The BELDEN 8237-BLK-500 is a high-quality 50 Ohm wireless transmission coax cable designed for reliable performance in various applications. Constructed with RG-8 specifications, it incorporates a 13 AWG stranded bare copper conductor for efficient signal transmission. The cable is shielded with a 95% bare copper braid, ensuring minimal signal interference. A durable PVC jacket provides protection and flexibility. This cable is ideal for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless antenna communication, including wireless microphones, two-way radios, amateur radio systems, and GPS/RFID applications. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
Suitable Applications: Point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless antenna communication; Wireless microphones, Two-Way Radios, Amateur (Ham) Radio, Low Power FM, GPS, RFID
RG Type: 8
Conductor Material: Bare Copper (BC)
Conductor Diameter: 0.085 in
Conductor Coverage: 95%
Stranding: 7x21
Insulation Material: Polyethylene (PE)
Insulation Diameter: 0.285 in
Outer Shield Type: Braid
Outer Shield Material: Bare Copper (BC)
Outer Shield Coverage: 95%
Outer Jacket Material: PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Outer Jacket Diameter: 0.403 in
Overall Cable Diameter: 0.403 in
Attenuation 1 MHz: 0.2 dB/100ft
Attenuation 10 MHz: 0.6 dB/100ft
Attenuation 50 MHz: 1.3 dB/100ft
Attenuation 100 MHz: 1.9 dB/100ft
Attenuation 200 MHz: 2.8 dB/100ft
Attenuation 400 MHz: 4.2 dB/100ft
Attenuation 700 MHz: 5.9 dB/100ft
Attenuation 900 MHz: 6.9 dB/100ft
Attenuation 1000 MHz: 7.4 dB/100ft
Attenuation 4000 MHz: 23.2 dB/100ft
Max. Power Rating 50 MHz: 1,200 W
Max. Power Rating 100 MHz: 800 W
Max. Power Rating 400 MHz: 320 W
Max. Power Rating 1000 MHz: 180 W
Nom. Conductor DCR 1000ft: 1.8 Ohm
Nom. Conductor DCR 1000ft km: 5.9 Ohm/km
Nom. Outer Shield DCR 1000ft: 1.2 Ohm/km
Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Shield: 30.8 pF/ft
Nom. Characteristic Impedance: 50 Ohm
Nom. Velocity of Prop.: 66%
UL Voltage Rating: 300 V (CMH)
Voltage Rating: 3700 V
Operating Temperature: -30°C to +75°C
UL Temperature: 75°C
Installation Min. Bend Radius: 4.0 in
Max. Pull Tension: 147 lbs
Bulk Cable Weight: 102 lbs/1000ft
Environmental Suitability: Outdoor - Aerial, Indoor, Aerial - Black only
NEC / UL Compliance: CMX
CEC / C(UL) Compliance: CMH
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)