Application of Construction Types
Drop Cable Series offers a number of variations
suited for different applications. Below is a
listing which describes the recommended
applications for each construction type.
Drop Cable Series is intended for applications
from-40°F to + 140 °F and its attenuation
remains stable from 0% to 100% relative humidity.
Single
Plan, single drop cable is well-suited for a wide
range of general purpose indoor and outdoor
applications, aerially and short spans to the
house.
Flooding Compound
Recommended for burial cable applications, flooding
compound is designed to provide additional internal
corrosion protection. Flooding compound primarily
prevents moisture ingress.
Bonding
The bonded construction of drop cable begins with
the center conductor to dielectric interface and
continues from the dielectric to the tape.
A bonded center conductor serves as a guard
against moisture ingress, defending against incre-
asing attenuation. In addition, the bonded dielectric,
which prevents center conductor movement.
Finally, bonding of the dielectric to tape allows
the overlapping tape to stay sealed during cable
flexure, minimizing RF signal leakage.
Messengered
Messenger cable is recommended for longer spans
when higher strength is required to improve reliability
in severe weather conditions. A galvanized steel
messenger wire is integrally joined to the coaxial
cable by an overall extruded PVC jacket and connecting
web.