Drop Connectors
UltraRange Compression Connectors
UltraEase Compression Connectors
Hex Crimp Connectors
Series 59 and 6 Installation
Series 11 Installation
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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ULTRARANGE® COMPRESSION CONNECTORS
UltraRange® 59 and 6 Compression
.19Ø [4.9]
Part 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
Purple
Series 59 Headend
4
Black
Series 6
60% to Quad
GF-UR-6-SR
4
Black
Series 6
60% to Quad
4
GF-UR-6-PL
.44Ø [11.1]
GF-UR-6
GF-UR-6
.32Ø [8.1]
3/8-32 THD
7/16 [11.1] HEX
1.24 [31.5]
GF-UR-6
GF-UR-6-K
"F" MALE
INTERFACE
Black
Series 6
60% to Quad
Orange
Series 6 Plenum
*
GILBERT 6
GF-UR-59-HEC
1.21 [30.8]
OUTDOOR
3/8–32 THD
7/16 HEX
(COUPLING NUT
UNDER SEAL RING)
.44Ø [11.1]
GF-UR-6-SR
GF-UR-6-SR
Patent No: 7018235, 7182639 and 5975951
* Fits cable models: CommScope 2275K, 2275V & 2275K; Belden 6339Q8 & 9116P
UltraRange® 11 Compression
OUTDOOR
Part Number
Outdoor
Color Code
Cable Type
Braid Coverage
GAF-UR-11-MH
4
Black
Series 11
60% to Quad
Orange
Series 11 Plenum
*
GAF-UR-11-RA
INTERFACE MEETS
ANSI/SCTE 02 1997
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
1.77 [44.9]
GAF-UR-11-MH
GILBERT 11
GAF-UR-11-PL
GILBERT 6
GAF-UR-11-RA
GAF-UR-11-MH
.57Ø [14.4]
* Fits cable models: CommScope 2285K & 2287K; Belden 1523AP & 7999AP
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 Headend
SR = Seal Ring
PL = Plenum
.44ø [11.1]
GA-BNC-UR-6
1.68 [42.7]
GA-BNC-UR-59-HEC
GILBERT 59 HEC
Part Number
GA-BNC-UR-6
GILBERT 6
UltraRange® 59 and 6 BNC Compression
Key
K = Knurled
1.68 [42.7]
75 OHM BNC
MALE INTERFACE
.44ø [11.1]
GA-BNC-UR-59-HEC
MH = Multi-Hex
Recommended Tools for UltraRange® Installation
Connector 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
Cable Preparation
1/4 [6.4 mm]
1/4 [6.4 mm]
1/4 [6.4 mm]
5/16 [7.9 mm]
(1) Series 59 & 6 Cables
(2) Series 11 Cables
1/4 [6.4 mm]
Figure (1)
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Figure (2)
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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® COMPRESSION CONNECTORS
UltraEase® 59 and 6 Compression
OUTDOOR
Part 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
GF-UE-6
Patent No: 6790081, 5975591, 6887102
Key
SR = Seal Ring
1.65 [41.9]
Part 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
Orange
Series Mini
.43ø [10.9]
GA-BNC-UE-M
GA-RCA-UE-6
PIN RECESSED
APPROX .430 [10.92]
1.22 [30.9]
GILBERT 6
PIN RECESSED
APPROX.
.100 [2.54]
.43Ø [10.9]
GA-RCA-UE-6
GA-RCA-UE-6
1.23 [31.2]
PIN RECESSED
APPROX.
.271 [6.9]
Quad
Patent No: 7153159, 7303435, 7153159
GILBERT M
GA-BNC-UE-MQ
GILBERT M
UltraEase® BNC, RCA & Pin Type F Compression
.43ø [10.9]
MINI
“F”F MINI
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
1/4 [6.4 mm]
1/4 [6.4 mm]
Cable Preparation
1/4 [6.4 mm]
5/16 [7.9 mm]
(1) Series 59 & 6 Cables
(2) Series 11 Cables
1/4 [6.4 mm]
1/4 [6.4 mm]
Figure (1)
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Figure (2)
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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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HEX CRIMP CONNECTORS
Series 56 and 6
OUTDOOR
Part Number
Cable Type
Crimp Size
GF-360-6
Series 6
.360 Hex
GF-360-6Q
Series 6 Quad
.360 Hex
Free Spinning
Sealed Nut
3/8-32 THD
7/16 [11.1 mm] Hex
Before Crimping
Crimp Ring
After Crimping
Crimp Ring
Inside diameter of crimp ring stays round after crimping to provide
a seal to the cable jacket
Cable Jacket
Cable Jacket
Recommended Tools
Connector Type
Prep. Tool
Crimp Tool (HEX Cavity)
Series 6 & 59
G-CPT-6590
G-CRT-USA-AL (.360)
CABLE PREP®
G-CRT-USA-AL
See tool section for additional tool information
1/4 [6.4 mm]
Cable Preparation
5/16 [7.9 mm]
Series 59 and 6 cables
1/4 [6.4 mm]
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.84
USA F Male
.33
Cable Type
Crimp Size
GF-59-AHS/USA
60% - Quad
.360 Hex
GF-6-AHS/USA
60% - Quad
.360 Hex
GILBERT
Part Number
.31ø
.43ø
3/8 – 32 THD
.15ø
7/16 HEX
Recommended Tools
Connector 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)
CABLE PREP
G-CRT-USA-AL
See page 9-6 for additional tool information
1/4 [6.4 mm]
5/16 [7.9 mm]
Cable Preparation
Series 59 and 6 cables
1/4 [6.4 mm]
.032 [.8 mm] Dia. Pin
3/8 - 32 THD
AHS Series 11 Crimp-On Pin
Part Number
Crimp Size
Braid Coverage
GF-11-AHS/460
.100 & .475 Hex
Up to 90%
1/2 [12.7mm] Hex
1/4 [6.4 mm]
1/8 [3.2 mm]
Cable Preparation
Series 11 Crimp-On Pin Connector
1/4 [6.4 mm]
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SERIES 59 AND 6 INSTALLATION
UltraRange® Connector Installation
1.21 [30.8]
.19Ø [4.9]
Cable Preparation
"F" MALE
INTERFACE
.44Ø [11.1]
.32Ø [8.1]
GF-UR-6
3/8-32 THD
1/4 [6.4 mm]
7/16 [11.1] HEX
Push connector onto cable
until dielectric is flush with
the support post face.
5/16 [7.9 mm]
1/4 [6.4 mm]
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.
UltraEase® Connector Installation
Post
Cable Dielectric
Dielectric is flush with
the Post Face
Push connector onto
cable until dielectric is
flush with the support
post face.
Connector Activation
UltraEase®
Insert connector/cable into the
compression tool. Compress the
connector until positive stop is
reached.
UltraRange®
360
USA
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.
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.
Outdoor Applications
• Push seal ring (G-SR-1/2-S) onto outdoor port
• Install connector finger tight
• Using a 7/16 wrench, tighten to system specifications
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SERIES 11 INSTALLATION
Conductor Trim Verification
GILBERT 11
Cable Preparation
Cable Insertion
5/16 [7.9 mm]
After Cable Installation
1/4 [6.4 mm]
1/4 [6.4 mm]
CENTER CONDUCTOR
TRIM GAUGE
1/4 [6.4 mm]
Push connector onto cable.
NOTE: The UltraRange® connector pin
moves outward as cable is inserted.
UltraRange®
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.
GILBERT 11
Outdoor Applications
GILBERT 11
GILBERT
• 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
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