RG-59 Coaxial Cable Overview:

RG-59/U is a specific type of coaxial cable, often used for low-power video and RF signal connections. The cable has a characteristic impedance of 75 ohms. The 75 ohm impedance matches a dipole antenna in free space. "RG" refers to "Radio Guide", originally a unit indicator for bulk RF cable in the U.S. military's Joint Electronics Type Designation System. "59" was simply the page of the Radio Guide.

It is often used at baseband video frequencies, such as composite video. It may also be used for broadcast frequencies, but its high-frequency losses are too high to allow its use over long distances; in these applications, RG-6 or RG-11 is used instead. In cases where the transmission distance is too long for these media, such options as UTP (unshielded twisted pair) or fiber optic can be used. However, UTP such as CAT6 has too many twists in the twisted pairs which result as a poor choice of media for analog signals over long distances; the preferred medium is fiber optic cable.

RG-59 coaxial cable is commonly packed with consumer equipment, such as VCRs or digital cable/satellite receivers. Manufacturers tend to include only RG-59 cables because of its low cost when compared to RG-6. However, given the short lengths provided (usually 4-6 feet / 1.2-1.8 m), this is generally sufficient for its typical use.

RG-59 is frequently used to synchronize two digital audio devices, such as ADAT optical devices. This is called word clock.

RG59 Coax CCTV Cable - CMR
Our RG59 cable is ideal for outdoor installations. For signal clarity, the cable features a premium grade 20 AWG solid copper conductor.

RG59 Coax CCTV Siamese Cable - CCA Braid - CMR
Simplify cabling on indoor installations with our Siamese RG59 cable. it features a 20 AWG solid copper conductor for data transmission, 95% CCA braiding, and two 18 AWG stranded power cables.

RG59 Coax CCTV Siamese Cable - BC Braid - PVC
Simplify cabling on outdoor installations with our Siamese RG59 cable. The cable features a 20 AWG solid copper conductor for data transmission, 95% BC braiding, and two 18 AWG stranded power cables.

RG59 Coax CCTV Cable - Plenum
For ultimate fire safety in your CCTV installation, use our RG59 Plenum cables. Within the CMP and CL2P rated Plenum jacket, the cable features a premium grade 20 AWG solid copper conductor.

RG59 Coax CCTV Siamese Cable - Plenum
Reduce cabling in plenum spaces with our Siamese RG59 Plenum cables. Within the CMP & CL2P rated jacket, the cable boasts a 20 AWG solid copper conductor and two 18 AWG stranded power cables.