RG-58 is a special type of cable that is most generally used for wiring purposes. It is used to run low power signals and in conjunction with RF (Radio Frequency) connectors.

The “RG” stands for radio guide, and was originally a specification used by the military to help classify different cables, but since then has become obsolete over the years as a result of lack of use.

This cable is often used to transfer signals in various laboratories, with the use on BNC connectors that are usually found on some of the test equipment found in the labs. These cables were once used in “thin” Ethernet connections, but are now largely replaced by Cat5 and Cat5e cables and WiFi internet components.

The cable can also be used for moderately high frequencies. However, the signal itself depends a lot on the frequency used. (ex. 1.4 dB/m at 2 GHz)

What is a BNC connector?

A BNC Connector (Bayonet Neill-Concelman) is simply a radio frequency connector used for terminating a coaxial cable.The name comes from a combination of the two inventors of the device: Paul Neill and Carl Concelman. The “Bayonet” part of the name comes from the way it was planned to be developed, which involved a bayonet mount type mechanism used for locking it in place. Read more about BNC

What is a Cat5 cable?

Cat5 (Catergory 5) cable is a twisted pair type cable that is currently preferred in use with telephones and networks because of it’s high integrity. Many of these cables are unshielded, which means it is more subject to electromagnetic interference as opposed to the shielded cables. This type of cable has been outdone by the Cat5e cable, which can be used for carrying quite a few different signals, such as voice services, ATM, token rings, and are also used for general Ethernet. More on Cat5 cable

What is a Cat5e cable?

This type of cable has better specifications for far-end crosstalk, which is the interference between two different pairs in the same cable, measured by the end of the cable furthest from the transmitter. Even though these cables are designed to run better, they still abide by the strict 100 m cable rule. That is, no Cat5 cable may exceed a length of 100 m (328 ft) long. This type of cable is designed for use with long distance networks like the 100BASE-TX network and also is used for more basic 1000BASE-T networks.

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