TELEMETRY EQUIPMENT

General Description

The type of cable used in the antenna system depends on the cable length required and the acceptable signal loss. A general recommendation is to use RG8 for lengths up to 60 ft, 1/2 in. foam for lengths up to 250 ft, and 7/8 in. foam for lengths over 250 ft.

The antenna cables for the packaged gauges are designated by adding “C” to the package model number (e.g. 5054C). These standard cable assemblies are RG8 with BNC male and PL-259 male connectors. For packages with lightning arrestors add “LA” (e.g. 5054C-LA); the cable is divided in two with “N”-type male connectors added. For custom RG8 cables designate CRG8-connector/connector (e.g. CRG8-BNC/NF). Standard connectors available are BNC(male), PL(-259 male), NM(male), and NF(female). For lengths over twenty feet, order additional cable per foot as CRG8-A.

Foam cable is supplied in bulk and ordered by the foot (e.g. C1/2F). Foam cable installation does not lend itself to pre-assembly of the connector set, which is ordered separately (e.g. C1/2-CS). Because the cable is very stiff, excess must be trimmed at installation, and an RG8 pigtail (CRG8-NM/NF) is added for a smooth transition to the radio package.

Specifications

Cable Selection Guide

HydroLynx Antenna Cable Assemblies