M8000 Series of BER Test Solutions Tips for Preventing Damage 17
Tips for Preventing Damage 1
Follow proper RF cable and connector care
• Avoid repeated bending of cables; a single sharp bend can damage a
cable instantly.
• Limit the number of connections and disconnections to reduce wear.
• Inspect the connectors prior to using; look for dirt, nicks, and other
signs of damage or wear. A bad connector can ruin a good connector
instantly.
• Always use torque wrench and gauge tools for connecting RF
connectors.
• Clean dirty connectors to prevent poor electrical connections or
damage to the connector.
Making a connection
1 Inspect and clean. All connectors must be undamaged, clean, and
within mechanical specification.
2 Carefully align center axis of both devices. Push the connectors
straight together so they can engage smoothly. The male center
conductor pin must slip concentrically into the contact fingers of the
female connector.
3 CRITICAL: Rotate only the connector nut - NOT THE DEVICE OR
CONNECTOR BODY - until finger-tight, being careful not to cross the
threads. Damage to both connectors will occur if the male center pin is
allowed to rotate in the female contact fingers.
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