Belden 88240 010, RG 58A U 20 AWG Coax FEP Black
SKU:Belden 88240 010
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Description
Belden 88240 010 is an RG-58A/U format coaxial cable designed for wireless transmission and antenna communication. It features a 20 AWG solid bare copper conductor, FEP insulation, and a 95% tinned copper braid shield. The black FEP jacket supports indoor plenum installations and is also listed for outdoor and UV Resistance suitability. Key electrical performance includes 53 Ohm nominal characteristic impedance and a UL Voltage Rating of 300 V (CMP).
Belden 88240 010 Key Features
- RG-58A/U format coaxial construction for wireless transmission and antenna communication.
- 20 AWG solid bare copper conductor (0.032 in) for the center conductor.
- FEP - Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene insulation with a clear insulation color code.
- 95% tinned copper (TC) braid shield for shielding coverage.
- Black FEP - Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene jacket.
- NEC / UL compliance: CMP and CEC / C(UL) compliance: CMP with Fire Rating: Plenum (NFPA 262).
- Environmental suitability includes indoor plenum, indoor, outdoor, UV Resistance, and aerial - when supported by messenger wire.
Belden 88240 010 Applications
- Supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless antenna communication where a coaxial transmission line is needed between RF equipment and antennas.
- Commonly used in wireless microphones to connect RF components in audio and event setups.
- Works in two-way radio installations where coax is required for antenna feed connections.
- Serves Amateur (Ham) Radio systems for RF signal routing between radios and antennas.
- Applies to Low Power FM setups to connect transmission equipment to antenna systems.
- Supports GPS installations where coaxial cable is needed for GPS antenna connectivity.
- Connects RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) antennas and related RF hardware in RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) systems.
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Coax construction | Coaxial |
| RG type | 58 |
| Nom. insulation diameter | 0.107 in (2.72 mm) |
| Outer shield type | Braid |
| Overall cable diameter (nominal) | 0.159 in (4.04 mm) |
| Flooded | No not flooded over braid |
| Non-Plenum number | 8240 |
| Nom. characteristic impedance | 53 Ohm |
| Nom. capacitance (Cond-to-Shield) | 27.4 pF/ft (89.9 pF/m) |
| Nom. velocity of prop. | 70% |
| Nom. conductor DCR | 10.1 Ohm/1000ft |
| Nom. outer shield DCR | 3.8 Ohm/1000ft (12 Ohm/km) |
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V (CMP) |
| Attenuation (nominal) 1 MHz | 0.5 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 10 MHz | 1.2 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 50 MHz | 3.0 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 100 MHz | 4.3 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 200 MHz | 6.4 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 400 MHz | 9.7 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 700 MHz | 13.7 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 900 MHz | 16.1 dB/100ft |
| Attenuation (nominal) 1000 MHz | 17.3 dB/100ft |
| Power rating (Max.) 1 MHz | 4,799 W |
| Power rating (Max.) 10 MHz | 1,937 W |
| Power rating (max.) 50 MHz | 782 W |
| Power rating (Max.) 100 MHz | 542 W |
| Power rating (Max.) 200 MHz | 370 W |
| Power rating (Max.) 400 MHz | 249 W |
| Power rating (Max.) 700 MHz | 178 W |
| Power rating (max.) 900 MHz | 153 W |
| Power rating (Max.) @ 1,000 MHz | 143 W |
| UL temperature | 200°C |
| Operating temperature | -70°C to +200°C |
| Installation min. bend radius | 2.0 in (51 mm) |
| Max Pull Tension | 47 lbs (21 kg) |
| Bulk cable weight | 21 lbs/1000ft |
| European directive compliance | EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), REACH, EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
| APAC compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Item Type | Belden Coaxial Cable |
| Other Part Numbers | 88240 010100, 88240 010250, 88240 010500, 88240 0101000 |
| Priced Per | FT |
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