Drop cable descriptions – CommScope Drop Cable User Manual

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Drop Cable Descriptions

In Section 2, the various types of subscriber access cables were generally discussed. This section details the

differences in the varieties of coaxial cable used outside and inside the residence.

The construction examples given in the previous chapters deal with the most helpful types of coax;

320, 11 Series (RG 11) and 6 Series (RG6). Commscope offers other types of coax as well, tuned to

various uses within the residence. The full listing of our offerings includes:

320 for longest reach and highest performance applications. The large 0.071 in (1.80 mm) copper-

covered solid aluminum conductor is coupled with a welded aluminum shield for maximum performance;

F11 series, recommended for use in runs of over 150 ft (45 meters), with a 14 AWG/1.63 mm copper-

clad steel center conductor and a standard foil/60% braid construction. Tri-shield (foil/60% braid/foil) and

Super-Shield (foil/60% braid/foil/40% braid) versions are available;

F6 series, recommended for use in runs of 150 ft (45 meters) or less, with an 18 AWG/1.02 mm copper-

clad steel center conductor and a standard foil/60% braid construction. A foil/90% braid, Tri-Shield (foil/60%

braid/foil) and Super-Shield (foil/60% braid/foil/40% braid) versions are available;

F59 series, recommended for very short runs, has an 0.032 in (0.81 mm) copper-clad steel center conduc-

tor and a standard foil/67% braid construction. A foil/95% braid, Tri-Shield (foil/67% braid/foil) and Super-

Shield (foil/53% braid/foil/35% braid) versions are available;

For further information on any of these cables, go to our website at www.commscope.com and download

spec sheets, or call us at 1-800-982-1708 (1-828-324-2200 outside the US).

12.1 Drop Cable Descriptions/Specifications

Specifications and Part Numbers