An Installation Pocket Reference Guide.pdf - Anixter

|4. Coaxial Cable
F Connector
• The 75-ohm, screw-threaded couplers are used with RG-59, RG-6
and RG-11 type coaxial cables.
• It is standard for cable television systems.
• It is simple to install and economical.
• It meets the specifications of CATV/MATV systems.
• A single crimp on the attached ferrule terminates the connector.
Figure 4.5 – F Series Coax Connector
Bend Radius
Current military coaxial standards do not specify bend radius; however, various
manufacturers do provide guidance. Check with manufacturers for specifics.
Special care should be taken when pulling a coaxial cable around bends. Using
too much force or too tight of a bend can deform the dielectric and cause a drop
in transmission performance.
Testing
Testing coax performance includes the following:
• Impedance anomaly
• Return loss
• Attenuation or insertion loss
• Signal level
Note: Use a signal strength meter to verify that the right signal level is available
(check installed length and possible damage). Contact your Anixter sales
representative to learn more about tools available for testing coax.
Table 4.4 – Typical Maximum Length
RG-59 RG-6 RG-11
CCTV 750–1,000 ft. 1,000–1,500 ft. 1,500–3,000 ft.
Range depends on cable and connector performance, environment, signal frequency,
and transmission and reception equipment.
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