{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1786-rg6-controlnet-quad-shielded-coaxial-cable","title":"Allen-Bradley 1786-RG6 ControlNet Quad-Shielded Coaxial Cable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-RG6 ControlNet Quad-Shielded Coaxial Cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-speed deterministic data transfer in ControlNet communication links, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 1786-RG6\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e1786-RG6\u003c\/strong\u003e Quad-Shielded RG-6 Coaxial Cable) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. It operates as the fundamental physical medium connecting network taps, network access points, and terminating resistors across distributed programmable logic controller (PLC) and remote I\/O architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1786-RG6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley \/ Rockwell Automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +80 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive physical medium (0.0 W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRG-6 Quad Shield Coaxial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 Ohm +\/- 3 Ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter Conductor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 AWG solid bare copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDielectric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoam polyethylene\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShielding Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuad shield (Aluminum foil + Braid + Aluminum foil + Braid)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVelocity of Propagation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e82% nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacitance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e53 pF\/m (16.2 pF\/ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Jacket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\/Black UV-resistant PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Bend Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.4 mm (1.0 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Control \u0026amp; Network Transport\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1786-RG6 physical layer ensures deterministic backplane bus communication velocity and robust data frame integrity over extended distances. Featuring a quad-shielded construction consisting of dual foil layers and high-density braiding, the media delivers high electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) rejection. This attenuation performance maintains strict EtherNet\/IP and ControlNet deterministic protocol timing without frame drops, even when routed through high-noise industrial environments adjacent to variable frequency drives and high-voltage motor control centers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum segment distance supported when using the 1786-RG6 coaxial cable without repeaters?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A single ControlNet trunk line segment utilizing 1786-RG6 cable supports a maximum length of up to 1000 m (3280 ft) at 5 Mbps, depending on the total number of non-intrusive taps (1786-TPS) installed on the segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Why is a precise 75 Ohm impedance matching critical for 1786-RG6 terminations?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Impedance mismatches create signal reflections along the high-speed data path. To prevent signal degradation and timing jitter, both ends of the 1786-RG6 trunk segment must be terminated with 75 Ohm terminating resistors (1786-XT).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the strict bending radius limitations during physical installation in cable trays?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The minimum static bend radius for the 1786-RG6 cable is 25.4 mm (1.0 in). Bending the cable beyond this limit can deform the foam polyethylene dielectric, altering the characteristic impedance and causing signal distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrunk Line Topology \u0026amp; Tap Connection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Route the 1786-RG6 cable as a continuous trunk line. Connect each node via a 1786-TPS tap. Ensure both physical ends of the trunk segment are terminated with 1786-XT 75 Ohm BNC terminators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShield Grounding \u0026amp; Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Earth the coaxial shield at one single point per segment to avoid ground loops. Maintain proper electrical isolation throughout the rest of the cable run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConduit Separation \u0026amp; Cable Tray Routing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintain a minimum clearance of 300 mm (12 in) from high-voltage AC power lines, motor leads, and heavy inductive loads to minimize noise coupling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Termination Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use specialized RG-6 crimp tools and BNC connectors compliant with Allen-Bradley specifications. 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