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

The Mercury Eco RG6 is a 75 Ohm coaxial cable built with a solid copper-clad steel (CCS) conductor, foam polyethylene dielectric, aluminium/PET foil screen, and an aluminium braid beneath a white PVC outer sheath. The 1mm conductor diameter and 6.6mm overall cable diameter sit within the RG6 specification, making this cable compatible with standard RG6 F-connectors and satellite/TV distribution equipment.

Designed for digital TV aerial distribution, satellite dish downleads, and CCTV camera runs where a professional-grade coaxial is required but pure copper conductor is not specified, the Mercury Eco offers low attenuation across the 5MHz to 2150MHz frequency range used by terrestrial TV, satellite LNBs and DVB-T2 signals. The 100m reel length suits house rewires, multi-room installations and commercial distribution systems where cable is run from a central splitter to wall plates across multiple rooms.

The foam PE dielectric reduces signal loss compared to solid polyethylene, while the dual-layer screening (aluminium foil plus aluminium braid) provides rejection of external interference from mains wiring, radio transmitters and mobile signals. The white sheath blends into ceilings and skirting in residential installs, and the reel carries metric cut markers every metre to simplify measuring and costing on-site. At 3.8kg per 100m reel, the cable is light enough for loft runs without needing additional support brackets every few metres.

The solid CCS conductor maintains signal integrity over longer runs than stranded copper-clad aluminium alternatives, though it is less flexible and requires care when routing tight bends. Installers should observe a minimum bend radius of approximately 50mm to avoid kinking the foam dielectric, which would degrade impedance and increase return loss. The cable is rated for indoor use and protected outdoor runs (within conduit or trunking); it does not carry a UV-stabilised sheath for direct burial or prolonged sun exposure.

What's the difference between CCS and pure copper conductor?

Copper-clad steel (CCS) has a steel core with a copper outer layer, giving mechanical strength and reasonable conductivity at lower cost than solid copper. It performs well for RF signals in the MHz-GHz range used by TV and satellite, but is less flexible and harder to strip than pure copper. For typical domestic TV and satellite installations under 50m, CCS provides sufficient signal integrity.

Can this cable be used for outdoor aerial or satellite dish runs?

Yes, provided the cable is protected from direct UV exposure and water ingress. Run the cable inside conduit, trunking or clipped under eaves where it is shaded. The white PVC sheath is not UV-stabilised, so prolonged sun exposure will degrade the jacket over time. Do not bury the cable directly in soil.

What connectors does RG6 cable use?

Standard F-connectors designed for RG6 cable. The 6.6mm outer diameter and 1mm conductor diameter match the dimensions required for compression or crimp F-connectors available from most AV and satellite suppliers. Strip the cable to expose 10mm of conductor, ensuring the braid does not short to the centre pin.

How much signal loss should I expect over a 20m run?

At 860MHz (typical for Freeview HD signals), the maximum attenuation is 20.1dB per 100m, so a 20m run would lose approximately 4dB. At 2150MHz (satellite LNB frequency), the loss increases to around 6.7dB over 20m. These values assume the cable is not kinked and all connectors are properly fitted.