Drop ConnectorsUltraRange Compression Connectors

UltraEase Compression Connectors

Hex Crimp Connectors

Series 59 and 6 Installation

Series 11 Installation

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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

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1.24 [31.5]

3/8–32 THD7/16 HEX

(COUPLING NUTUNDER SEAL RING)

GF-UR-6-SR.44Ø [11.1]

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ULTRARANGE® COMPRESSION CONNECTORS

UltraRange® 59 and 6 CompressionPart Number Outdoor Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage

GF-UR-59 4 Green Series 59 60% to Quad

GF-UR-59-SR 4 Green Series 59 60% to Quad

GF-UR-59-K 4 Green Series 59 60% to Quad

GF-UR-59-HEC Purple Series 59 Headend

GF-UR-6 4 Black Series 6 60% to Quad

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 *

Patent No: 7018235, 7182639 and 5975951

* Fits cable models: CommScope 2275K, 2275V & 2275K; Belden 6339Q8 & 9116P

UltraRange® 11 CompressionPart Number Outdoor Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage

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

GAF-UR-11-RA 4 Black Series 11 60% to Quad

GAF-UR-11-RA-SR 4 Black Series 11 60% to Quad

* Fits cable models: CommScope 2285K & 2287K; Belden 1523AP & 7999AP

UltraRange® 59 and 6 BNC CompressionPart Number Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage

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 HeadendGA-BNC-UR-59-HEC

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HEC

1.68 [42.7]

.44ø [11.1]

1.21 [30.8]

GF-UR-6

7/16 [11.1] HEX

.32Ø [8.1]

.44Ø [11.1]

.19Ø [4.9]

3/8-32 THD

"F" MALEINTERFACE

GA-BNC-UR-6.44ø [11.1]

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1.68 [42.7]75 OHM BNC

MALE INTERFACE

INTERFACE MEETSANSI/SCTE 02 1997

GAF-UR-11-MH

1.77 [44.9]

.57Ø [14.4]

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KeyK = Knurled SR = Seal Ring PL = Plenum MH = Multi-Hex

Cable Preparation(1) Series 59 & 6 Cables

(2) Series 11 Cables

1/4 [6.4 mm]

5/16 [7.9 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Figure (1)

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Figure (2)

Recommended Tools for UltraRange® InstallationConnector 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

GF-UR-6

GF-UR-6-SR

GAF-UR-11-RA

GAF-UR-11-MH

GA-BNC-UR-6

GA-BNC-UR-59-HEC

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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

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UltraEase® BNC, RCA & Pin Type F CompressionPart Number Color Code Cable Type Braid Coverage

GAF-UE-M Red Series Mini 60% to Tri Shield

GAF-UE-MQ Orange Series Mini Quad

GA-RCA-UE-59 Black Series 59 60% to Tri Shield

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

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

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

GA-RCA-UE-6

1.22 [30.9]

PIN RECESSEDAPPROX.

.100 [2.54].43Ø [10.9]

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“F” MINI

1.23 [31.2]

.43ø [10.9]

PIN RECESSEDAPPROX.

.271 [6.9]

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GA-RCA-UE-6

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PIN RECESSEDAPPROX .430 [10.92]

1.65 [41.9]

.43ø [10.9]

UltraEase® 59 and 6 CompressionPart 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 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

ULTRAEASE® COMPRESSION CONNECTORS

Cable Preparation(1) Series 59 & 6 Cables

(2) Series 11 Cables

1/4 [6.4 mm]

5/16 [7.9 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Figure (1)

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Figure (2)

KeySR = Seal Ring

GF-UE-6

GA-BNC-UE-M

GA-RCA-UE-6

F MINI

GF-UE-6

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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

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Cable PreparationSeries 59 and 6 cables

1/4 [6.4 mm]

5/16 [7.9 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Recommended ToolsConnector 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

Crimp Ring

Cable Jacket

Before Crimping

Cable Jacket

Crimp Ring

After Crimping

Inside diameter of crimp ring stays round after crimping to provide a seal to the cable jacket

Free Spinning�Sealed Nut

7/16 [11.1 mm] Hex

3/8-32 THDSeries 56 and 6Part Number Cable Type Crimp Size

GF-360-6 Series 6 .360 Hex

GF-360-6Q Series 6 Quad .360 Hex

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HEX CRIMP CONNECTORS

CABLE PREP®G-CRT-USA-AL

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1/4 [6.4 mm]

5/16 [7.9 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

.84

.33

.31ø

.15ø

7/16 HEX

3/8 – 32 THD

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USA F MalePart Number Cable Type Crimp Size

GF-59-AHS/USA 60% - Quad .360 Hex

GF-6-AHS/USA 60% - Quad .360 Hex

Recommended ToolsConnector 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)

See page 9-6 for additional tool information

1/2 [12.7mm] Hex

.032 [.8 mm] Dia. Pin 3/8 - 32 THD

AHS Series 11 Crimp-On PinPart Number Crimp Size Braid Coverage

GF-11-AHS/460 .100 & .475 Hex Up to 90%

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/8 [3.2 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Cable PreparationSeries 11 Crimp-On Pin Connector

CABLE PREPG-CRT-USA-AL

Cable PreparationSeries 59 and 6 cables

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Cable Preparation

UltraEase® Connector Installation

UltraRange® Connector Installation

Outdoor Applications

Connector Activation

UltraEase®

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.

1/4 [6.4 mm]

5/16 [7.9 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

Push connector onto cable until dielectric is flush with the support post face.

Push connector onto cable until dielectric is flush with the support post face.

1.21 [30.8]

GF-UR-6

7/16 [11.1] HEX

.32Ø [8.1]

.44Ø [11.1]

.19Ø [4.9]

3/8-32 THD

"F" MALEINTERFACE

Insert connector/cable into the compression tool. Compress the connector until positive stop is reached.

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.

360

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.

USA

Dielectric is flush withthe Post Face

Cable Dielectric

Post

Insert connector/cable into the compression tool. Compress the connector until positive stop is reached.

UltraRange®

• Push seal ring (G-SR-1/2-S) onto outdoor port• Install connector finger tight• Using a 7/16 wrench, tighten to system specifications

SERIES 59 AND 6 INSTALLATION

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5/16 [7.9 mm]After Cable Installation

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

1/4 [6.4 mm]

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.

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Outdoor Applications

CENTER CONDUCTORTRIM GAUGE

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Push connector onto cable.

NOTE: The UltraRange® connector pin moves outward as cable is inserted.

UltraRange®

SERIES 11 INSTALLATION

Cable Preparation Conductor Trim Verification Cable Insertion

• 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