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Review on XFasten Self-Fusing Silicone Tape Pro: 30Mils Weatherproof Seal For Outdoor Coax, Electrical Cables & Pipe Leaks | 1.5In X 15Ft Black by Greg Usry

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Wrapped tightly and securely on my HAM radio coax connection, consider adding electrical tape

I am a licensed HAM radio operator. I build a lot of my own equipment including antennas and feed lines. An antenna feed line's biggest enemy is water. If it gets into a connection, it will seriously degrade the signal. That's why I got this tape.Silicone tape is perfect for providing a tight, waterproof wrap around coax connections. I tested a sample and it wrapped tightly and securely, as it should. (See photo)For outside coax applications, its best to cover the silicon tape wrap with a good electrical tape to fend off UV ray deterioration. Using the two wraps with the electrical tape on the outside, you have a good waterproof, UV proof connection that should stand up well to the elements for a long time.I couldn't find anything I don't like about this silicone tape. For coax applications, I highly recommend it.

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Pros
  • IDEAL FOR QUICK EMERGENCY REPAIRS. Our Self-Fusing Silicone Tape PRO is made from 100% Silicone that wraps around itself without the need of any adhesive, providing instant airtight and waterproof sealing to leaky hoses, pipes, electrical wiring, outdoor coax, wiring harnesses, and other fittings and connections. This stretch and seal tape is a must-have for plumbing, leak repair, and car or boat repair kits.
Cons
  • The tape may be difficult to apply or position properly, especially in tight or hard-to-reach spaces