Satellite Connectors - Compression with screw end cap?

[SwissJonese]

So I am installing a Satellite and I've fitted all the cables ready. I bought some compression connectors + the special tool and tried it yesterday, works perfectly and super strong connections. Then I noticed they don't have any screwable cap endings so when connecting to the LNB I am having the twist the whole cable using a spanner which isn't possible as the cable is too thick.

So are there any compression connectors which have a loose screwable end cap on them?
Or do I just buy the simple twistable connectors and not bother with the compression version?

[Mr Pointy]

There's something wrong with the connector you've put on if the threaded part doesn't rotate easily. The part with the hexagonal flats on it should turn to screw onto the LNB or receiver. Post a picture of your connector.

[VEX]

Interesting, all compression connectors have used (20years +) have always allowed the hex nut at the end to spin.

As has been said, a photo or at least a brand would help.

Also did you use a prep-tool to get the end ready correctly for the connector to go on.

V.

[SwissJonese]

Ah I think I found it. If I only compress half way the top cap is still screwable. But if I use the full compression it is not.

1 - uncompressed
2 - half compressed
3 - fully compressed

[VEX]

Who's are they?

The head should still spin if after compression. My only other thought is that the tool is over compressing and the wrong one for the heads.

[VEX]

For reference: I have actually switched now to these.

https://www.alltrade.co.uk/shop/1-cabelcon-self-in...

Simple prep-tool and just push it on until it stops.

V.

[SwissJonese]

VEX said:

Who's are they?

Sorry no idea of make, it came with the tool.

VEX said:

The head should still spin if after compression. My only other thought is that the tool is over compressing and the wrong one for the heads.

OK major blond moment, you are right I just needed to lower the top part of the tool to fit the connectors. Works fine now thanks.

[Mr Pointy]

Where did you get the tool & connectors from?

[VEX]

Cool, good news.

Crap looking design though, if there is flexability in setting the comperssion head! The one thing you need with these is consistant repeatability!

V.

[SwissJonese]

Mr Pointy said:

Where did you get the tool & connectors from?

From amazon
Proster Crimping Tool Set

[Mr Pointy]

Hmm. I'd still be liberal with the self-amalgamating tape on any exterior connections.

[SwissJonese]

Mr Pointy said:

Hmm. I'd still be liberal with the self-amalgamating tape on any exterior connections.

Yep definitely, do you use Silicone Grease too?

[megaphone]

Where is this dish going? Is it just a domestic install? Standard WF100 cable? Compression cons are overkill, you could have saved yourself £ and used standard screw on cons.

Does the LNB have a pull down cover? If so don't bother with amalgamating tape, it will be fine for years.

Edited by megaphone on Tuesday 7th April 08:34

[megaphone]

VEX said:

For reference: I have actually switched now to these.

https://www.alltrade.co.uk/shop/1-cabelcon-self-in...

Simple prep-tool and just push it on until it stops.

V.

I also use these if I want a strong fixing, very good, a bit expensive compared to screw on.