SHAKESPEARE PL-259 Connector, RG8X and RG58 / crimp and solder-free

SVB item number: 80231
/
SHAKESPEARE Centerpin PL connector for RG8X and RG58U coax cables. The revolutionary design of this gold-plated PL connector allows for easy and fast assembly, without any special tools. No more annoying and time-consuming measuring, stripping, soldering or crimping! Product details
Recommended retail price: €20.48
only  €16.95
-17%
You save: €3.53
70 | in stock
pcs.
Having issues?
If you are not redirected to PayPal, it could be due to your browser settings. Please check and if necessary deactivate the setting "Hide IP address" in the settings -> Safari -> Hide IP address. Please also check your browser for updates.
MyBoat
Are you already using this item?
Add to my boat now.

Product data

  • SVB item number 80231
  • EAN 719441110840
  • Description PL-259 Connector, RG8X and RG58 / crimp and solder-free
  • Network components Plug
  • Connector PL Connector
  • For cable RG58/U, RG8X
  • Wire fixing Screw connection
  • Application Radio set, AIS, VHF antennas
  • Shape Straight
  • Surface finish gold
  • Accessories for Antennas, Radio equipment, AIS Transceivers

SVB recommends

Image of Antenna Coaxial Cable RG 58U
Antenna Coaxial Cable RG 58U

Accessories

Image of N Male to PL Female Adapter (SO239)
N Male to PL Female Adapter (SO239)
Image of HF-Adapter UHF-Socket / SMA-Plug
HF-Adapter UHF-Socket / SMA-Plug
Image of PL Connector for Lower Deck
PL Connector for Lower Deck
Image of PL-Angle Connector
PL-Angle Connector
Image of Through-Deck Fitting for RG58U Antenna Cable
-17%
GLOMEX Through-Deck Fitting for RG58U Antenna Cable
only €34.95
Image of Through-Deck Fitting for RG213 Antenna Cable
-17%
Through-Deck Fitting for RG213 Antenna Cable
only €37.95
Image of RG8X Antenna Cable
-21%
GLOMEX RG8X Antenna Cable
from €13.95
Image of FME-SO239 Adapter for RG8X Antenna Cable
-15%
GLOMEX FME-SO239 Adapter for RG8X Antenna Cable
only €13.95

Product details

SHAKESPEARE Centerpin PL connector for RG8X and RG58 coax cables. The revolutionary design of this gold-plated PL connector allows for easy and fast assembly, without any special tools. No more annoying and time-consuming measuring, stripping, soldering or crimping!

Our tip: Apply a little acid-free grease to the threads of the knurled screw (cover ring) * and coupling screw (coupling ring) *. This prevents the penetration of moisture / water even at these parts of the plug-in connection. It prevents corrosion and makes loosening the screw connection at a deck separation point child's play, for example when laying masts.
* (See also documents / manual)

Summary
  • Fits RG8X (6 mm outer diameter), RG58 (5 mm outer diameter) and SHAKESPEARE Lo-Max coaxial cable.
  • Quick and easy assembly without special tools (no crimping pliers, no soldering iron).
  • High-quality gold-plated quality, thus ideal HF conductivity, no corrosion.
  • Cable entry through integrated O-ring waterproof.

Delivery
  • Plug with screw connection
  • Plastic adapter sleeve (5/6 mm inner / outer Ø)
  • O-ring (4/7 mm inner / outer Ø)
  • Knurled screw

Assembly Instructions
  1. Slide the knurled screw (cover ring) onto the cable (the female thread must point towards the end of the cable).
  2. Slide the O-ring onto the cable.
  3. IMPORTANT: The cable end must not be slanted, damaged, or dirty.
  4. For RG 58 cables, plug the plastic adapter sleeve (nylon adapter) onto the cable.
  5. Installation is easy when you plug the PL connector into a SO 239 socket (for example, on the antenna, radio, or a deck disconnect) and secure with the coupling screw (Coupling ring).
  6. Insert the RG8X cable without plastic adapter sleeve, RG 58 cable with plastic adapter sleeve as far as possible into the cable entry of the connector.
  7. The middle pin in the plug has to screw into the core of the coax cable!
  8. Proceed with all 3 claw pairs.
  9. Slide the O-ring on to the pressed claws.
  10. Slide the knurled screw connection over the cable entry and tighten firmly.
  11. Done!

Tips
  1. You will also find a coaxial connector for RG58 and RG8X with the same technology.
  2. Parts of this article are not available as spare parts.

Documents

en-flag Manual
PDF (66,87 KB)
multi-flag Manual
PDF (465,14 KB)

Product safety

What other SVB customers have to say

100% real reviews

10 customer reviews

4.7 (out of 10 ratings)
3 Stars
(0)
2 Stars
(0)
1 Stars
(0)
100% recommend SVB
Absolutely easy assembly
The plug can be installed within 5 minutes.
Ove O.
by Ove O. Flag of Germany 4/12/2025 Verified purchase in use on a Marieholm - IF Boot
Great things
I highly recommend the PL connectors. No tedious soldering, no problem if there's no power nearby, everything installs in seconds—and the signal transmission is excellent, too.
Thomas F.
by Thomas F. Flag of Germany 7/24/2024 Verified purchase
Super easy
Works as described, very easy to use.
Tip: always measure the cable diameter first and then order
Gabriel V.
by Gabriel V. Flag of France 8/7/2018 Verified purchase
The product conforms to my expectations
Jan D.
by Jan D. Flag of Germany 6/7/2018 Verified purchase
Installed quickly and easily, good reception immediately. Best so far.

Rate product

How would you rate this product?
Disappointed
Completely fails to meet my expectations
Poor
Only some expectations are met
OK
Meets my basic expectations
Good
Slightly better than my general expectations
Excellent
Fully exceeds my expectations
Click on the stars to rate

Customers ask customers

Question about delivery contents
Steen A. | Jul 15, 2019 Flag of English
User image of Steen  A.

good morning please confirm delivery time to Denmark, if the ordered materials are within your stock thank on advance

Answer
W P. | Jul 15, 2019
User image of W P.

Experience shows that delivery will take 2-3 days.

E-mail Newsletter

Product news, offers & new guide videos. Stay up to date!

WhatsApp

New: Get news from SVB straight to your phone!

SHAKESPEARE PL-259 Connector, RG8X and RG58 / crimp and solder-free
View Ratings (10) Questions (2)