
DS3/DS4 Central Office Coax, 8 x Sub-miniature RG-59, 26 AWG Solid SC, Foil + 95% TC Braids, PVC Inner & Outer Jkts, CMR
DS3/DS4 Central Office Coax, 8 Coaxes, Sub-miniature RG-59, 26 AWG Solid Silvered Copper Conductor, PE Insulation, Foil + 95% Tinned Copper Braid Shields, PVC Inner and Outer Jackets, CMR
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Part numbers
735A8 is a product family. Each item number below is a separate orderable part — colour, put-up and length differ.
| Item # | Color | Putup Type | Length | UPC | Footnote | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 735A8 0081000 | Gray | Reel | 1,000 ft | 612825184843 | C | Order online |
Specifications
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Central office wiring, DS3/DS4 interconnect, 734/735 telecommunications systems, switchboard communications |
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Construction Details
| RG Type | Sub-miniature 59 |
|---|---|
| Inner Jacket Table Notes | Each jacket gray and numbered |
| Overall Cable Diameter (Nominal) | 0.447 in (11.4 mm) |
Conductor
| Size | 26 AWG |
|---|---|
| Stranding | Solid |
| Nom. Diameter | 0.016 in |
| Material | SC - Silvered Copper |
Insulation
| Material | PE - Polyethylene (Foam) |
|---|---|
| Nom. Insulation Diameter | 0.077 in (2.0 mm) |
| Color Code | White |
Inner Shield
| Layer | Shield Type | Material | Material Trade Name | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tape | Bi-Laminate (Alum+Poly) | Beldfoil® | 100% |
| 2 | Braid | Tinned Copper (TC) | 95% |
Inner Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
|---|---|
| Nom. Diameter | 0.129 in (3.28 mm) |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
|---|---|
| Nom. Diameter | 0.447 in (11.4 mm) |
Electrical Characteristics
Return Loss
| Frequency | 15 - 95 MHz |
|---|---|
| Min. Return Loss | 30 dB |
Attenuation
| Frequency | Max. Attenuation |
|---|---|
| 1 MHz | 0.6 dB/100ft |
| 1.024 MHz | 0.61 dB/100ft |
| 4.224 MHz | 1.1 dB/100ft |
| 5 MHz | 1.2 dB/100ft |
| 10 MHz | 1.7 dB/100ft |
| 17.184 MHz | 2.2 dB/100ft |
| 22.368 MHz | 2.5 dB/100ft |
| 25.92 MHz | 2.7 dB/100ft |
| 44.736 MHz | 3.6 dB/100ft |
| 50 MHz | 3.8 dB/100ft |
| 69.632 MHz | 4.5 dB/100ft |
| 77.76 MHz | 4.8 dB/100ft |
| 100 MHz | 5.5 dB/100ft |
| 137.088 MHz | 6.4 dB/100ft |
| 200 MHz | 7.8 dB/100ft |
Electricals
| Nom. Conductor DCR | 41 Ohm/1000ft |
|---|---|
| Nom. Inner Shield DCR | 5.3 Ohm/1000ft (17 Ohm/km) |
| Nom. Capacitance Cond-to-Shield | 17.7 pF/ft (58.1 pF/m) |
| Nom. Characteristic Impedance | 75 Ohm |
| Nom. Velocity of Prop. | 76% |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V (CMR, CMG) |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 200 lbs (91 kg) |
|---|---|
| Bulk Cable Weight | 118 lbs/1000ft |
Temperature
| UL Temperature | 75°C |
|---|---|
| Operating | -40°C to +75°C |
Bend Radius
| Installation Min. | 4.5 in (110 mm) |
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Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Indoor - Riser, Indoor |
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| Sustainability | CA Prop 65 |
| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | UL1666 Vertical Shaft |
| CPR Compliance | CPR Euroclass: Eca |
| NEC / UL Compliance | CMR |
| CEC / C(UL) Compliance | CMG. |
| European Directive Compliance | EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), REACH, EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
| UK Regulation Compliance | UKCA Mark |
| APAC Compliance | China RoHS II (GB/T 26572-2011) |
History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.466 Revision Date: 02-20-2026 |
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| Footnote | C - CRATE REEL PUT-UP. |
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