HAM Radio Connectors & Cables

Yaesu FTX-1 Separation Cables

Yaesu FTX-1 Separation Cables allow you to move the FTX-1 Field control head up to ten feet away from the SPA-1 Amplifier. The SCU-66 series cables allow for extension of the HF, VHF, Power and Amplifier lines from the radio to the SPA-1 Amplifier. Available in two lengths: 5 and 10 feet, there is sure to be an extension cable to meet your needs.

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$139.99

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$149.99

DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield Coaxial Cable

DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield Coaxial Cable is our top-of-the-line, direct-bury RG-6. It has low RF signal loss and provides greater protection against electromagnetic interference. Available cut-to-length by-the-foot or in 1,000 ft. spools, this is the best ultra-high quality RG-6/U self-healing quad-shield cable solution. This cable may be terminated in the field with black EX6XL Type-F Universal Compression Connectors, also available from DX Engineering. DXE-RG-6UFQ cable is ideal for many receiving applications including active or passive HF Amateur Radio and SWL receive antenna arrays and systems, LW and MW magnetic loop antennas, Beverage antennas, over-the-air TV, AM and FM broadcast reception, CATV systems and video distribution and satellite radio installations such as Sirius/XM. In fact, the low-loss characteristic of our RG-6 cable is excellent for digital audio up through microwave frequencies of satellite radio systems! Our RG-6 flooded quad shield cable has gas-injected polyethylene foam dielectric for the lowest loss and maximum moisture resistance. With an 18 AWG copper-clad steel center conductor it is extremely strong and durable. Two foil shields plus two high-density aluminum braids provide ultimate four-layer RF shielding. The waterproof UV protected black jacket is made with a tough and flexible polyethylene (PE). This cable is infused with a flooding compound that provides a permanent barrier to moisture and is self-healing to minor cuts. The nominal impedance of DXE-RG-6UFQ cable is 75 ohms with a nominal Velocity Factor of 82% (VF = 0.82). The minimum bend radius is 2.500 in. Beware of cheaply made cable with unknown impedance and loss characteristics. If some other cable is substantially less expensive, that should tell you something, right? DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable is absolutely the best RG-6 quad-shield cable available and it is RoHS compliant! Check these super low attenuation figures! 5 MHz: 0.6 dB/100 ft. 30 MHz: 1.1 dB/100 ft. 55 MHz: 1.6 dB/100 ft. Losses at 1.8 MHz are virtually insignificant over several hundreds of feet of this coaxial cable. It can be used for low band receive antennas and arrays without the complications of using a preamp at the antenna. Are you installing or upgrading a Low Band receiving antenna or a CATV or satellite video distribution system that uses RG-6/U Quad cable? If so, then order the new benchmark in RG-6 cable: DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield Coax. Your efforts will be rewarded with the results that you expect, using the best cable from DX Engineering.

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$0.37

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$255.99

DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Standard Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable

DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Standard Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable is our regular RG-6U with a Type II PVC jacket, low loss and greater protection against electromagnetic interference. Available cut to length or in 1,000 ft. spools; this is a high-quality standard RG-6U quad-shield cable. This cable may be terminated in the field with black EX6XL Type-F Universal Compression Connectors, also available from DX Engineering. (Please Note: Also available is our waterproof direct-bury PE jacket RG-6 version: search 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield, DXE-RG6UFQ-CTL and DXE-RG6UFQ-1000.) DXE-RG-6UQ cable is ideal for many applications, such as active or passive HF Amateur Radio and SWL receive antenna arrays and systems, LW and MW magnetic loop antennas, Beverage antennas, over-the-air TV, AM and FM broadcast reception, CATV systems and video distribution as well as satellite radio installations like Sirius/XM. In fact, the low-loss characteristic of our RG-6 cable is excellent for digital audio up to the microwave frequencies that Satellite Radio systems employ! Our RG-6 quad shield cable has gas-injected polyethylene foam dielectric for the lowest loss and maximum moisture resistance. With an 18 AWG copper-clad steel center conductor it is extremely strong and durable. Two foil shields plus two high-density aluminum braids provide ultimate four-layer RF shielding and the UV protected black jacket is made with a tough, but very flexible, PVC. The nominal impedance of DXE-RG-6UQ cable is 75 ohms, and it has a nominal Velocity Factor of 82%. The minimum bend radius of this cable is 2.50 in. Beware of cheaply made cable with unknown impedance and loss characteristics. If some other cable is substantially less expensive, that should tell you something, right? Please Note: Also available is our direct-bury PE jacket RG-6 version: search 75-ohm Flooded Quad Shield, DXE-RG6UFQ and DXE-RG6UFQ-1000. This DX Engineering RG-6UQ 75-ohm Standard Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable is a Type-II PVC jacket RG-6 quad-shield cable that is RoHS compliant. Check out these low attenuation figures: 5 MHz: 0.6 dB/100 ft. 30 MHz: 1.1 dB/100 ft. 55 MHz: 1.6 dB/100 ft. Losses at 1.8 MHz are virtually insignificant over several hundreds of feet of this coaxial cable. It can be used for low band receive antennas and arrays without the complications of using a preamp at the antenna. Are you installing or upgrading a Low Band receiving antenna or a CATV or satellite video distribution system that uses RG-6/U Quad cable? Order DX Engineering RG-6U 75-ohm Standard Quad-Shield Coaxial Cable.

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$0.39

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$219.99

West Mountain Radio PWRnode Temporary Power Nodes

West Mountain Radio PWRnode 4 Pole Temporary Power Nodes are perfect for Field Day, your "go bag," temporary installations, or when you just need more outlets. Utilizing 4 pairs of paralleled Powerpole® connectors and rated for a total current of 40A at 12VDC, these power nodes are just the ticket when you need more 12V power points. Purchase your PWRnode 4-Pole Temporary Power Nodes from DX Engineering today!

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$19.95

DX Engineering Transceiver Amplifier Keying Cables

DX Engineering Transceiver Amplifier Keying Cables connect the "ground on transmit" or contact closure provided by the radio that is required to make an HF amplifier switch from "receive mode" to "transmit and amplify mode" when using PTT (push-to-talk), VOX or break-in CW keying. DX Engineering Transceiver Amplifier Keying Cables are made for specific transceiver models that have special DIN or mini-DIN connector accessory ports which provide the transceiver's only connections for linear amplifier keying. One type of amplifier keying cable has one RCA phono plug for the amplifier relay jack, which is all that is needed. When the transceiver PTT (push-to-talk) is keyed, the RCA plug center pin is connected to the shield (and chassis ground in most cases) to key the amp relay or its solid state keying circuit. Instead of a direct connection to the amp relay, the RCA plug may be connected to the keying input of an accessory device (DXE-KEYLINE-3, DXE-RTR-2 or DXE-NCC-2), amplifier keying interface (DXE-SV-KR or legacy Ameritron ARB-704 or KD9SV Products SV-KR) or other amp keying line interrupt device, such as a meter or an array controller. Each has a keying input and a keying output for the amplifier relay or another accessory. Another type of amplifier keying cable has two RCA phono plugs, one RED plug for the amplifier relay jack and one WHITE plug for ALC (Automatic Level Control) voltage from the amplifier. The legacy ALC connection does not need to be used with present era solid state transceivers and most modern amplifiers. ALC was required for use on transmitters with tube finals. Some modern amplifiers do not have an ALC output connector. If the amplifier does not have ALC it is okay to leave the WHITE plug disconnected. Order your DX Engineering Transceiver Amplifier Keying Cables to connect to your transceiver accessory port for keying amplifiers, sequencers, receive-transmit interfaces, buffer relays, and other accessories. NOTE: To enable the function of this keying cable, some late model Kenwood transceivers require menu activation of the amplifier keying circuit.

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$37.99

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$59.99

Heil Sound Headset Adapter Cables

Heil Sound Headset Adapter Cables are used to interface your Heil headset to your favorite transceiver. Heil AD-1 series headset radio cables are required for Heil boom microphone headset models including PROSET Elite, PROSET, the original and reintroduced PRO-MICRO series, the lightweight, yellow BM-17 series and BM-10 series headsets, and the legacy PROSET PLUS. These cables support all of the Heil Sound Headsets that feature a 3.5 mm (1/8 in. miniature phone) mono connector for the microphone audio. Each has a female 1/4 in. mono dongle connector on a short wire for PTT keying foot switch or hand switch connection. NOTE: These Heil Headset Adapter Cable assemblies handle mic audio and keying, NOT the headphone audio. The stereo male plug on your headset cable connects directly to your transceiver headphone jack, not to the AD-1 series adapter cable. Headsets typically include stereo 1/8 in. (3.5mm) to 1/4 in. (6.35mm) headphone audio adapters. All Heil Headset Adapter Cables use commercial-grade microphone connectors with dual-exit cable clamps that are much heavier than the normal CB-type connectors that the industry had been forced to use for decades. If you have several brands of transceivers, individual adapter cables may be connected to each radio, so you may quickly and easily move your Heil boom microphone headset from one transceiver to another, without having to remove any connectors from the transceivers. All Heil audio cables are wired through to support VOX operation. Heil Sound Headset Adapter Cables are available in 4-pin and 8-pin round connectors, and 6-pin and 8-pin modular-style connectors. HSTA series Headset Adapter Cables were specially designed for the legacy Heil TRAVELER Headsets that were discontinued and are no longer available. Some of the presently available adapter cables feature an extra wire and connector to go to the transceiver external speaker connector, for those radios where receive audio is not provided on the microphone connector. On transceivers that support them, the special UP-DOWN buttons on the TRAVELER Headset cables are connected with these cables.

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$30.00

Heil Sound Microphone Adapter Cables

Superior-quality Heil Sound Microphone Adapter Cables, CC-1 series, are used to connect your Heil microphone to your favorite transceiver. There are two types of cables available for the two types of Heil microphones, 4-pin XLR and 3-pin XLR. Both adapter cable types feature the PTT mono 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack at the transceiver mic connector for a foot switch or hand switch. Heil Sound Microphone Adapter Cables are available with round 8-pin, round 4-pin and 8-pin modular-style connectors for most transceivers. Most Heil Microphone adapter cables feature the special 4-pin XLR connector to serve the Heil microphones that have a built-in PTT switch. They work with the Classic, Goldline, GM, HM-12 Genesis, Handi-Mic, HM-10XD and HM-10 microphones. Use of an external foot or hand switch is optional. Conversely, the cables with the letters "XLR" in the part number have the audio industry standard 3-pin XLR microphone connector. These cables are required for the "PR" PRO Series microphones such as the PR-20, PR-28, PR-40, PR-781 and several others. Since these mics have no PTT switch, they require the use of an outboard hand or foot switch connected to the adapter cable PTT jack. Features and benefits of Heil Microphone Adapter Cables compared to others: * 100 percent silver-braid shield... keeps noise OUT * PTT control lines are OUTSIDE the shield... eliminates stray coupling * Made using commercial-audio grade 'Heilwire'... strong and supple * 18-gauge wire; not 22 or 24 like others... lower cable resistance * Commercial-grade microphone connectors (patent pending)... lasting durability * Heil dual-exit cable clamps are heavier than normal connectors... robust reliability * Outstanding engineering... lowest-noise transmit audio The XLR connector's quick-disconnect feature lets you easily move your Heil microphone from transceiver cable to transceiver cable, at the microphone end, without having to rewire a boom or remove any connectors from the transceivers. Additionally, all Heil audio cables are wired through to support VOX operation. Don't attach a high-quality microphone to cheap cable! Order your Heil Sound Microphone Adapter Cables from DX Engineering and transmit the best audio possible!

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$40.00

DX Engineering Transceiver to Amplifier Interface Cables

DX Engineering Transceiver to Amplifier Interface Cables support automatic band changing using band data, TTL or serial data, and are used to connect specific amplifier models to many modern transceivers. These cables have specially wired connectors to provide transceiver frequency information or general band data to the amplifier for automatic band changing. Most do not have a PTT amplifier keying line. Cables must be selected by amplifier model and transceiver brand and model: DXE-OMAUTO-RS232 connects OM Power Automatic Tuning Amplifiers to transceivers with RS-232C CAT or COM ports, including Yaesu, TenTec, Elecraft and Kenwood (FlexRadio requires additional serial USB adapter). DXE-2000 series cables are only for the Acom 2000A models DXE-ACOMSS series cables are only for Acom Solid State 2020S, 1200S, 700S, 500S and legacy 600S (replacing original DXE-600 series cables). DXE-ACOMSS-101, DXE-ACOMSS-YSU10 and DXE-ACOMSS-YSU8 cables carry PTT keying as well as Band Data, but they do not support Acom 04AT, 06AT or 20AT Tuner automatic operations, which require DXE-ACOMSS-YSU. Most interface cables carry only CI-V, CAT or COM frequency data, but not transceiver PTT to amplifier keying signal (ground on transmit). Automatic band-changing amplifiers that are interfaced with frequency data cables require a separate keying line. These have either a special connector to a male RCA, or are a standard male RCA phono patch cable, to handle PTT keying from the transceiver.

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$19.99

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$55.99

RT Systems Radio Interface and Programming Cables

RT Systems Radio Interface and Programming Cables are assembled in the USA from quality parts to provide improved durability. To provide quality control, each cable is individually tested from radio to computer during manufacture. These cables are designed to address the specific computer/radio connection of each particular radio. Various cables are compatible with handhelds, mobiles, and HF rigs and receivers manufactured by Alinco, Wouxon, ICOM, Yaesu, Kenwood, Ten-Tec, and more. Many cables are only for programming. Other cables are only for control. Some cables do both! Most are USB, so when you need to connect your radio to your computer or laptop, these RT Systems Radio Interface and Programming Cables will let you get hooked up fast!

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$11.99

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$29.99

Digirig Digital Mode Transceiver Interface Cables

Digirig Digital Mode Transceiver Interface Cables offer an assortment of transceiver-specific cable sets, making it easy to connect your Digirig Mobile to a wide range of radios. Whether you're replacing a lost cable, building your own custom kit, or outfitting multiple transceivers, these high-quality cables provide the flexibility and reliability you need. Each Digirig cable is crafted with premium materials. Each transceiver cable set feature a coiled design that keeps your shack organized by preventing knots and kinks—with the exception of the FT-891 cable set. With a relaxed length of approximately 24 inches and the ability to stretch up to 72 inches, they offer both compactness and reach when needed. Shielded and equipped with ferrite beads on both ends to minimize RFI.

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$34.45

INRAD Microphone Adapter Cables

INRAD Microphone Adapter Cables adapt the INRAD microphone cable (which is XLR to 1/8 in. mono) to match the connector on your radio. The mic cable is plugged into the 1/8 in. female mono jack on the adapter cable. The mic connector on the adapter cable then plugs into the microphone jack on your transceiver. The 1/4 in. female jack on the adapter cable is for connecting a Push-To-Talk (PTT) footswitch or hand switch. Even without a PTT footswitch or hand switch, your radio can still be used in VOX mode. Make connection to your rig easy! Order INRAD Microphone Adapter Cables from DX Engineering.

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$16.95

INRAD PTT Desk Stand Transceiver Adapter Cables

INRAD PTT Desk Stand Transceiver Adapter Cables are microphone cables for the INRAD DMS-1 PTT. Each has transceiver specific connectors, 8-pin round or 8-pin modular at one and and the 4-pin XLR for the DMS-1 PTT Base. They carry audio and PTT (push-to-talk) from the DMS-1 to the transceiver. INR-DM-I -- Adapter Cable for INRAD DMS-1, 4-pin XLR to Icom 8-pin round Mic Input INR-DM-K -- Adapter Cable for INRAD DMS-1, 4-pin XLR to Kenwood 8-pin round Mic Input INR-DM-Y -- Adapter Cable for INRAD DMS-1, 4-pin XLR to Yaesu 8-pin round Mic Input INR-DM-YM -- Adapter Cable for INRAD DMS-1, 4-pin XLR to Yaesu 8-pin modular Mic Input INR-DM-F -- Adapter Cable for INRAD DMS-1, 4-pin XLR to FlexRadio 6400/6600 3.5mm Mic Input and RCA male to PTT Note: These cable assemblies cannot be used directly with INRAD microphones; they only work with the INRAD DMS-1 PTT Desk Stand.

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$16.95

Hamplus Band Data Interface Cables

Hamplus Band Data Interface Cables provide band switching data from specific transceivers to their compatible Hamplus Smart Antenna Control Consoles and Smart Desktop Antenna Switches. The first letter of each cable part number indicates the transceiver brand: * E - Elecraft * F- FlexRadio * I - Icom * K - Kenwood * Y - Yaesu The cable part number numeral indicates the compatible Hamplus Smart Console types: * Series 6 cables with -6 and -61 in the part number are for AS-603 and AS-61 Series--6 Antenna 3 Radio Hamplus Controllers that have a 6-pin mini-DIN RADIO port. * Series 12 cables with -12 in the part number are for MBD-12, MBD-8G, MBD-62 Hamplus Controllers that have a rear panel DB9F RADIO port. These are used for combination systems including AS-602C, AS-601U and AS-801C. * Series 8 cables with -8 in the part number are for the discontinued MBD-8F and MBD-8E Hamplus Controllers that have DB25F RADIO port. * Cables with BCD in the part number have a special BCD band data to serial converter. These cables deliver a programed band frequency data string to the Hamplus device which it reads in the Icom CI-V protocol at 19200 baud. Many BCD cables also have radio port extension connectors that facilitate simultaneous connection to a PC or other peripherals.

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$51.99

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$55.99

EA4TX Interlock Device Interface Cables

EA4TX Interlock Device Interface Cables are optional cables for connecting Yaesu and Elecraft transceivers. They are 119 in. in length. The EA4TX Interlock supports five radios (R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5) and it can be configured as M/S or M/2 so the unit will monitor that only one (M/S) or two (M/2) signals are on air. In case of an inadvertent rules violation, the interlock unit activates an inhibit signal that will be used by the connected radio to STOP the errant transmission. Yaesu and Elecraft K3 are radios that are built to accept this inhibit signal, so interface with the interlock is simple with these cables.

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$38.99

DX Engineering Transceiver Interface Unterminated Cables

DX Engineering Transceiver Interface Unterminated Cables have a specific connector that matches several transceivers' rear panel interface, such as a mini-DIN connector. These cables have color coded bare leads at the opposite end for the user to terminate with the appropriate connector of their choosing, for the keying and/or band data application that fits their needs.

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$25.99