Protect Your Investment with new Andrew In-Building and Rooftop Cable Solutions
Andrew Solutions has the experience and expertise to help you prepare for the next evolution of In-building and Rooftop Cable Solutions Constant, evolving demand on in-building networks puts more pressure on your cable infrastructure. Today, the new, ever-changing, and increasing demand for high-speed data along with traditional voice is driving higher out of your in-building networks. Protect your investment by including coaxial cable that provides broadband across current and future wireless frequency bands, including WiMAX, 700 MHz, 2.7 GHz, and Public Safety Bands. By installing low VSWR/PIM cables up front, you can improve the long-term value of your system. As local building codes become more stringent, the use of plenum rated cables is increasing. Plenum cables offer the highest level of fire-resistance, which can lower potential liabilities in case of a fire. To best navigate the challenges of today s wireless networks, it s essential to have the right cable manufacturer with extensive experience and expertise on your side. Andrew can help. We offer an extensive line of cables to optimize the transmission infrastructure of Protect your investment with new Andrew In-Building and Rooftop Cable Solutions your in-building system, including plenum and riser cables that are available in both copper and aluminum. As the world s largest supplier of coaxial cable, Andrew can help you minimize your CAPEX by providing a wide selection of cable to meet the technical requirements of the in-building network. You ll also be prepared for the future with our wideband, low VSWR, low PIM construction, which allows future expandability for new frequencies and technologies such as 700 MHz, 2.7 GHz, LTE, and WiMAX. Our In-Building Cable and Rooftop Solutions bring together all of Andrew s superior wireless RF cable products to support system integrators, enterprise managers, and wireless carriers. One point of contact all the cabling products you need Each time a new application, frequency band, or standard is introduced, wireless infrastructure solutions become more and more complex. Whether you are a turnkey supplier, OEM, operator, or installer, Andrew delivers the technical expertise to make a complete infrastructure project perform precisely as you planned. Our authorized distributors also provide applications assistance for Andrew in-building cables. Our products are available both direct from Andrew and through our extensive distribution network, making it easy for you to get what you need, when you need it. Exceptional service and support We work closely with our distribution partners to provide sales, technical, and product support that help you stay one step ahead of your projects. Our commitment to customer service includes training and direct access to Andrew s engineering expertise for answers to your technical questions. Integration. Infrastructure. Andrew In-building Cable Solutions. Andrew delivers the most complex and complete telecommunication cabling solutions for today and the future. For more information on Andrew s exclusive In-building cables, visit www.commscope.com/andrew or contact your Andrew distributor.
NEW! Introducing New Lower Cost Aluminum Alternatives for In-Building and Rooftop Cable Solutions HELIAX AL4RPV-50 Cable A L U M I N U M. P l e n u m Our newest offering, HELIAX AL4RPV-50 cable, is a costeffective alternative to copper plenum solutions, applicable for all common frequency bands, and offers excellent VSWR and PIM. HELIAX AL4RPV-50 is designed with an aluminum outer corrugated conductor and PVC jacket. The superior extruded dielectric construction allows for consistent mechanical strength and electrical throughout the entire cable. AL4RPV-50 (1/2 ) True broadband for 700 MHz, WiMAX, 2.7 GHz and Public Safety Bands Continuous dielectric provides consistent mechanical Usable lengths available through Andrew and distributors No minimum length order requirements Can be shipped, stored, and installed in temperatures below +5 F Low cost provides more cost-efficient solutions Excellent VSWR and PIM assures future expandability aluminum HELIAX SFX/FXL Series Cable NEW! A L U M I N U M. R I S E R HELIAX SFX/FXL Series Coaxial Cables are ideal for operators or installers looking to maximize cost savings without compromising electrical. Having been installed in several challenging in-building and rooftop applications, HELIAX SFX/FXL Series provides the flexibility to hold its form, speeding up the installation process. The cost-effective aluminum design is lightweight and provides true broadband capabilities to ensure future expandability for new frequencies and technologies. Backed by Andrew s 10-year warranty, HELIAX SFX/FXL Series is available in a full range of sizes which allows you to select the optimum cable for your application. SFX-500-NHR (1/2 ) FXL-540-NHR (3/8 ) FXL-780-NHR (7/8 ) FXL-1480-NHR (1-1/4 ) FXL-1873-NHR (1-5/8 ) True broadband capabilities for current and future wireless frequencies Ideal alternative to rising copper prices Full range of sizes Weather-resistant, UV-protected jacket ideal for rooftop applications Lightweight and flexible for ease of installation Similar electrical to copper cables Usable lengths available through distributors quickly
Andrew Copper Cable Solutions for In-Building and Rooftop Applications HELIAX HL/HJ Series Cable C O P P E R. P l e n u m HELIAX FSJ Superflexible Series Cable C O P P E R. R I S E R HELIAX LDF Series Cable C O P P E R. R I S E R copper HELIAX AVA Series Cables C O P P E R. R I S E R This premium copper plenum series of cable has been field proven over decades of use. HELIAX copper allows a choice of cables for the most demanding applications while also providing flexibility for specific frequencies and attenuation needs. HL4RP-50A (1/2 ) HJ5RP-50 (7/8 ) HJ7RP-50 (1-5/8 ) Usable lengths available through distributors quickly Ideal for temperature extremes No minimum length order requirements Competitive backed by extensive industry experience and expertise HELIAX FSJ Superflexible Series cables are designed for ease of installation in tight wiring spaces such as shelters, radio rooms, and cabinets. Ideal for antenna and equipment room jumpers. As with all HELIAX cables, the superflexible cables feature a solid outer conductor for unsurpassed electrical and mechanical. A polyethylene foam dielectric offers excellent electrical. FSJ1RK-50 (1/4 ) FSJ2RK-50 (3/8 ) FSJ4RK-50B (1/2 ) Super-flexibility ideal for tight spaces or repeated bends Excellent electrical and mechanical Field proven with low VSWR and PIM Designed for low loss, HELIAX LDF Series cables have a closed-cell, foam-polyethylene dielectric that maintains its characteristics over time. The lower density foam allows higher velocities and provides lower attenuation than FSJ cables. Attenuation characteristics approach those of similarly sized air dielectric cables. These cables are typically designed for high frequency applications. LDF1RK-50A (1/4 ) LDF2RK-50 (3/8 ) LDF4RK-50A (1/2 ) Lower attenuation than FSJ Series cable Low cost solution for jumper applications Field proven with low VSWR and PIM HELIAX AVA Series cable has set the standard for RF transmission line systems. Engineered to consistently deliver the lowest attenuation, maximum flexibility, and proven reliability, HELIAX AVA copper is used in tens of thousands of sites around the world. HELIAX AVA is uniquely designed for tough installations that require tight or repeated bends. AVA5RK-50 (7/8 ) AVA6RK-50 (1-1/4 ) AVA7RK-50 (1-5/8 ) Usable lengths available through Andrew and distributors quickly Lowest attenuation cables available Competitive backed by extensive industry experience and expertise Maximum flexibility ideal for multiple bend applications Low VSWR and PIM assures reliable
Fire Retardant Cable Regulations and Andrew Cables: What You Should Know Wiring in Ducts, Plenums, and Other Air-Handling Spaces Only Type CATVP listed cables, which have extremely high fire resistance coupled with low smoke emission, are permitted by the NEC to be installed in ducts, plenums, or other spaces used for environmental air (such as above a false ceiling) without additional protection. Wiring in Vertical Runs Type CATVR listed cables are required for installation in risers or any other floor penetration connecting more than one floor. Definitions Some terms used in building construction are referred to in fireretardant cable regulations. They are defined below: Conduit: A tube or duct for enclosing electrical wires and cable. Conduit may be metallic or nonmetallic. Duct: A closed channel, tube, or pipe used to transport air, dust, vapors, etc. Plenum: A compartment or chamber to which one or more air ducts are connected and forms part of the air distribution system of a building. Raceway: An enclosed channel designed expressly for holding wires, cable, or busbars, with additional functions as permitted in the National Electrical Code. Raceway may be metallic or nonmetallic. www.commscope.com/andrew Visit our Web site or contact your local Andrew Solutions representative for more information. Customer Service 24 hours From North America Telephone: 1-800-255-1479 Fax: 1-800-349-5444 International Telephone: +1-779-435-6500 Fax: +1-779-435-8579 Internet: www.commscope.com/andrew Andrew Solutions is a trademark of CommScope. All trademarks identified by or are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope. This document is for planning purposes only and is not intended to modify or supplement any specifications or warranties relating to Andrew Solutions products or services. BR-103192.1-EN (07/09) 2009 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved.