Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G Gold Plated Marine Centerpin Connector for RG-8X and RG-58/AU Coax

The Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G Gold Plated Marine Centerpin Connector is a solderless PL-259-style connector designed for fast, reliable termination of marine antenna coax. It installs in seconds using only wire cutters and pliers, with no measuring, no soldering, and no stripping required, making it a practical choice for boat owners and installers who need a clean connector job without a soldering iron on hand. The connector is built for RG-8X and RG-58/AU coax cable, the two coax types most commonly run on recreational and small commercial boats for VHF and other marine antenna installations.

The centerpin and connector body carry a gold-plated finish, which helps the connector resist the corrosive effects of a marine environment and supports a low-loss electrical connection at the point where the antenna cable terminates. Because it is a solderless design, it is well suited to field repairs, antenna cable replacements, and new installations where a dependable, corrosion-resistant termination is needed without specialized tools or soldering skill.

Specifications

• Brand: Shakespeare
• Manufacturer Part Number: PL-259-CP-G
• Connector Type: Centerpin (PL-259 style)
• Compatible Coax: RG-8X and RG-58/AU
• Installation: Solderless (no measuring, soldering, or stripping required)
• Material: Plastic
• Color/Finish: Gold
• Weight: 0.1 pounds
• UPC: 719441110840

Fitment

Fits RG-8X and RG-58/AU coax cable.

Frequently Asked Questions

What coax cable does the Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G fit? The PL-259-CP-G is made for RG-8X and RG-58/AU coax cable, the two types most commonly used in marine antenna installations.

Do I need to solder this connector on? No soldering is required. The Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G is a solderless centerpin connector that installs with just wire cutters and pliers.

What tools do I need to install the PL-259-CP-G? Only wire cutters and pliers are needed to install the PL-259-CP-G; no measuring, stripping, or soldering tools are required.

Is the PL-259-CP-G corrosion resistant? Yes, the connector has a gold-plated finish, which helps it resist corrosion in a marine environment.

What material is the PL-259-CP-G connector body made from? The PL-259-CP-G connector body is plastic, with a gold-plated centerpin and connector finish.

How much does the PL-259-CP-G weigh? The Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G weighs 0.1 pounds.

Is this a standard PL-259 style connector? Yes, the PL-259-CP-G is a PL-259 style centerpin connector, designed for coax terminations that use the PL-259 connector standard.

Can I use the PL-259-CP-G for a field repair on my boat's antenna cable? Yes, because it installs without soldering, the PL-259-CP-G is well suited to on-boat field repairs or replacing a damaged connector without specialized equipment.

What color is the PL-259-CP-G connector? The PL-259-CP-G has a gold finish on the connector and centerpin.

Will the PL-259-CP-G work with RG-58/AU coax specifically? Yes, RG-58/AU is one of the two coax types the PL-259-CP-G is designed to terminate, along with RG-8X.

Does installing the PL-259-CP-G require cutting the coax to a specific length first? No measuring is required as part of installing the PL-259-CP-G; it is designed to be installed directly using only wire cutters and pliers.