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Phil Hystad-3

BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?

My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.

Thanks,

73, phil, K7PEH

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W4JBB

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

Phil,

When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P. These
are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where they were
purchased.

I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my
KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an
antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one
end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I
have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)

73,
Joel - W4JBB

On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:

> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?
>
> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.
>
> Thanks,
>
> 73, phil, K7PEH
>
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W4JBB

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

Umm... Phil, I got the part number incorrect.

Honestly, I'm not sure what I ordered or from whom. The part number I
gave you was for a Pro-flex cable so disregard that part number. That
part number is from a diagram on connector assembly (it had been 25
years since I put a BNC connector together and that was in tech school).

That said, RF Industries does make solder-pin / clamp connectors and The
Wireman sells solder-pin / clamp connectors for RG-8x. Call and ask
them, but it looks like their (The Wireman) part number for a male BNC
for RG-8x is 1308. The RG-8x BNC connector from RF Industries is an
RFB-1101-1X.

Sorry for the confusion.

73,
Joel - W4JBB

On 10/9/14, 5:38 AM, Joel Black wrote:

> Phil,
>
> When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P.
> These are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where
> they were purchased.
>
> I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my
> KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an
> antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one
> end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I
> have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)
>
> 73,
> Joel - W4JBB
>
> On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:
>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have
>> found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there
>> are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for
>> reasonable cost?
>>
>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use
>> indoors.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> 73, phil, K7PEH
>>
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kd7gc

RE: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

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Hello Phil,

I use very few BNC connectors, but the few that I have used were all crimp-on. You might want to look at www.tessco.com to see what is available. I buy most of my connectors from Tessco, and they have a tremendous selection of all manner of connectors.

HTH

Alan

Alan R. Downing

Phoenix, AZ

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Dennis Griffin-2

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

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I have ordered several jumper/adapter cables made with RG174 from WiFi RF Expert. They have been good quality. An example is a 24" RG174 BNC Male 90° to UHF Female for $12.29. He can custom make most anything an OM might want. RF Parts is a source for various RF connectors & inline adapters.

73 de Dennis KD7CAC
Scottsdale, AZ

On Oct 9, 2014, at 3:38 AM, Joel Black <[hidden email]> wrote:

> Phil,
>
> When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P. These are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where they were purchased.
>
> I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)
>
> 73,
> Joel - W4JBB
>
> On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:
>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?
>>
>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> 73, phil, K7PEH

Dennis Griffin-2

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

Here is a source for the connector that I believe you are seeking.

http://www.newark.com/amphenol-connex/112597/rf-coaxial-bnc-plug-str-50-ohm/dp/99H4490?ost=99H4490

73 de Dennis KD7CAC
Scottsdale, AZ

On Oct 9, 2014, at 4:17 AM, Dennis Griffin <[hidden email]> wrote:

> I have ordered several jumper/adapter cables made with RG174 from WiFi RF Expert. They have been good quality. An example is a 24" RG174 BNC Male 90° to UHF Female for $12.29. He can custom make most anything an OM might want. RF Parts is a source for various RF connectors & inline adapters.
>
> 73 de Dennis KD7CAC
> Scottsdale, AZ
>
> On Oct 9, 2014, at 3:38 AM, Joel Black <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
>> Phil,
>>
>> When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P. These are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where they were purchased.
>>
>> I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)
>>
>> 73,
>> Joel - W4JBB
>>
>> On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:
>>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?
>>>
>>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> 73, phil, K7PEH

W4JBB

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

In reply to this post by W4JBB

Sorry if this is a duplicate. I didn't see it post and I want to make
sure my previous post (mistake) gets corrected.

73,
Joel - W4JBB

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Subject: Re: [Elecraft] BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax
Date: Thu, 09 Oct 2014 05:49:47 -0500
From: Joel Black <[hidden email]>
To: [hidden email]

Umm... Phil, I got the part number incorrect.

Honestly, I'm not sure what I ordered or from whom. The part number I
gave you was for a Pro-flex cable so disregard that part number. That
part number is from a diagram on connector assembly (it had been 25
years since I put a BNC connector together and that was in tech school).

That said, RF Industries does make solder-pin / clamp connectors and The
Wireman sells solder-pin / clamp connectors for RG-8x. Call and ask
them, but it looks like their (The Wireman) part number for a male BNC
for RG-8x is 1308. The RG-8x BNC connector from RF Industries is an
RFB-1101-1X.

Sorry for the confusion.

73,
Joel - W4JBB

On 10/9/14, 5:38 AM, Joel Black wrote:

Dennis Griffin-2

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

In reply to this post by Dennis Griffin-2

Sorry, here is a source for a connector similar to what I believe you are seeking, Phil, except that it's for LMR-200. The Tessco & TimesMicrowave sites also have good connector, and coax, info.

http://www.newark.com/amphenol-connex/112597/rf-coaxial-bnc-plug-str-50-ohm/dp/99H4490?ost=99H4490

73 de Dennis KD7CAC
Scottsdale, AZ

On Oct 9, 2014, at 4:17 AM, Dennis Griffin <[hidden email]> wrote:

NK7Z

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

Hi,
Looking at the tech spec sheet I don't see a power rating? Also
remember these are 75 ohm connectors... Anyone know what the max power
you can pump through one of these are?

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On Thu, 2014-10-09 at 04:59 -0700, Dennis Griffin wrote:

> Sorry, here is a source for a connector similar to what I believe you are seeking, Phil, except that it's for LMR-200. The Tessco & TimesMicrowave sites also have good connector, and coax, info.
>
> http://www.newark.com/amphenol-connex/112597/rf-coaxial-bnc-plug-str-50-ohm/dp/99H4490?ost=99H4490
>
> 73 de Dennis KD7CAC
> Scottsdale, AZ
>
> On Oct 9, 2014, at 4:17 AM, Dennis Griffin <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> > I have ordered several jumper/adapter cables made with RG174 from WiFi RF Expert. They have been good quality. An example is a 24" RG174 BNC Male 90° to UHF Female for $12.29. He can custom make most anything an OM might want. RF Parts is a source for various RF connectors & inline adapters.
> >
> > 73 de Dennis KD7CAC
> > Scottsdale, AZ
> >
> > On Oct 9, 2014, at 3:38 AM, Joel Black <[hidden email]> wrote:
> >
> >> Phil,
> >>
> >> When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P. These are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where they were purchased.
> >>
> >> I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)
> >>
> >> 73,
> >> Joel - W4JBB
> >>
> >> On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:
> >>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?
> >>>
> >>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.
> >>>
> >>> Thanks,
> >>>
> >>> 73, phil, K7PEH
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Bob-270

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

In reply to this post by Dennis Griffin-2

I have not bought that type connector but have bought others and their Bury-Flex
coax from Davis RF. Here is their connector list:

http://www.davisrf.com/rf-connectors.php

They show both a crimp and a clamp type for BNC and RG8X.

73,
Bob
K2TK ex KN2TKR (1956) & K2TKR

On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:
>>>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?
>>>>
>>>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>>
>>>> 73, phil, K7PEH
>

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Phil Hystad-3

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

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Thanks to all of you who answered my question and gave some pointers to vendors or resources for ordering and information. I am following up today with a few of the sites and I have already sent an e-mail to the WiFi Expert site.

73, phil, K7PEH

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Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

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I don't think you will have trouble with legal power. I regularly run 1 KW through RG8X without problems. I did have some trouble running over about 400 watts with a Carolina Windom running RG8X but I don't know what was shorting, the coax or the chokes or balun. RG8X is the same outer diameter as RG-79 so the RG-79 BNC will fit. The impedance bump is so short that you will not notice it at 6 meters or below. If you are trying to run microwave, you might have trouble buy the pin and socket are the same for the RG-58 and RG-59 connectors. The insulation thickness is what makes RG-8X have a higher rating than RG-58.

Willis 'Cookie' Cooke, TDXS DX Chairman
K5EWJ & Trustee N5BPS, USS Cavalla, USS Stewart

On Thursday, October 9, 2014 8:01 AM, David Cole <[hidden email]> wrote:

Hi,
Looking at the tech spec sheet I don't see a power rating? Also
remember these are 75 ohm connectors... Anyone know what the max power
you can pump through one of these are?-- Thanks and 73's,For equipment, and software setups and reviews see:www.nk7z.netfor MixW support see;http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mixw/infofor Dopplergram information see:http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/dopplergram/infofor MM-SSTV see:http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/MM-SSTV/infoOn Thu, 2014-10-09 at 04:59 -0700, Dennis Griffin wrote:> Sorry, here is a source for a connector similar to what I believe you are seeking, Phil, except that it's for LMR-200. The Tessco & TimesMicrowave sites also have good connector, and coax, info.> > http://www.newark.com/amphenol-connex/112597/rf-coaxial-bnc-plug-str-50-ohm/dp/99H4490?ost=99H4490> > 73 de Dennis KD7CAC> Scottsdale, AZ> > On Oct 9, 2014, at 4:17 AM, Dennis Griffin <[hidden email]> wrote:> > > I have ordered several jumper/adapter cables made with RG174 from WiFi RF Expert. They have been good quality. An example is a 24" RG174 BNC Male 90° to UHF
Female for $12.29. He can custom make most anything an OM might want. RF Parts is a source for various RF connectors & inline adapters.> > > > 73 de Dennis KD7CAC> > Scottsdale, AZ> > > > On Oct 9, 2014, at 3:38 AM, Joel Black <[hidden email]> wrote:> > > >> Phil,> >> > >> When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P. These are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where they were purchased.> >> > >> I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)> >> > >> 73,> >> Joel - W4JBB> >> > >> On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:> >>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style
connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?> >>> > >>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.> >>> > >>> Thanks,> >>> > >>> 73, phil, K7PEH> ______________________________________________________________> Elecraft mailing list> Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft> Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm> Post: mailto:[hidden email]> > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net> Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html> Message delivered to [hidden email]

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Fred Townsend-2

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

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There is good reason why power ratings are not stated. Ratings vary by frequency and particularly by VSWR. Using a tuner may improve the load seen by the rig but will also increase losses on the antenna side of the tuner. Skin effect means only the outer 1% of the conductor is passing current. I would think twice about running more than 100 watts at HF or 50 watts at VHF and above through a BNC connector, never mind the coax.

73, Fred, AE6QL

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>To: "[hidden email]" <[hidden email]>
>Subject: Re: [Elecraft] BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax
>
>BNC power handling is similar to UHF connectors. BNC connectors are rated for 500V, same as UHF connectors. Amphenol does not specify contact resistance for UHF connectors. The full BNC specs are here:
>
>http://www.amphenolrf.com/products/CatalogPages/BNC.pdf
>
>wunder
>K6WRU
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>http://observer.wunderwood.org/
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>On Oct 9, 2014, at 8:34 AM, WILLIS COOKE via Elecraft <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
>> I don't think you will have trouble with legal power. I regularly run 1 KW through RG8X without problems. I did have some trouble running over about 400 watts with a Carolina Windom running RG8X but I don't know what was shorting, the coax or the chokes or balun. RG8X is the same outer diameter as RG-79 so the RG-79 BNC will fit. The impedance bump is so short that you will not notice it at 6 meters or below. If you are trying to run microwave, you might have trouble buy the pin and socket are the same for the RG-58 and RG-59 connectors. The insulation thickness is what makes RG-8X have a higher rating than RG-58.
>>
>> Willis 'Cookie' Cooke, TDXS DX Chairman
>> K5EWJ & Trustee N5BPS, USS Cavalla, USS Stewart
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, October 9, 2014 8:01 AM, David Cole <[hidden email]> wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> Hi,
>> Looking at the tech spec sheet I don't see a power rating? Also
>> remember these are 75 ohm connectors... Anyone know what the max power
>> you can pump through one of these are?-- Thanks and 73's,For equipment, and software setups and reviews see:www.nk7z.netfor MixW support see;http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/mixw/infofor Dopplergram information see:http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/dopplergram/infofor MM-SSTV see:http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/MM-SSTV/infoOn Thu, 2014-10-09 at 04:59 -0700, Dennis Griffin wrote:> Sorry, here is a source for a connector similar to what I believe you are seeking, Phil, except that it's for LMR-200. The Tessco & TimesMicrowave sites also have good connector, and coax, info.> > http://www.newark.com/amphenol-connex/112597/rf-coaxial-bnc-plug-str-50-ohm/dp/99H4490?ost=99H4490> > 73 de Dennis KD7CAC> Scottsdale, AZ> > On Oct 9, 2014, at 4:17 AM, Dennis Griffin <[hidden email]> wrote:> > > I have ordered several jumper/adapter cables made with RG174 from WiFi RF Expert. They have been good quality. An example is a 24" RG174 BNC Male 90° to UHF
>> Female for $12.29. He can custom make most anything an OM might want. RF Parts is a source for various RF connectors & inline adapters.> > > > 73 de Dennis KD7CAC> > Scottsdale, AZ> > > > On Oct 9, 2014, at 3:38 AM, Joel Black <[hidden email]> wrote:> > > >> Phil,> >> > >> When I need one, I have been using the RF Industries RFB-1101-1P. These are solder-pin / clamp connectors. I don't remember from where they were purchased.> >> > >> I don't remember what put me on these. I use them indoors only from my KX3 to an antenna switch and from the RX connector on my K3 to an antenna switch. I also have a 25' piece of RG-8x with a PL-259 on one end and the BNC on the other for when I go to the park and operate. I have not had any failures with them; your mileage may vary. :)> >> > >> 73,> >> Joel - W4JBB> >> > >> On 10/9/14, 12:18 AM, Phil Hystad wrote:> >>> I am looking to use BNC (male) connectors for RG-8X cable. I have found a number of crimp style
>> connectors but I am wondering if there are any other kind to consider. Are the crimp style the best for reasonable cost?> >>> > >>> My application does not need to be weather protective -- all use indoors.> >>> > >>> Thanks,> >>> > >>> 73, phil, K7PEH> ______________________________________________________________> Elecraft mailing list> Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft> Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm> Post: mailto:[hidden email]> > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net> Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html> Message delivered to [hidden email]
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Dennis Griffin-2

Re: BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax

Hi Fred et al,

Thanks for mentioning that, for those that may not be aware. My interest in BNC connectors, back when I researched them, was primarily for convenience and inter-connectivity when operating QRP with the likes of an FT-817 or KX3, as well as older HT's with BNC duckie connectors. I just felt that various BNC based adapters would be handy to have in a go bag, especially when use of Buddipole products was a possibility. I bought several LMR-200 based connectors, coax stripper & a good interchangeable die crimper so as to be able to make up jumpers and adapters as a need arose. It is highly unlikely that I would ever deploy such items if much over 10W of RF output would be used.

Also, since they will handle 500V, and since a lot of OM's bad mouth Anderson Power Poles, I though they would be good for some 12VDC nominal power connectors also. And if that statement raised your hackles, it's almost Friday, so I'm feeling a bit silly and wanted to see if I could get a rise out of the audience, hi. FWIW, I'm a heavy user of APP's, and am fond of them. The fact that they can separate with moderate force has probably saved me from damaging something when I've jumped off of a motorcycle or bicycle, while supporting a PS event, forgetting that I was tethered by a cable joined with APP's.

73 de Dennis KD7CAC
Scottsdale, AZ

On Oct 9, 2014, at 10:35 AM, Fred Townsend <[hidden email]> wrote:

> There is good reason why power ratings are not stated. Ratings vary by frequency and particularly by VSWR. Using a tuner may improve the load seen by the rig but will also increase losses on the antenna side of the tuner. Skin effect means only the outer 1% of the conductor is passing current. I would think twice about running more than 100 watts at HF or 50 watts at VHF and above through a BNC connector, never mind the coax.
>
> 73, Fred, AE6QL
>
> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Walter Underwood <[hidden email]>
>> Sent: Oct 9, 2014 8:50 AM
>> To: "[hidden email]" <[hidden email]>
>> Subject: Re: [Elecraft] BNC connectors for RG-8X Coax
>>
>> BNC power handling is similar to UHF connectors. BNC connectors are rated for 500V, same as UHF connectors. Amphenol does not specify contact resistance for UHF connectors. The full BNC specs are here:
>>
>> http://www.amphenolrf.com/products/CatalogPages/BNC.pdf
>>
>> wunder
>> K6WRU
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>> http://observer.wunderwood.org/
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>> On Oct 9, 2014, at 8:34 AM, WILLIS COOKE via Elecraft <[hidden email]> wrote:
>>
>>> I don't think you will have trouble with legal power. I regularly run 1 KW through RG8X without problems. I did have some trouble running over about 400 watts with a Carolina Windom running RG8X but I don't know what was shorting, the coax or the chokes or balun. RG8X is the same outer diameter as RG-79 so the RG-79 BNC will fit. The impedance bump is so short that you will not notice it at 6 meters or below. If you are trying to run microwave, you might have trouble buy the pin and socket are the same for the RG-58 and RG-59 connectors. The insulation thickness is what makes RG-8X have a higher rating than RG-58.
>>>
>>> Willis 'Cookie' Cooke, TDXS DX Chairman
>>> K5EWJ & Trustee N5BPS, USS Cavalla, USS Stewart
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>>> On Thursday, October 9, 2014 8:01 AM, David Cole <[hidden email]> wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi,
>>> Looking at the tech spec sheet I don't see a power rating?