Outdoor RG6 Cables

Summary: Outdoor RG6 Cables

Outdoor RG6 Cables

Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage Outdoor RG6 cables for commercial and industrial projects that require dependable video performance in exterior environments. Built with a solid 18 AWG bare copper center conductor and a 95% bare copper braid shield, these RG6/U constructions deliver strong signal integrity for CCTV surveillance and other professional video distribution tasks where outdoor cable is needed. Every SmartWire cable is made in the United States and is part of our complete products and solutions approach for low-voltage infrastructure.

Why choose SmartWire Outdoor RG6 for your next project

• Signal reliability: Solid 18 AWG bare copper center conductor and a 95% bare copper braid help maintain low attenuation and reduce interference for clear video feeds.
• Durable jacket: Black PVC jacket supports exterior routing in protected pathways and conduit commonly used on commercial sites.
• Installation efficiency: SmartWire Glide lubrication is applied during manufacturing and reduces pull friction by up to 70% for easier, faster installs—especially on long campus or facility runs.
• Better material management: FastFIND Footage Markers appear every two feet to make footage calculations simple, show remaining length at a glance, and help reduce waste by 15–25%.
• Consistent termination: Nominal 0.268 in OD supports compatibility with common RG6 compression connectors used by professional integrators.
• Custom identification: Available options for jacket and stripe colors support standardized labeling across projects and help teams quickly identify cable functions in the field.

Where Outdoor RG6 fits

• CCTV surveillance camera backbones for parking facilities, campuses, distribution centers, and manufacturing sites.
• Exterior video signal distribution between buildings in conduit for OSP outside plant pathways and protected outdoor routes.
• Perimeter and lot monitoring where outdoor wire and cable must maintain stable video in demanding environments.

How SmartWire adds value

• Made in the USA for consistent quality across large rollouts and multi-site standards.
• FastFIND Footage Markers support quick takeoffs, accurate pulls, and better use of remaining cable on service calls.
• SmartWire Glide lubrication lowers pulling resistance, helping crews work faster and with fewer re-pulls.
• Custom jacket and stripe colors available to match your organization’s identification scheme.

Available constructions

1. 18 AWG 1 Conductor Solid PVC Jacket Low Voltage: Type RG 6/U coaxial cable with a 95% bare copper braid and black jacket for outdoor CCTV and professional video runs; nominal OD 0.268 in for standard termination practices.

Summary

Windy City Wire’s SmartWire Outdoor RG6 provides reliable, low-voltage performance for exterior CCTV and video distribution while helping installers work efficiently. With solid bare copper construction, high-coverage copper braid shielding, SmartWire Glide lubrication, and FastFIND Footage Markers, these outdoor wire and cable solutions support high-quality signals and streamlined field installation. Talk with our team about project requirements and custom jacket or stripe colors to standardize your next outdoor cable deployment.

Solutions: Outdoor RG6 Cables

Outdoor RG6 Cables for Commercial and Industrial Deployments

Windy City Wire supplies Outdoor RG6 coaxial cable engineered for dependable signal performance in demanding environments. Built around a solid 18 AWG bare copper center conductor with a high-coverage copper braid shield, this outdoor cable delivers low attenuation and strong protection against interference for video and RF signals. It is a dependable choice for businesses building or upgrading outdoor wire and cable infrastructure across campuses, facilities, and distributed sites.

Where Outdoor RG6 Fits in Your System Architecture

• Video Surveillance (CCTV and HD-over-Coax) – Reliable camera-to-headend runs for legacy analog CCTV and HD-over-coax formats (AHD, HD-TVI, HD-CVI). Stable signal delivery to DVRs, NVR encoders, multiplexers, distribution amplifiers, and matrix switchers. Common uses include perimeter security, parking lots, loading docks, stadium perimeters, and license plate recognition camera placements.
• RF, Satellite, and MATV/CATV Distribution – Feeds from satellite dishes, OTA antennas, and service demarcation points to headends, splitters, taps, and modulators. Solid copper conductors support DC power and control signaling used by LNBs and mast-mounted preamps, helping maintain consistent RF performance.
• AV Headend and Content Injection – Coax backbones for modulators and channel-insertion systems distributing video feeds to multiple displays in arenas, hospitality, education, and corporate campuses.
• Wireless and Timing Accessories – Short RF interconnects for GPS antennas, signal boosters/repeaters, and specialized RF devices where RG6 impedance and shielding are required.
• Campus and Inter-Building Runs – Transit corridors, outdoor quads, and rooftop pathways connecting cameras and antennas to central equipment rooms. Suitable for OSP outside plant pathways when installed in conduit and bonded/grounded per code and site standards.

Key Performance Advantages

• Signal integrity over distance – An 18 AWG solid bare copper center conductor provides low resistance and consistent impedance, helping maintain picture quality and RF levels on longer outdoor runs.
• Robust EMI/RFI protection – A 95% bare copper braid delivers high shielding effectiveness to reduce interference from motors, generators, HVAC equipment, and high-density electrical rooms common in industrial sites.
• Outdoor-ready jacket – A durable black jacket supports exposed routes on rooftops, exterior walls, and pole-mounted equipment when installed with proper hardware and weatherproofing practices.

Typical Integration Points

• Headend equipment – DVRs/NVR encoders, modulators, splitters/taps, amplifiers, combiners, and surge protection at building entry.
• Field devices – Fixed and PTZ cameras, external preamps, satellite LNBs, and OTA antennas.
• Connectivity – Compression F-type or BNC connectors rated for outdoor use with weather-sealing boots and proper grounding blocks.

Industries and Environments We Serve

• Commercial campuses – Corporate parks, multi-building office sites, retail centers, and mixed-use developments.
• Industrial and manufacturing – Plants, distribution warehouses, yards, and high-interference environments that benefit from high braid coverage.
• Transportation – Airports, seaports, rail and transit hubs, and parking structures supporting cameras and RF antennas across large outdoor areas.
• Municipal and public sector – City surveillance, traffic intersections, public spaces, and public safety facilities.
• Education and healthcare – Campus-wide surveillance and RF distribution across multiple buildings and outdoor common areas.
• Hospitality, entertainment, and sports – Stadiums, arenas, resorts, and event venues requiring reliable coax for broadcast feeds, security cameras, and MATV/CATV.

Best Practices for Outdoor and OSP Outside Plant Installations

1. Pathway selection – Use rigid or flexible conduit for inter-building and rooftop segments. For OSP outside plant, follow local codes for conduit depth, separation from power, and building-entry protection.
2. Grounding and bonding – Bond shields at building entries to approved grounding systems. Use grounding blocks, surge protection, and proper lightning protection for masts and poles.
3. Connectorization – Use compression connectors rated for outdoor exposure; weatherproof all connections with boots/tape and drip loops.
4. Signal planning – Account for distance and insertion losses. Add distribution amplifiers or preamps where needed, and use quality splitters/taps matched to the system design.
5. Cable routing – Maintain separation from high-voltage conductors and heavy machinery. Secure cables with UV-stable supports and avoid sharp bends.

Why Spec RG6 from Windy City Wire

• Reliability at scale – Consistent construction with solid bare copper conductors and high-coverage copper braid to meet commercial uptime expectations.
• Versatility – One cable family that supports CCTV, RF distribution, and antenna connections across outdoor routes and building exteriors.
• Project support – Application guidance for pathway selection, grounding, and compatible components to keep projects compliant and on schedule.

Get Started

Whether you are extending surveillance coverage, building a MATV/CATV headend, or connecting antennas across a campus, our outdoor cable solutions help deliver clean signals and long-term reliability. Contact Windy City Wire for specification support, takeoff assistance, and a quote for your next outdoor wire and cable project.

Frequently Asked Questions: Outdoor RG6 Cables

• What AWG conductors are available with these SmartWire Outdoor RG6 Cables?

  These SmartWire Outdoor RG6 cables are built with an 18 AWG center conductor.

• What other colors are these SmartWire Outdoor RG6 Cables available in?

  Standard jacket color is Black. Contact Windy City Wire for customization options.

• Are these SmartWire Outdoor RG6 Cables made with solid or stranded copper conductors?

  They feature an 18 AWG solid bare copper center conductor with a 95% bare copper braid shield.

• What lengths are these SmartWire Outdoor RG6 Cables sold in?

  They are sold in 1,000 ft lengths. At Windy City Wire, we manufacture and stock SmartWire Outdoor wire in 1,000 ft as our standard length.

• How is your SmartWire low-voltage Outdoor wire sold — on spools or in boxes?

  Our SmartWire Outdoor wire is packaged in our patented RackPack carton for efficient pulls and handling. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview

• What are the main differences between RG59 and RG6 cables?

  Both are 75-ohm coaxial cables, but RG6 has a larger diameter and thicker dielectric, delivering lower attenuation and better performance at higher frequencies and over longer runs. RG59 is thinner, with higher loss, making it better suited to shorter, lower-frequency applications like legacy analog CCTV. RG6 typically uses a larger center conductor (often 18 AWG, as in our SmartWire RG6) and more robust shielding, supporting HD video, CATV, and satellite over longer distances.

• What are some distinctions between BACnet, RS-232, and RS-485 cables?

  BACnet is a building automation protocol, not a specific cable; when run over BACnet MS/TP it uses the RS-485 physical layer and therefore benefits from a 120-ohm, twisted-pair (often shielded) cable. RS-232 is single-ended, point-to-point, and short-range (typically up to about 50 ft), using separate conductors for TX/RX/GND and generally does not require impedance-controlled twisted pair. RS-485 is differential, supports multi-drop networks, and long distances (up to thousands of feet); it requires a 120-ohm twisted pair (2-wire for half-duplex or 4-wire for full-duplex), commonly with shielding for noise immunity.

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