Mercury Eco RG6 Foamed PE Coaxial Cable - Aluminium Braid Black 100m

The Mercury Eco RG6 is a 75 Ohm coaxial cable built around a 1mm solid copper-clad steel (CCS) conductor, surrounded by a 4.6mm foam polyethylene dielectric, aluminium/PET foil screen, and 48-strand aluminium braid under a black PVC outer sheath. The cable measures 6.6mm in diameter and is supplied on a 100m reel with cut markers for convenient sectioning during installation.

Designed for satellite dish downlinks, digital TV aerial distribution, and CCTV camera runs, the RG6 handles frequencies from 5MHz to 2150MHz with attenuation performance that sits between RG59 and quad-shield RG6. The foam dielectric reduces signal loss compared to solid polyethylene cores, while the aluminium braid and foil screen provide shielding against electromagnetic interference from mains cables and wireless signals.

The solid CCS conductor provides mechanical rigidity for permanent installation runs where the cable is clipped along walls, run through conduit or buried in shallow trunking. The 100m reel length supports full-house installations, multi-camera CCTV systems and commercial satellite distribution without mid-run joints that can degrade signal quality. The cable weighs 3.8kg per 100m reel, making it lighter than quad-shield equivalents while still meeting typical domestic and light commercial installation requirements.

What's the difference between RG6 and RG59 coaxial cable?

RG6 has a thicker 1mm conductor and larger dielectric compared to RG59's 0.81mm conductor, resulting in lower signal loss over longer runs. RG6 is the standard for satellite dish installations and digital TV distribution where cable runs exceed 15-20m, while RG59 is typically used for shorter CCTV camera runs.

Is this suitable for outdoor use?

The black PVC sheath provides basic UV resistance for sheltered outdoor runs such as under eaves or through conduit. For direct burial or extended UV exposure, a double-sheathed or gel-filled variant would be preferable. The cable is not rated for wet or underground installation without additional protection.

What connectors does RG6 cable use?

RG6 uses F-type connectors for satellite and terrestrial TV installations, and BNC connectors for CCTV and professional video applications. Crimp-on or compression F-connectors provide the most reliable connection — push-on connectors are acceptable for temporary installations but prone to loosening over time.

How much signal loss should I expect on a 50m run?

At typical satellite frequencies around 1000MHz, this cable shows 22.2dB maximum attenuation per 100m, so a 50m run would see approximately 11dB loss. Most satellite LNBs output 90-100dB signal strength, leaving sufficient margin for a receiver to lock onto channels even after a 50m cable run.