Ideal 30-578 Crimp Die, RG-6 RG-9 50 & 75 Ohm Coax

The Ideal 30-578 is an interchangeable Crimpmaster die set for RG-9, RG-6, and Belden 8281 coaxial cable in both 50-ohm and 75-ohm configurations. Compatible with the 30-506 Crimpmaster frame, it serves avionics technicians and CATV installers who need a single die covering multiple cable types and impedances.

Key Features

• Die set for RG-9, RG-6, and Belden 8281 coaxial cable connectors
• Covers both 50-ohm and 75-ohm coaxial connector configurations
• Interchangeable with the 30-506 Crimpmaster frame, changes with a flat or Phillips screwdriver
• Precision-ground hex die cavities for consistent coaxial crimps
• General-purpose die set; not intended for applications requiring calibrated tools

Specifications

• Compatible Cable: RG-9, RG-6, Belden 8281
• Impedance: 50 Ohm and 75 Ohm
• Compatible Tool Frame: Ideal 30-506 Crimpmaster
• Calibration Required: No
• Warranty: Limited 1 Year

Applications

Useful in avionics maintenance for RG-6 and RG-9 coaxial connections on navigation, communication, and GPS antenna cabling, as well as CATV and broadband installations using Belden 8281 and RG-6 in commercial and residential infrastructure. The dual-impedance coverage makes this die set versatile across both aviation and general contractor toolboxes.

Ideal 30-578 Calibration

PJi operates an ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Calibration Lab and provides NIST-traceable calibration for the Ideal 30-578 at the time of purchase — add calibration to your order at checkout. Our calibration documentation satisfies FAA Part 145 tool control requirements, ISO 9001 quality system records, and AS9100 calibration traceability requirements. For repair stations and quality-certified facilities that require documented traceability, PJi is the one-stop source: the tool and the calibration certificate in a single transaction. Calibration-only companies cannot sell you the tool. Major retailers cannot calibrate it. PJi does both.

Why Buy from Pilot John International

Pilot John International is an authorized Ideal Industries distributor with specialized expertise serving aviation maintenance, FAA Part 145 repair stations, and industrial MRO facilities. Unlike Amazon, Grainger, or Home Depot, which sell Ideal tools but offer zero calibration services, PJi's in-house ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Calibration Lab calibrates your tool at purchase. We stock the full Ideal catalog, ship same-business-day on in-stock items, and our technical staff understands the demands of aviation and industrial electrical maintenance.