DAS DragonSkin - Connectors & Tools

Summary: DAS DragonSkin - Connectors & Tools

DAS DragonSkin – Connectors & Tools
Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage cable in Bolingbrook, IL and supplies a complete range of Distributed Antenna System (DAS) accessories to support dependable in-building wireless coverage. Our DAS DragonSkin Connectors & Tools are built for contractors, integrators and RF teams who need consistent terminations, straightforward installation, and reliable performance across enterprise, healthcare, public safety DAS, stadiums and campus applications.

Pair these connectors and tools with our DragonSkin DAS cable to streamline field work from prep to termination.

How our DAS connectors and tools add value

• Project-ready compatibility: N-type terminations specifically for 1/2" LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 series coax commonly used in DAS cable runs.
• Installation consistency: Dedicated trim tooling helps ensure proper cable prep for D01/E01 connector families, improving uniformity across crews and sites.
• Durable terminations: Heat shrink improves strain relief and environmental protection at the connection point (one tube required per connector).
• Procurement made easy: Select items are available in multi-pack quantities to support jobsite stocking and standardized builds (price per pack of 10 and package of 20 options available).
• American Made: Backed by a U.S. manufacturer focused on commercial and industrial low-voltage cable products and solutions for DAS.

Available constructions

1. N(F) Connector for 1/2" LCF12-50 Series and ICA12-50 Series: N-type female termination designed for 1/2" coax in these series. Provides a secure, repeatable interface for head-end equipment and passive components in DAS deployments.
2. N(M) Connector for 1/2" LCF12-50 Series and ICA12-50 Series: N-type male connector matched to 1/2" LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 coax. Supports dependable mating to remotes, splitters and cables used throughout Distributed Antenna System builds.
3. Heat Shrink Tube (one required per connector): Adhesive-lined heat shrink for each termination point. Enhances strain relief and helps protect the connector-to-cable transition.
4. Trim Tool for D01/E01 connector: Precision trim tool to prepare cable ends for D01/E01 connectors. Speeds up consistent jacket and dielectric prep to reduce rework during DAS installation.

Summary
When your project calls for dependable DAS cable terminations, Windy City Wire’s DragonSkin Connectors & Tools offer the compatibility and field efficiency you need. Combine these accessories with SmartWire low-voltage DAS cable to keep timelines on track, simplify installation, and standardize results across your next in-building wireless project.

Ready to move your DAS project forward?
Contact Windy City Wire to discuss product selection for your Distributed Antenna System build and align your connectors, tools, and SmartWire cable under a single, reliable source.

Solutions: DAS DragonSkin - Connectors & Tools

DAS DragonSkin – Connectors & Tools

Windy City Wire supports professional integrators, electrical contractors, and system designers building reliable Distributed Antenna System (DAS) and in-building wireless (IBW) networks. The DragonSkin Connectors & Tools lineup is engineered for fast, repeatable terminations on 1/2" corrugated DAS feeder cable and for seamless integration across public safety and commercial cellular systems. These components help you complete RF pathways from the headend and BDAs to remote radios, splitters, couplers, and indoor antennas with confidence.

Where these DAS connectors and tools are used

• Public Safety / ERRCS DAS: Backbone and antenna drops for code-driven emergency responder radio coverage in high-rises, campuses, hospitals, stadiums, and parking structures.
• Commercial Cellular DAS (LTE/5G): Enterprise, hospitality, healthcare, retail, and office environments requiring multi-operator coverage and capacity indoors.
• Industrial and Warehousing: Manufacturing floors, distribution centers, and logistics hubs where rugged RF connectivity supports scanners, IoT, voice, and safety systems.
• Transportation and Venues: Airports, rail stations, tunnels, arenas, convention centers, and event spaces needing continuous in-building wireless coverage.
• Education and Government: K–12, higher education, municipal facilities, and critical infrastructure requiring dependable public safety and cellular signal indoors.

Integrations across the DAS signal chain

• Headend and amplification: BDAs/bi-directional amplifiers, off-air repeaters, and headend sources feeding 1/2" coaxial trunks and risers.
• Remote RF elements: RRUs, active DAS nodes, and small cell interfaces requiring secure N-type terminations.
• Passive components and antenna lines: Splitters, directional couplers, tappers, POI panels, and indoor antennas (panel, omni, and MIMO) using 1/2" feeder or transition jumpers.

Product focus: compatibility and options

• N(M) Connector for 1/2" LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 Series: Field-terminable N male connector designed for common 50-ohm 1/2" corrugated DAS feeder. Ideal for ports labeled N female on BDAs, passive components, and antennas.
• N(F) Connector for 1/2" LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 Series: Field-terminable N female connector for mating with N male device ports and jumper assemblies.
• Trim Tool for D01/E01 connector families: Purpose-built preparation tool to ensure consistent jacket and corrugation trimming for proper connector fit and long-term performance.
• Heat-shrink weather seal: One heat-shrink tube is required per connector. Use to seal and strain-relieve outdoor and plenum-adjacent terminations as specified by project requirements.
• Pack counts: Select configurations are available by the pack—price per pack of 10—or in a package of 20 to simplify ordering for larger rollouts and multi-floor deployments.

Why contractors choose these DAS connectors and tools

• Consistency at scale: The trim tool for D01/E01 style connectors supports uniform cable prep on LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 series, reducing rework across large projects.
• Correct fit for common feeder types: Purpose-matched to 1/2" corrugated 50-ohm series used widely in both public safety DAS and cellular DAS backbones.
• Clean installation workflow: N(M) and N(F) options let you match device port genders throughout the signal chain—BDAs, splitters/couplers, and antennas—minimizing adaptors.
• Project-ready quantities: Pack options align with common floor-by-floor installation needs and service stock for commissioning and punch-list work.

Best practices for a reliable DAS termination

1. Verify cable series: Confirm your feeder is 1/2" LCF12-50 or ICA12-50 before selecting the connector type.
2. Match port gender: Use N male connectors for devices with N female ports and N female connectors where the device provides an N male port.
3. Prep with the correct tool: Use the Trim Tool for D01/E01 connectors to ensure repeatable jacket, dielectric, and corrugation preparation.
4. Weatherproof as required: Apply one heat-shrink tube per connector and follow site standards for environmental sealing and strain relief.
5. Torque and test: Tighten to the device manufacturer’s torque specification and complete sweep/return-loss testing across the system bands prior to commissioning.

Applications that benefit from DAS DragonSkin connectors

• High-rise commercial buildings needing compliant public safety DAS and enterprise cellular coverage
• Hospitals and healthcare networks with critical communications and visitor connectivity needs
• Manufacturing and industrial plants that rely on robust RF for operations and worker safety
• Airports, arenas, and transit systems requiring continuous 5G/LTE and ERRCS coverage
• Education campuses and government facilities with multi-band, multi-operator in-building wireless

Specification alignment and ordering guidance

• Designed for 1/2" corrugated feeder families: LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 series commonly used in DAS backbones.
• Select N(M) or N(F) to align with equipment and passive components throughout the RF path.
• Plan one heat-shrink tube per connector and include the D01/E01 Trim Tool for efficient, repeatable installs.
• Choose pack counts (price per pack of 10 or package of 20) to match deployment scale and maintenance stock.

Partner with Windy City Wire

As a DAS supplier, Windy City Wire supports contractors and integrators delivering public safety DAS and commercial cellular DAS in demanding environments. Our team can help you align connector gender, cable series, and tooling with your bill of materials, from headend to antenna line. Contact us for project takeoffs, submittal support, and product availability.

Frequently Asked Questions: DAS DragonSkin - Connectors & Tools

• What connectors & tools are available in this DragonSkin - Connectors & Tools section?
  This section includes components compatible with 1/2" LCF12-50 and ICA12-50 series coax:
  • N(F) connector
  • N(M) connector
  • Trim tool for D01/E01 connectors
  • Heat-shrink tube (one required per connector)
  • Select items offered as price-per-pack of 10 or as packages of 20 (varies by part)
• Do you stock 1/2" Coax DAS Cable?
  Yes, we stock 1/2" coax for all survivability requirements.
• Who are Windy City Wire's valued partners in the DAS market?
  Windy City Wire is proud to partner with companies like RFS, ADRF, Westell, iBwave, GWave, RFI and others. Additional partner information can be found at https://windycitywire.com/resource-cetner/das
• Can DAS cables be RackPacked?
  No, DAS cables cannot be RackPacked as these spools of cable are large and not conducive to being used with the SmartWire RackPack solution.
• Do the DAS cables work with the RackPack Transportation devices?
  No, the spools are much larger than the RackPack boxes.

Additional Links:

• DAS ROM/BOM Request Form
• Check out our DAS Resource Section
• Learn more about our SmartWire Cable
• The RackPack - Our patented cable delivery solution
• Our Transporters - RackPack Transportation Devices
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