RidgeLoc 360 Universal F-Connector: Specifications and Details

The High Performance F-Connector For All CATV and Broadband Installations PV6UE-05


Ridgeloc 360 Universal - Details and Specifications

Overview of Features:
  • Designed for CATV, DBS, DSS and broadband installations. Compatible with all application frequencies.
  • Engineered from precision machined copper alloy, UV protected POM, PVC and rubber (”O” ring).
  • Mil spec bright nickle plating on all metal parts.
  • The ANYTOOL™ design works with ANY standard compression tool.
  • End Bell cannot back up. Locks coax cable securely and positively in place.
  • Maximum performance with full attention to all internal design components reduces your cost.
  • Available with customized imprinted silicone rubber OEM bands (special order).
PV6U-E Application

This universal connector fits any standard quad-shield, trishield or dual shield RG-6 75 Ohm coax cable.

Cable Preparation

The coax should have a 1/4” exposed braid and 1/4” exposed center conductor.

Compression Tool ‘Specifications’

Any compression tool with a “closed” gap close to 21mm will work. This includes all full capture dies as well as open top designs. Tool wear is not a factor as long as the closed gap approaches 21 mm ±.

Electrical and General Specifications:

Bandwidth - 2 Mhz to 3 Ghz
Impedance - 75 Ohms nominal
Shielding Effectiveness - better than -90dB

Tested and Certified to standards below-
  • Passed: SCTE - 103-2004 (DC contact resistance)
  • Passed: ANSI/SCTE 60-2004 (Moisture Migration test)
  • Passed: ASTM-B117-03 (Salt Spray test)
  • Passed: ANSI/SCTE-99-2004 (Axial Pull test)
  • Passed: SCTE-98-2004 (Tightening Torque)
  • Passed: SCTE-73-2002 (Coaxial Insertion Force)
  • Passed: SCTE-48-3-2004 (Shielding Effectiveness)
  • Passed: ANSI/SCTE-04-1997 (F Connector Return Loss)
  • Passed: SBCA standards of Physical Dimension Tolerance
  • Passed: GR-1503-core, Issue 1, March 1995 UV Degradation

This is our ‘Universal’ fit RIDGELOC 360. Like all previous models it’s textured sleeve cylinder and the end bell capture rings prevent backing up regardless of where the end bell is located on the sleeve after compression. The coax is POSITIVELY captured by the end bell every time. Use ANY Standard compression tool with a compression length approximately 21 millimeters ± and the RIDGELOC 360 always installs correctly for maximum quality and performance. The RIDGELOC 360 is suitable for indoor applications and is tested to SCTE standards and weatherproof for hostile outdoor environments. Other features include an extremely rugged machined body.


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