Drop Connectors UltraRange Compression Connectors UltraEase Compression Connectors Hex Crimp Connectors Series 59 and 6 Installation Series 11 Installation
ULTRARANGE COMPRESSION CONNECTORS The UltraRange is a high performance universal compression connector, covering a wide range of cable braid. From the 59 series to the 11 series, its superior performance enhancing features include: Free-spinning nut that enables quick and easy threading with minimal effort (on 59 & 6 Series connectors) 360 contact to cable, resulting in excellent RF shielding integrity One-piece construction to eliminate waste from lost components One-step cable preparation using industry-accepted tools Thread starting guide UR11 multi-hex connector can be used with 7/16 or 9/16 wrench 3-2
ULTRARANGE COMPRESSION CONNECTORS UltraRange 59 and 6 Compression OUTDOOR 1.21 [30.8].19Ø [4.9] Part Number Outdoor Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage GF-UR-59 4 Green Series 59 60% to Quad "F" MALE INTERFACE.44Ø [11.1].32Ø [8.1] GF-UR-6 GF-UR-59-SR 4 Green Series 59 60% to Quad 3/8-32 THD GF-UR-59-K 4 Green Series 59 60% to Quad 7/16 [11.1] HEX GF-UR-59-HEC Purple Series 59 Headend GF-UR-6 4 Black Series 6 60% to Quad 1.24 [31.5] GF-UR-6-SR 4 Black Series 6 60% to Quad GF-UR-6-K 4 Black Series 6 60% to Quad GF-UR-6-PL Orange Series 6 Plenum * 3/8 32 THD 7/16 HEX (COUPLING NUT UNDER SEAL RING) GILBERT 6.44Ø [11.1] GF-UR-6-SR Patent No: 7018235, 7182639 and 5975951 * Fits cable models: CommScope 2275K, 2275V & 2275K; Belden 6339Q8 & 9116P GAF-UR-11-RA UltraRange 11 Compression Part Number Outdoor Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage OUTDOOR GILBERT 6 GAF-UR-11-RA GAF-UR-11-MH 4 Black Series 11 60% to Quad GAF-UR-11-PL Orange Series 11 Plenum * GAF-UR-11-MH-SR 4 Black Series 11 60% to Quad INTERFACE MEETS ANSI/SCTE 02 1997 1.77 [44.9] GAF-UR-11-MH GAF-UR-11-RA 4 Black Series 11 60% to Quad GAF-UR-11-RA-SR 4 Black Series 11 60% to Quad GILBERT 11.57Ø [14.4] GAF-UR-11-MH * Fits cable models: CommScope 2285K & 2287K; Belden 1523AP & 7999AP UltraRange 59 and 6 BNC Compression Part Number Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage 75 OHM BNC MALE INTERFACE 1.68 [42.7] GILBERT 6.44ø [11.1] GA-BNC-UR-6 GA-BNC-UR-6 GA-BNC-UR-6 Gold Series 6 60% to Quad GA-BNC-UR-59 Green Series 59 60% to Quad GA-BNC-UR-59-HEC Purple Series 59 Headend Key K = Knurled SR = Seal Ring PL = Plenum MH = Multi-Hex 1.68 [42.7] GILBERT 59 HEC.44ø [11.1] GA-BNC-UR-59-HEC GA-BNC-UR-59-HEC Recommended Tools for UltraRange Installation Connector Type Prep Tool Compression Tool UltraRange 59 & 6 G-CPT-6590 G-CAT-UNIVERSAL-FX, G-CAT-AS, G-CAT-AS-FX, G-CAT-Multimedia UltraRange 6 Plenum** G-CPT-6590-PL G-CAT-UNIVERSAL-FX, G-CAT-AS, G-CAT-AS-FX, G-CAT-Multimedia UltraRange 11 MH G-CPT-1100 G-CAT-AS, G-CAT-AS-FX UltraRange 11 Plenum** G-CPT-1100-PL G-CAT-AS, G-CAT-AS-FX UltraRange 11 RA G-CPT-1100 G-CAT-AS, G-CAT-AS-FX UltraRange BNC G-CPT-6590 G-CAT-MULTIMEDIA * Note: See pages 9-3 through 9-6 for additional tool information **GF-TOOL-1/4H and GF-TOOL-MH are also recommended for ease of installation; see pg 9-6 (1) Series 59 & 6 Cables (2) Series 11 Cables Figure (1) Figure (2) 3-3
ULTRAEASE COMPRESSION CONNECTORS The UltraEase is a high performance, weather resistant compression connector with one of the easiest compression activation force available in the market today. UltraEase advantages include: Patented post forward design to ensure proper installation Self-correcting cable insertion Three-point sealing system Tin-plated post for excellent corrosion resistance 3-4
ULTRAEASE COMPRESSION CONNECTORS UltraEase 59 and 6 Compression OUTDOOR Part Number Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage GF-UE-59 Black Series 59 60% to Tri Shield GF-UE-59-SR Black Series 59 60% to Tri Shield GF-UE-59Q Green Series 59 Quad GF-UE-59Q-SR Green Series 59 Quad GF-UE-6 GF-UE-6 Gold Series 6 60% to Tri Shield GF-UE-6-SR Gold Series 6 60% to Tri Shield GF-UE-6Q Silver Series 6 Quad GF-UE-6Q-SR Silver Series 6 Quad Patent No: 6790081, 5975591, 6887102 Key SR = Seal Ring UltraEase BNC, RCA & Pin Type F Compression Part Number Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage GAF-UE-M Red Series Mini 60% to Tri Shield 1.65 [41.9] GILBERT M.43ø [10.9] GA-BNC-UE-M GA-RCA-UE-6 GAF-UE-MQ Orange Series Mini Quad GA-RCA-UE-59 Black Series 59 60% to Tri Shield PIN RECESSED APPROX.430 [10.92] GA-RCA-UE-59Q Green Series 59 Quad GA-RCA-UE-6 Gold Series 6 60% to Tri Shield GA-RCA-UE-6Q Silver Series 6 Quad GA-RCA-UE-M Red Series Mini 60% to Tri Shield PIN RECESSED APPROX..100 [2.54] 1.22 [30.9] GILBERT 6.43Ø [10.9] GA-RCA-UE-6 GA-RCA-UE-MQ Orange Series Mini Quad GA-BNC-UE-M Red Series Mini 60% to Tri Shield GA-BNC-UE-MQ Orange Series Mini Quad Patent No: 7153159, 7303435, 7153159 PIN RECESSED APPROX..271 [6.9] 1.23 [31.2] GILBERT M.43ø [10.9] F F MINI Recommended Tools for UltraEase Installation* Connector Type Prep Tool Compression Tool UltraEase 59 & 6 G-CPT-6590 G-CAT-UNIVERSAL-FX, G-CAT-AS, G-CAT-AS-FX UltraEase M G-LDT-MINI G-CAT-MULTIMEDIA UltraEase RCA G-CPT-6590 G-CAT-MULTIMEDIA UltraEase BNC G-CPT-6590 G-CAT-MULTIMEDIA * Note: See pages 9-3 and 9-4 for additional tool information (1) Series 59 & 6 Cables (2) Series 11 Cables Figure (1) Figure (2) 3-5
HEX CRIMP CONNECTORS Corning Gilbert s hex crimp connectors include the Gilbert 360 connectors, USA and AHS connectors. Benefits include: One-piece construction Uses standard hex crimp tools Brass construction nickel plated 3-6
HEX CRIMP CONNECTORS Series 56 and 6 OUTDOOR Free Spinning Sealed Nut 3/8-32 THD Part Number Cable Type Crimp Size GF-360-6 Series 6.360 Hex GF-360-6Q Series 6 Quad.360 Hex 7/16 [11.1 mm] Hex Before Crimping Crimp Ring After Crimping Crimp Ring Inside diameter of crimp ring stays round after crimping to provide a seal to the cable jacket Cable Jacket Cable Jacket Recommended Tools Connector Type Prep. Tool Crimp Tool (HEX Cavity) Series 6 & 59 G-CPT-6590 G-CRT-USA-AL (.360) See tool section for additional tool information CABLE PREP G-CRT-USA-AL Series 59 and 6 cables 3-7
.84 USA F Male.33 Part Number Cable Type Crimp Size GF-59-AHS/USA 60% - Quad.360 Hex GF-6-AHS/USA 60% - Quad.360 Hex.43ø.31ø GILBERT 3/8 32 THD.15ø 7/16 HEX Recommended Tools Connector Type Prep. Tool Crimp Tool (HEX Cavity) Series 59 G-CPT-6590 G-CRT-USA-AL (.360) Series 6 G-CPT-6590 G-CRT-USA-AL (.360) CABLE PREP G-CRT-USA-AL See page 9-6 for additional tool information Series 59 and 6 cables.032 [.8 mm] Dia. Pin 3/8-32 THD AHS Series 11 Crimp-On Pin Part Number Crimp Size Braid Coverage GF-11-AHS/460.100 &.475 Hex Up to 90% 1/2 [12.7mm] Hex 1/8 [3.2 mm] Series 11 Crimp-On Pin Connector 3-8
SERIES 59 AND 6 INSTALLATION UltraRange Connector Installation 1.21 [30.8].19Ø [4.9] "F" MALE INTERFACE 3/8-32 THD 7/16 [11.1] HEX.32Ø [8.1].44Ø [11.1] GF-UR-6 Push connector onto cable until dielectric is flush with the support post face. Prepare cable with an appropriate tool to dimensions shown. Fold exposed braid back over jacket. Leave foil attached to dielectric. (Don't Score Center Conductor). For Quad Shield Cables: Fold outer braid back over jacket, remove outer foil, fold inner braid back over jacket. UltraEase Connector Installation Post Cable Dielectric Dielectric is flush with the Post Face Push connector onto cable until dielectric is flush with the support post face. Connector Activation UltraEase UltraRange 360 USA Insert connector/cable into the compression tool. Compress the connector until positive stop is reached. Insert connector/cable into the compression tool. Compress the connector until positive stop is reached. Outdoor Applications Place connector into the jaws of the.360 hex crimp tool. Make sure the hex of the crimp ring is aligned with the hex of the jaws of the crimp tool. Align the end of the connector crimp ring flush with the edge of the crimp tool jaws. Crimp the connector until a positive stop is reached. Place connector into the jaws of the.360 hex crimp tool. Align the end of the connector crimp ring flush with the edge of the crimp tool jaws. Crimp the connector until a positive stop is reached. Push seal ring (G-SR-1/2-S) onto outdoor port Install connector finger tight Using a 7/16 wrench, tighten to system specifications 3-9
SERIES 11 INSTALLATION Conductor Trim Verification Cable Insertion GILBERT 11 CENTER CONDUCTOR TRIM GAUGE After Cable Installation Push connector onto cable. NOTE: The UltraRange connector pin moves outward as cable is inserted. UltraRange Insert connector/cable into the compression tool. Compress the connector until positive stop is reached. Finger tighten onto female port. Use either a 7/16 or 9/16 wrench and tighten to system specifications. Outdoor Applications GILBERT GILBERT 11 GILBERT 11 Push seal ring (G-SR-1/2-S) onto outdoor port Install connector finger tight Using a 7/16 or 9/16 wrench, tighten to system specifications 3-10