What are RG5 Coaxial Cables?

RG5 coaxial cables are designed for high-speed data transmission over medium to long distances. They are often used in the data transmission environment for communications applications such as voice, video, and data.

RG-5/U

RG-5/U Cable ConstructionThe RG5/U is a 52.5-ohm coaxial cable with an overall diameter of 0.332 inches and has a voltage rating of up to 3000 Vrms. It has an internal bare copper conductor (carrying the electrical signal), which is enclosed by an insulation layer made of solid low-density Polyethylene (PE). The insulation layer is then completely enclosed by 2 Bare Copper Braid Shields that form the outer conductor and also provides shielding against electromagnetic interference (EMI). Finally, the structure is covered with an outermost layer - called a jacket - made of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). The jacket protects the cable core from mechanical, moisture, and chemical issues.

The RG5/U cable exhibits capacitance of approximately 28.5 pF/ft (93.75 pF/m), signal attenuation of around 7 dB/100 ft at 400 MHz (signal attenuation of the cable depending on the frequency) and has a velocity of propagation of 67%. It has a center conductor measuring 0.0511 inches (1.3 mm) in diameter and an insulation layer measuring 0.185 inches (4.7 mm) in diameter. This cable is ideal for use in direct burial applications and data & multimedia signal transmission.

Key Specifications of RG5/U Coaxial Cables

RG-5A/B/U

The RG-5A/B/U is a 50-ohm coaxial cable with an overall diameter of 0.328 inches and a maximum working voltage of up to 3000 Vrms. It has an internal copper conductor (carrying the electrical signal), which is enclosed by an insulation layer made of solid Polyethylene (PE). The insulation layer is then completely enclosed by 2 silver-covered Copper Braid Shields that form an outer conductor and also provide a shield against electromagnetic interference (EMI). Finally, the structure is covered with an outermost layer called a jacket made of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC). The jacket protects the cable core from mechanical, moisture, and chemical issues.

The RG-5A/B/U cable exhibits capacitance of approximately 30.8 pF/ft (101.31 pF/m) and signal attenuation of around 6.5 dB/100 ft at 400 MHz (signal attenuation of the cable depending on the frequency). It has an insulation layer measuring 0.185 inches (4.7 mm) in diameter. 

Key Specifications of RG-5A/B/U Coaxial Cables

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