Extend the life of your coaxial cables. How? Quite simply, by using a torque wrench. Available for N and SMA connectors. To achieve a secure connection of high-frequency cables, they must be
they must be securely connected to each other. The manufacturers specify for their connectors a torque with which they are tightened. It is intended to ensure a secure connection on the one hand and to protect against damage on the other. The N-Type is the oldest coaxial connector in widespread use today. It was developed in 1942 by Paul Neill at Bell Labs. At that time the knowledge about the requirement of such connectors was low and so it has system related shortcomings. This type shows very clearly the effect of not achieving a secure contact.