Rockwell Automation 1786-series ControlNet Coax Media Planning and Installation Guide - Manual (Page 44)

44 Publication CNET-IN002B-EN-P - June 2010
Chapter 3 Install a ControlNet Coax Media System
Install the Trunk Cable Install your trunk cable, observing your cable supplier’s installation
instructions and these guidelines.
Wire External Enclosures
When you pull the RG-6 type coax cable through multiple conduit bends,
follow these specifications.
Wire Internal Enclosures
When the RG-6 type coax cable is not passed through conduit, follow
these specifications.
For this
coax cable Pull strength should not exceed Bend radius should not exceed
PVC 42.75 kg (95 lb) 76.2 mm (3.0 in.)
FEP 61.65 kg (137 lb) 69.9 mm (2.75 in.)
Tap drop-cable 42.75 kg (95 lb) 76.2 mm (3.0 in.)
IMPORTANT
DS/3/4 tap drop-cable can be used as trunk cable in a protected
area where space or small
bending radius is needed. The
maximum length in a segment is limited to 30 m (98.43 ft).
For this coax cable Bend radius should not exceed
PVC cable 38.1 mm (1.5 in.)
FEP cable 35.6 mm (1.4 in.)
Tap drop-cable 38.1 mm (1.5 in.)