Comtech EF Data IPSat GW1000 - Manual (Page 43)

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Cable Loss
For all data rates, the degradation of system NF due to the IFL coaxial cable is negligible for cable lengths up to 100
m (328 ft.).
LMR-400 Cable Assembly with N-Connector
To prepare the LMR-400 cable and attach an N-connector, follow these steps.
1 Flush cut end of cable using a fine saw blade. Cut cable so that the end remains round and the face of the
cable is perpendicular to its length. Slide on shrink boot, clamp nut, washer, and gasket.
2 Expose the 0.240 inches of the conductor. Cut through the cable jacket, braids, and dielectric core. Do not
nick the cable conductor.
3 Expose 0.500 inches of the outer braid. Do not to nick the braids when removing the cable jacket.
4 Slide on the ferrule. Ensure that all braids come up through the ferrule
5 Flare out the braids and fold them back onto the ferrule. Trim braids to shoulder. Trim core back to 0.030
inches maximum. Trim the conductor back to 0.230 inches.