{"product_id":"shakespeare-pl-259-cp-g-gold-plated-marine-centerpin-connector-for-rg-8x-and-rg-58-au-coax","title":"Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G Gold Plated Marine Centerpin Connector for RG-8X and RG-58\/AU Coax","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shakespeare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e PL-259-CP-G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centerpin (PL-259 style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Coax:\u003c\/strong\u003e RG-8X and RG-58\/AU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solderless (no measuring, soldering, or stripping required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor\/Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 719441110840\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits RG-8X and RG-58\/AU coax cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat coax cable does the Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to solder this connector on?\u003c\/strong\u003e No soldering is required. The Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G is a solderless centerpin connector that installs with just wire cutters and pliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tools do I need to install the PL-259-CP-G?\u003c\/strong\u003e Only wire cutters and pliers are needed to install the PL-259-CP-G; no measuring, stripping, or soldering tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PL-259-CP-G corrosion resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the connector has a gold-plated finish, which helps it resist corrosion in a marine environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the PL-259-CP-G connector body made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e The PL-259-CP-G connector body is plastic, with a gold-plated centerpin and connector finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the PL-259-CP-G weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Shakespeare PL-259-CP-G weighs 0.1 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a standard PL-259 style connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the PL-259-CP-G is a PL-259 style centerpin connector, designed for coax terminations that use the PL-259 connector standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the PL-259-CP-G for a field repair on my boat's antenna cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the PL-259-CP-G connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e The PL-259-CP-G has a gold finish on the connector and centerpin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the PL-259-CP-G work with RG-58\/AU coax specifically?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, RG-58\/AU is one of the two coax types the PL-259-CP-G is designed to terminate, along with RG-8X.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes installing the PL-259-CP-G require cutting the coax to a specific length first?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shakespeare Antennas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49028256366811,"sku":"SHA-PL259CP-G","price":16.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SHA-PL259CP-G_lg__74672.1558117674.500.750.jpg?v=1785165559","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/shakespeare-pl-259-cp-g-gold-plated-marine-centerpin-connector-for-rg-8x-and-rg-58-au-coax","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}