Project – Activity 003

Student: Andrei Alexandra Monica

1. Manufacturers of coaxial cables for radio
communications

1. Belden
2. Times Microwave Systems
3. Andrew Corporation (now part of CommScope)
2. Types of coaxial cables for radio communications:

1. RG58
2.LMR240
3.LMR400
3. Comparative table showing the advantages of using each type
of cable
Cable Type Advantages
RG58 1. Flexibility: RG58 is highly flexible, making it easy to install in tight spaces and around corners.
2. Cost-Effective: RG58 is budget-friendly and suitable for shorter cable runs, making it ideal for cost-conscious
applications.
3. Common Compatibility: It is widely used and compatible with many standard radio communication devices and
connectors.
1. Low Signal Loss: LMR240 provides low signal loss, ensuring minimal signal degradation over longer cable
LMR240
runs.
2. 50 Ohm Impedance: LMR240 has a 50-ohm impedance, which is the standard impedance for many radio
communication systems.
3. Durability: LMR240 is designed to withstand various environmental conditions, making it suitable for outdoor
and rugged use.
1. Very Low Signal Loss: LMR400 offers minimal signal loss, making it suitable for high-power and long-distance
LMR400
radio communication applications.
2. High Frequency Handling: LMR400 is capable of handling higher frequencies, making it ideal for more
demanding radio communication setups.

3. Rugged Construction: LMR400 is built to endure harsh outdoor conditions and provides long-term reliability,
even in extreme environments.
4. Linear attenuation values
Cable Type RG-58 150MHz 300MHz 450MHz 900MHz 1800MHz

Linear attenuation • 0.6 • 0.8 • 1.0 • 1.5

• 2.2 dB/m
(dB/100m) dB/m dB/m dB/m dB/m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 9 dB • 12 dB • 15 dB • 22.5 dB • 33 dB
cable length of 15m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 18 dB • 24 dB • 30 dB • 45 dB • 66 dB
cable length of 30m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 30 dB • 40 dB • 50 dB • 75 dB • 110 dB
cable length of 50m
4. Linear attenuation values
Cable Type LMR240 150MHz 300MHz 450MHz 900MHz 1800MHz

Linear attenuation • 0.2 • 0.4 • 0.6 • 0.9

• 1.4 dB/m
(dB/100m) dB/m dB/m dB/m dB/m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 3 dB • 6 dB • 9 dB • 13.5 dB • 21 dB
cable length of 15m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 6 dB • 12 dB • 18 dB • 27 dB • 42 dB
cable length of 30m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 10 dB • 20 dB • 30 dB • 45 dB • 70 dB
cable length of 50m
4. Linear attenuation values
Cable Type LMR400 150MHz 300MHz 450MHz 900MHz 1800MHz

Linear attenuation • 0.1 • 0.2 • 0.3 • 0.5

• 0.8 dB/m
(dB/100m) dB/m dB/m dB/m dB/m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 1.5 dB • 3 dB • 4.5 dB • 7.5 dB • 12 dB
cable length of 15m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 3 dB • 6 dB • 9 dB • 15 dB • 24 dB
cable length of 30m

Insertion loss (dB) for a

• 5 dB • 10 dB • 15 dB • 25 dB • 40 dB
cable length of 50m
4. Linear attenuation values
For RG58:
• Cable Length (RG58) = 10 dB / 1.0 dB/m (at 450 MHz) = 10 meters

For LMR240:
• Cable Length (LMR240) = 10 dB / 0.6 dB/m (at 450 MHz) = 16.67 meters

For LMR400:
• Cable Length (LMR400) = 10 dB / 0.3 dB/m (at 450 MHz) = 33.33 meters