RG59 PLENUM 18/2 SIMAESE CABLE

DIFFERENT TYPES OF CCTV CABLES

An RG59 Plenum 18/2 Siamese cable might seem to be an easy stand-in for rotary CCTV camera cable, dipole RG59 coax and RG59 Siamese and messenger.  It is – as long as you are looking for the added benefit of low flammability and decreased toxic emissions.  You will pay extra for these aspects, so before you purchase Plenum, make sure you understand the reasons for selecting it.  Educate yourself and then choose accordingly.  Here’s some help.

• RG 59 Plenum 18/2 Siamese cable – This cable delivers all the promises of an RG59 Siamese cable, but with one addition: the material that the casing is made out of is different.  If the cable were to catch on fire, it would not emit toxic fumes.  That’s why it’s used near air ducts – to prohibit the spread of harmful vapors throughout a building. 
• Rotary CCTV camera cable – Go ahead and use the words “rotary” and “dipole” as synonyms.  In the CCTV cable world, they are.  They connect the camera to the monitor to receive a video signal.  Before purchasing this type of cable, keep in mind that though some manufacturers do make cameras that run on small signals and thus require only RG59 cable, most need the added benefit of the power cable and coax together.  Dipole and Siamese provide that
• RG59 Siamese and messenger – This selection takes you one step further.  The messenger adds strength to the cable.  It is actually a steel reinforcement that takes the sag out of the cable.  It is often used outside in an aerial-type situation.  The Siamese part of the cable puts the coax and power together. 

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