Guide to Different Types of Coaxial Cables
To answer that, we will have to talk about the coaxial cable first. What it is, where it is generally used, and its specific benefits. Then we can talk about the different types of coaxial cable. Coaxial Cable - A Brief They are a cable that transmits electric signals between devices and systems. These cables specifically pass radio frequency signals in the form of transverse electromagnetic waves. By design, there is an inner conductor, surrounding which there is a dielectric layer; this layer is enclosed in a cylindrical sandwich with additional layers of shielding and an outer protective jacket to prevent damage to the signal carrying component during installation or from the environment. Coaxial cables can transmit high-frequency signals with less loss. Different Types of Coaxial Cables There are different types available, all suited for their specific purpose. Let's take a look: Hard line coaxial cable Flexible coaxial cable Semi-rigid coaxial cabl...