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Use Self-Amalgamating tape

Sealing connections

It's important to seal the LNB connection against moisture. Begin by cutting a piece of self-amalgamating tape. 150mm is usually enough but, for a beginner, take 180mm. Peel the plastic backing off the rubber tape.

Hold the end of the tape against the cable, away from the "F" connector with one hand and stretch the tape with the other hand. The idea is to stretch it to twice its normal length as you turn it around the cable towards the LNB.

Continue to stretch and turn it until the "F" connector AND the exposed LNB connector thread is covered. Maintain that stretching tension all the time.

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Stretch and turn the tape back down the cable so it bonds to itself. Cut off any excess tape.

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Other uses for S-A tape

Apply the tape to bicycle handlebars to give an amazingly soft non-slip grip. If the tape is a little sticky to begin with, apply talcum powder. Build up the layers to give you the exact grip that you need.

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Apply the tape to walking sticks, umbrellas and anything else where you need a soft non-slip grip. It will never slip off (but you can remove it with a sharp knife).

If the tape is a little sticky to begin with, apply talcum powder. Build up the layers to give you the exact grip that you need.

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If you have any other uses, please let us know!

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