Is RG8 good for UHF?
A 50 foot run of RG-8X on UHF is a very high loss coax run,you ‘might’ be able to stretch by with that on VHF but it still wouldn’t be good. A 100 foot run of RG-8X on VHF and UHF would be useless.
How many watts can RG8 handle?
If you scroll down the page to the product description, it has a listing of different power rating. The maximum power handling is 875 watts.
Is RG8 good coax?
Quality of insulation RG8 cables are thicker in comparison to the standard RG6 wires that are commonly used for cable TV and some other digital and video signals. This characteristic is what makes them perfect to be used for outdoor conditions like connecting cables for satellite dishes and antennas.
Does coax cable degrade over time?
Yes. Unfortunately, a coaxial cable will degrade over time and need to be replaced to maintain the quality of the signal.
What is the power rating of rg8x?
| Power Capacity (In watts 104°F, 40°C) | ||
|---|---|---|
| MHz: | 50 | |
| #2247 | RG-8X | 280 |
| Click here to view POWER CHART FOR ALL CABLE TYPES |
How many watts can LMR 400 handle?
| Power Capacity (In watts 104 °F, 40 °C) | ||
|---|---|---|
| MHz: | 30 | 1500 |
| LMR-400® | 2100 | 290 |
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What kind of coaxial cable is rg-8x?
RG-8X is just slightly larger than standard RG-58 coaxial cable and it offers better handling characteristics, it has good shielding and is a ‘low-loss’ cable. RG-8X is a Low-loss, High-flex, Type II-A Non-Contaminating PVC Jacket.
How much loss does a RG-8 transmitter have?
RG-8 and RG-213 (50 ohm); and RG-11 (75 ohm) are about 0.405 inch. Suitable for higher power (~1800 watts) at HF. 9913 and LMR-400 are popular “low-loss” RG-8 types. Suitable for VHF (~1.5dB loss per 100 feet at 146 MHz).
Which is better RG 58 or Rg8 mini?
Cheers. “Mini-8” (i.e., RG-8X) is lower loss than RG-58 varieties, but quality varies depending upon the manufacturer. Since there’s no “mil-spec” for that type of cable, manufacturers don’t have to certify or provide any quality level.
Can a Rg8 mini be used for FM?
To counter RG-8/Mini, you’d use RG-8/Mickey. It will work for FM, with 15 meters you will have some loss, but if it’s what you have, use it and upgrade when you can. I try for an LMR-400 class coax for VHF/UHF [6 meters and up]. For HF, RG-8x is fine for up to a KW.