Description
The CommScope AVA5-50 HELIAX® Andrew Virtual Air™ Coaxial Cable is a robust 7/8-inch corrugated copper cable, ideal for distributed antenna systems (DAS) and cellular base stations. With a durable black PE jacket, this cable is designed for long runs in large antenna systems, offering excellent performance and reliability over 500 metres.
The AVA5-50 features a solid corrugated copper outer conductor, providing 110 dB of shielding effectiveness and meeting low Passive Intermodulation (PIM) targets. It supports an operating frequency range from 1 GHz to 5 GHz, ensuring versatile application in various RF environments. The cable maintains a consistent outer diameter of 27.5 mm and a 9 mm inner conductor diameter, ensuring compatibility with existing systems.
Performance data shows a VSWR of ≤ 1.13:1 and a Return Loss of ≤ 24.30 dB at frequencies of 680 MHz, 800 MHz, and 1700 MHz, indicating superior signal integrity. The cable is compliant with ISO 9001 Quality Management and RoHS standards, underscoring its quality and safety.
CommScope, a leader in wired and wireless network solutions, manufactures this cable, leveraging over 40 years of industry experience to deliver reliable, high-performance network infrastructure components to customers worldwide.
RF Specification
VSWR Measurement
| Frequency | VSWR | Return Loss |
|---|---|---|
|
680 MHz
|
≤ 1.13:1
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≤ 24.3 dB
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Physical Specification
Cable Layers
| Layer | Diameter | Materials |
|---|---|---|
|
Inner Conductor
|
9.45 mm
|
|
|
Dielectric
|
24.13 mm
|
|
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Outer Conductor
|
25.40 mm
|
|
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Outer Jacket
|
27.99 mm
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CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM) helps design, build and manage wired and wireless networks around the world. As a communications infrastructure leader, we shape the always-on networks of tomorrow. For more than 40 years, our global team of greater than 20,000 employees, innovators and technologists have empowered customers in all regions of the world to anticipate what’s next and push the boundaries of ...