Name of the connector used for coax for internet, cable TV, TV antenna

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The discussion confirms that the common connector used for TV antennas is indeed the F-type connector. The user seeks to purchase a crimping tool and emphasizes the importance of accuracy to avoid mistakes. Recommendations for affordable stripper and crimper tools are provided, with a note that they should pass a 5lb pull test. Participants express that the question is valid and helpful for others who may have similar uncertainties. The thread remains active for its informative content, despite the user's request to delete it.
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This is embarrassing, All these yrs., I never use one for any design. I just want to make sure it is F type. I am talking just common tv antenna connector.

I need to buy the crimping tool and everything, I cannot afford to make mistake. I searched, it should be F-type, just want to confirm.

Thanks
 
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Thank you so much, Please delete this thread, this is too embarrassing. Now I can go buy the tool.
 
Cheapest version for low volume. $cad Stripper & crimper. Results should pass a 5lb pull test.
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yungman said:
Thank you so much, Please delete this thread, this is too embarrassing. Now I can go buy the tool.
Sorry, you know the rules. We don't delete threads that have useful replies. :smile:
 
You should not be embarrassed. It was a completely legitimate question. I did not know the answer, either. And the replies were useful to everybody else who did not know.
 
TonyStewart said:
Cheapest version for low volume. $cad Stripper & crimper. Results should pass a 5lb pull test.View attachment 325789
I bought this one:
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From Amazon.
 
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