Gotcha now Bonnie, that sounds even better.
Thanks, Julio
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----- Original Message -----
From: KQ6XA
To: FT817@...
Sent: Monday, July 16, 2001 4:29 PM
Subject: [FT817] Re: Durable: ATX 3/8-24 (not PL-259)
Julio WB4OOJ wrote:
> Ok I understand now your not using the BNC version.
> I guess the PL-259 connector is stronger and can
> handle the sideward pressure.
Julio, 3/8-24 is not PL-259.
3/8-24 is the standard thread used for the base of mobile whip antenna
mounts.
PL-259 is the plug that fits the standard antenna connector SO-239 on
the back of radios.
Some VHF and UHF antennas actually use the PL-259/SO-239 as a mount.
Bonnie KQ6XA
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