RG6 Quad Shield Coax Riser: Overview and Termination

[@usaearthling]

I learned a lot just by watching this. I appreciate the time you took to pass on this info.

[@trueCABLE]

Glad it was helpful!

[@LeoRousseau]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful! 👊✌️

[@trueCABLE]

You are welcome Leous. We are glad you found the content helpful.

[@leoarata301]

Thank you, quad 6 cable with standard compression connectors 5 days of frustration is over!

[@trueCABLE]

Hello Leo! You are welcome, and we are glad you enjoyed the content. Our unique RG6 compression F connector does indeed make termination of quad shield cable far easier and much less frustrating.

[@JonnyAugust1]

Great video and quality

[@trueCABLE]

Thanks for the kind comment, Jonny!

[@michaelsasso13]

Getting the inside barrel of the F-connector between the outer jack and the foil is often a challenge and a time killer. I am looking forward to trying these new RG6 connectors. Thanks for the demonstration on peeling back the insulation. Very helpful.

[@trueCABLE]

That is very true Michael! Not only are traditional "sleeve style" F-Connectors a time killer, but they can also be an arm and hand killer too. The trueCABLE RG6 F-Connectors are now for sale and I would love to hear your feedback.

[@frankgonzales2232]

Love the colors on the tools !

[@trueCABLE]

Thanks Frank! When designing them, I thought of ways to be sure I could not lose one in the deepest and darkest tool bag that I own and proceeded like that!

[@ZootyZoFo]

Should that last foil shield around the dielectric be removed on shielded & quad shielded Coax? I keep reading where it should be removed but all the demo videos I have seen show them leaving that last foil wrap around the white dielectric on?

[@robdf9024]

Very well explained and neatly executed. You must be a maniac like me. I do not play with connectors even with a small braid.

[@trueCABLE]

Hello Rob! Indeed, and thanks for the kudos. I hate forcing the "sleeve style" compression connectors onto coaxial...getting the sleeve inside the cable jacket even WITH a flaring tool can sometimes be very obnoxious.

[@robdf9024]

@@trueCABLE The flaring tools are sometime very funny. You just apply a bit more force than the due and then it males a small funny protrusion. On some connectors help to get inside the smallest part of the inside pin but not always. It is really an art and only if you are in the "mood" lol.

[@ukrainianinternational2808]

Hello TrueCable! Where can I buy the light green cable cleaner? Thank you.

[@trueCABLE]

Hello! The green Cut & Strip tool is available on Amazon USA and Canada, as well as direct via our website truecable.com (USA sales only).

[@nkgirishnk6878]

Best practical lesson ⚘️🙏

[@trueCABLE]

Thank you!

[@charnjitram3814]

Great video i am struggling using standard f connectors due to the outside diameter of the cable where can i get the proper connectors from tried all types no one fits.

[@trueCABLE]

Hello Charnjit! Thanks for the feedback and question. It comes down to fitment and knowing the specifications for both the cable and the F-Connector. If you are having issues then the F-Connector is too small for your cable. F-Connectors can and do vary in size. Coaxial cable varies in thickness according to amount of shielding, manufacturer, etc. trueCABLE F-Connectors auto-adjust for the cable jacket OD via a spring mechanism and will likely solve your problems--they are very forgiving of variable cable jacket ODs. Aside from that, careful research is required to determine what will fit your cable.

[@edwinmcguire6040]

When making Outdoor connections, could I use Dielectric grease like I do with 12vdc trailer connections?

[@trueCABLE]

Hello! I think the better option is 3M mastic tape so you can be sure the entire thing is sealed up. The grease will degrade the circuit considering it is dielectric.

[@edwinmcguire6040]

@@trueCABLE Thanks for the Quick reply and info.

[@gsxr1000jt]

Any way to test both ends after termination with a multimeter? If so what would be the in spec numbers and how you use multimeter to test?

[@trueCABLE]

Hello John! Great idea, and we already thought of that one. In order to get our spec sheets fully built out with relevant data (that the DSX-8000 does not provide) we had to use a Fluke Multimeter and test both ends of the cable (raw). If you take a look at the spec sheets for our Series 6 coaxial cable on our website, you will see a section "Electrical Characteristics". The majority of the resistance data was obtained with a multimeter, not the Certifier. A two-point resistance test was conducted on the center conductor and also DC loop resistance, using alligator clips.

[@joaodasilva8008]

Is there less lost signal with an RG 6 Quad Cable or is it the same with a normal RG6?

[@trueCABLE]

Hello and great question! Yes, there is less signal loss with quad shield coaxial cable vs dual shield--everything being equal. In normal operation and under normal circumstances they perform largely the same and you would not notice a difference. The real difference is when there are external EMI/RFI sources that might interfere with your signal and quad shield is better at preventing that. When making a decision as to which to install, think of dual shield coaxial cable as the same as unshielded Ethernet cable. Think of quad shield coaxial cable as the same as shielded Ethernet cable. Use the one that fits the environment. Not everyone needs to use quad shield.

[@glenbrawn5436]

Can you connect digital ariel to analog cable from old ariel.

[@trueCABLE]

Hello Glen! That all depends on the original antenna. If the original antenna is already using coaxial, then perhaps, if it is designed to use 75ohm. We would need to know more about your existing equipment and what you are seeking to do in order to provide a more concise answer.

[@yusrilyuhaz840]

The conection of the installation is almost the same as the one I Made.

[@silverthatrandomdragon5509]

But is it indoor/outdoor-

[@trueCABLE]

Hello and thanks for the question. This is riser rated coaxial cable, so indoor only. We also carry an outdoor version that can be used indoors & outdoors in residential environments. The rules change for commercial environments, though.

[@nicksondevesi2247]

I don't have tools, but I want to know how many mm to cut , need it assap

[@trueCABLE]

The jacket is cut back a total of 13mm. The dielectric should be stripped back 6.5mm. We provide a visual reference for this in our Cable Academy blog, "How To: RG6 Quad Shield Coaxial Strip and Termination."

[@joaodasilva8008]

when are going to have RG6 Quad for exterior (CMX type)

[@trueCABLE]

Hello. We stock quad shield outdoor (CMX) in 1,000ft and 500ft lengths. Black or white in color. See our website!

[@kelleysimonds5945]

Could you cut the nonsense and unneeded junk to speed things up?

[@trueCABLE]

Hello Kelley. I am not sure what "nonsense" you are referring to, but if you could be a bit more specific that would be helpful. Keep in mind that what you may consider less relevant information is not the same for everyone and vice versa--what you might consider more relevant information someone else might consider less relevant. We do our best to balance. We are sorry you did not enjoy the video!

[@boblim1227]

Yes what really are you looking for?. If you think you are too good, not neccessary to view and give commenta. These video are for diy apprentive. Why not start your own video and share with us what you know. Kindly advise.Thank you.