4 for the conductor then trimming as needed. But for the other measurement, you actually went a little shorter. I'm trying to figure out why my measurements are so different.

[@robertcasey3393]

Thanks- I can set up my TVs now. great job!

[@georgebaker8108]

thank you i am using that on my new rg6 cable.

[@kiavooshdevansallare8145]

Thank you very much for a great illustration and informative presentation best for your new outlook.

[@chalkywhite100]

good video, thanks

[@parlenkow]

The best Channe for eléctrician thanks!!!!

[@charliegatt9541]

You are one of the best 10out of 10

[@vinallen5827]

Very helpful, thanks for the info.

[@carapungo]

very good bro!!!! thanks for sharing.

[@leejames4637]

Very clearly explained. Helpful. Thanks.

[@alio6938]

That tutorial helps me a lot

[@noraternier6768]

Excellent tutorial!

[@pradipsaha1088]

Thanks for your analysis tutorial

[@AndyRutledge901]

Thanks!

[@craigmichaud-electricalins4602]

Thank you sir!! You have no idea how this will help my channel!! I will be posting more videos soon and will totally give you a shout out!! Thanks again it’s much appreciated!! CM

[@parlenkow]

Wonderful tutorial!!!!! Nothing more ro say thanks!!!

[@johnwskirrow4283]

well done very well explained, great video thanks.

[@richardcallihan9746]

You do know, Ideal and other manufactures as you mentioned make a striper that does a great and quick job of all that, and if done correctly without nicking or scoring the braid or dielectric. However, don't remove the foil from the dielectric, this is intended to make contact with the inside of the barrel of the connector. Especially if you are using the screw-on connectors it may be all the ground connection you have after a while!!! I'm not sure what manufacturer made the screw-on Type F connectors I used. But somehow intuitive of how this was going together, I was concerned about the integrity of the shield, and it would be cut by the threads while assembling it. Afterward, while examining it, individual strands started falling out of the cable end of the connector. So I unscrewed it, and as I thought the shield was cut clean at the end of the jacket. There may still be some continuity there, but with a little pulling of the cable may be not or intermittent. I would not recommend this type of connector! Take one back apart, and I trust you won't want to use it, stick with crimp or compression connectors. Having seen what a questionable connection these made. I never actually used them and got the compression crimper and stripper and never had any problems.

[@michaelmyrick8898]

Thank you very much that was very helpful

[@chrisgraham2904]

Thanks for a good instruction. Compression seems to be the way to go if you have any connections outside exposed to weather. Are all types equal with regard to signal loss at the connectors?

[@Robbo1966]

Top tip thanks for this

[@bradmoran5229]

Life before compression. Good Times

[@richardpatton4197]

Some technicians do not remove the foil like in this video. Are there pros and cons?

[@MrMikey1273]

I'm not an electrician but I'm an computer tech so I do data cable. I never remove the inside foil on quad shield cable. I installed several tv antennas and closed circuit tv work and it's never been a problem you just don't want the braid to touch the conductor.

[@nilpo]

Yes. The guy in the video is wrong. You should NEVER remove the inner foil. It can't do its job unless it comes in direct contact with the connector body as intended. In quad shield, you remove the outer foil to expose the second braid, but the inner foil is always left intact.

[@chrisgraham2904]

@@nilpo The inner foil should be left exposed 1/8 to 1/4 inch.

[@michaelsellote1150]

Nice

[@munanto1]

Cool !!

[@gamjammer]

I can NEVER get the center white piece far enough into the compression fitting?

[@nilpo]

Use a flare tool. It gently stretches the outer jacket and makes inserting the cable much easier.

[@stratoleft]

Yes, I've done it on the job when I had to deliver satellite dish or replace the F connect. The only thing I've ever done is crimp type connectors.

[@mbforwood6926]

Great video - I have a quick question please. Comcast tells me I must run a "home run" cable from the basement splitter to a nearby wall outlet. Will be used exclusively for Comcast router....I'm confused over using rg6 dual, tri, or quad cable. Would like to future proof as much as possible - your thoughts or advise would be greatly appreciated. Love the channel...keep up the great work.

[@robertjune1221]

MB - Pulling cable is no fun, So use the best quality cable which would be RG6 quad shield. Leave some extra so you can redo the termination if that should ever be required.

[@nilpo]

@@robertjune1221 With all due respect, this is bad advice. Quad shield isn't "the best". It's simply one type of coax designed for a specific purpose. That purpose happens to be video transmission. For cable internet, you only need single shield coax. Regular RG6 is perfect for this. Installing quad shield adds unnecessary complexity and it's more difficult to pull in existing walls, especially for a DIYer. Unless you're in an unusually noisy environment, the additional shielding isn't necessary for data transmission.

[@robertjune1221]

@@nilpo You seem to have more experience with this than I do, but my cable company, (originally Time-Warner and now Spectrum) used quad shield RG6 in the run from where the cable entered my house to the cable modem. I have worked with both single shield coax and quad shield and neither one is difficult to deal with. I will respectfully disagree with you and still recommend the use of quad shield RG6. I don't think that anyone will disagree with my statement that pulling cable is a pain. The extra shielding won't hurt you and the poster did ask about future proofing the install.

[@nilpo]

@@robertjune1221 Yes. Cable companies will often use quad shield everywhere. They buy enough volume to offset the additional cost and it allows them to stock only one type of cable on their vans. They also typically only make very short runs. 90% of the time, they can get away with it and I suppose they feel it's worth the gamble.

[@scottgrafer2222]

Is there a way to contact you with video request/suggestions?