What is a Coaxial connector on a TV?

Modern TV models are equipped with a large number of connectors that make it easier to use additional signal sources. This is necessary to increase the compatibility of equipment from different manufacturers released at different times. Each connector has its own purpose. That is why it is worth considering them separately.

What is a coaxial connector on a TV?

Some cable TV operators and Internet providers still use networks, some of which are based on coaxial connectors or devices. This technology is becoming a thing of the past, but in some cases it is still in demand.

The main purpose of using coaxial is to provide a connection between a cable or the latter with various types of equipment. The connection itself has main components - a pair of two types:

1. "Socket-plug."
2. "Pin-socket."

A cable of a specific group is usually correlated with the connectors of the whole set. The division into several types is based on the connection used and functions.

1. Depending on the purpose, connectors can be instrument-cable, cable, or instrument.
2. The type of connection contributes to the division into plug-in and threaded, bayonet.

RG6/RG11 – outputs for distribution or subscriber cables, the relevance of which remains, and even increases every year.

Attention! Increasingly, main coaxial cables are being replaced with optical analogues.The high price of copper structures also leads to a decrease in their use in various fields.

The central steel core is the main component for coaxial cables. In addition, the use of clad copper, two types of braiding is typical - wire on steel, aluminum. Thanks to such materials, production becomes cheaper. But simple soldering for products is impossible; tinning does not occur completely. Connections are ensured through mechanical contact; this is an option for obtaining better results during further work.

Cable outlets are divided into several groups depending on the installation method:

1. Screwed.
2. Crimping.
3. Compression.

About screw-on connectors

In this case, the basis of the design is the body, along with a rounded built-in thread. The product is complemented by a press-on nut for F-standard.

Such connectors have certain disadvantages:

• Highly brittle material.
• The pressure housing ring has insufficient density in relation to the nut. Because of this, the connectors are damaged during installation.
• The thread inside is short. It is not possible to secure the cable as tightly as possible.
• When the connectors are screwed onto the cables, the conductors break off and are partially cut. The protective sheath together with the braid are also twisted.

Crimp connectors

Here we are talking about using two cylinders. There is an external one - it seems to continue the structure of the body. The internal one is selected depending on the diameter of the cable dielectric with foil. When the connector is placed on the cables, the circular symmetry of the latter is not broken. The outside of the housing requires crimping into a prism with six edges using a crimping tool.

Reference! The main disadvantage is related to the material used in production. If the design is not of good quality, the body collapses too quickly. Because of this, the connection characteristics also deteriorate.

Compression varieties

Relatively expensive products due to their complex design. But the characteristics of such outputs compensate for any expenses at the initial stage of acquisition.

They have the following advantages:

1. Anti-corrosion coating.
2. Operation up to 3 GHz.
3. Additional protection against moisture.
4. Shielding is better compared to conventional cables.
5. The temperature range is pleasingly wide, from -40 to +70.
6. The breaking voltage is higher when compared with cables.

About special adapters

Switching with already ringed cables is a characteristic feature of modern offices. At different levels there are cable connections and telecommunications equipment. In this regard, problems arise with space for bending structures and compliance with certain standards. RF connector adapters are special adapters, the use of which allows you to solve the problem.

Every outlet on the modern market is created to solve a problem. Inexpensive varieties with simple threaded connections can work normally on individual subscriber telephone lines. But this does not mean that the same equipment will cope with particularly important sections of cable networks. You will need to purchase professional types of connectors, crimp or compression. Each section of the highway has its own requirements for equipment.