[BC] RG-8

Chuck Leavens chuck at wduq.org
Thu Apr 3 11:31:22 CDT 2008


>A few other things to remember:
>
>The PVC outer covering on normal RG8 cable is hygroscopic, i.e. it 
>absorbs moisture.  One can assume what happens when running cable on 
>the ground in outdoor conditions while operating under high RF 
>power.  The PVC is not stabilized therefore not really rated for 
>extended UV exposure also. Plenum-rated cables with FEP Teflon outer 
>coverings are more tame but obviously more costly.  Use conduit 
>where possible.
>
>Cables that say "RG8 Type" usually assume that the cable is 
>manufactured to resemble the military version of the cable but may 
>not meet the specs (this basically applies to any coax with the word 
>"Type"

Where does Belden 9913F fit into this discussion?
-- 
Thanks,

Chuck

Chuck Leavens 
Director of Engineering and IT Management
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