The GME CTA500 crimping tool is set up for FME connectors on standard RG58/U coax, so you can sort radio leads without guesswork. The jaws match the small FME ferrule, so each squeeze locks the braid over a 15 mm section of cable. That keeps antenna runs tidy over several metres, handy when you are routing coax through a four wheel drive cabin or canopy fitout.

The tool runs hardened steel in the head and body, so the crimp profile stays true after hundreds of cycles on RG58/U coax. Moulded plastic handles give a solid grip span of about 120 mm, good for work in tight spaces around radio gear. This CTA500 sits well in a basic comms kit with FME terminated leads and standard 50 ohm radio setups, making it a smart buy for regular antenna work.

• GME CTA500 FME series crimping tool
• Suits terminating FME connectors on RG58/U coax
• Intended for radio accessory and antenna work
• Hardened steel head for consistent compression
• Jaw profile matched to standard FME ferrules
• Moulded plastic handles for secure grip
• Compact hand tool suited to vehicle kits
• Supports typical 50 ohm radio cable systems
• Single-purpose design reduces crimping errors
• Ideal for workshop and field coax terminations

Q: Can this crimping tool be used with other connector types besides FME?

It is intended for FME connectors on RG58/U. The jaw profile is shaped around the ferrule size used on FME fittings. Using it on other connector styles can distort the body or under-crimp the braid. For best results keep this tool for FME on RG58/U only.

Q: Is this tool suitable for field repairs away from the workshop?

Yes, it suits field repairs. The tool is a single piece with no separate dies to misplace in the bush or at camp. You can keep it in the vehicle with a spare FME lead and crimps for on-the-spot fixes. That helps keep radios online when you are a long way from town.

Q: Do I need any extra parts to terminate a cable with this tool?

You need RG58/U cable and FME connectors. The crimping tool provides the mechanical force only. You still need the correct FME plugs, ferrules, and the length of RG58/U coax you plan to fit. A basic side cutter or knife is also useful to strip the outer jacket and braid before crimping.

Q: Is the CTA500 suitable for both mobile and base station setups?

Yes, as long as they use RG58/U with FME. Many mobile and small base station antennas use RG58/U coax for 50 ohm radio systems. If your gear uses FME terminations on this cable type, the CTA500 will handle the crimping work. That makes it a flexible tool for home, workshop, and vehicle installs.

• Suits RG58/U coaxial cable with matching FME connectors
• Intended for use with radio communication setups using FME terminations