Triax Self-Install IEC Connector

Cabelcon is launching two new IEC connectors for easy installation without compression tools. These connectors are equipped with the same internal components as compression connectors to ensure excellent shielding values - including transfer impedance - according to Class A standards.

It is well known that many IEC connectors intended for customer installation are of poor quality. While they are easy to assemble, their shielding performance is far from suitable for use in modern HFC networks. This is becoming increasingly important with the operation of more and more radio and cable network services, along with the rapid increase of radio terminals operating in the same frequency bands. An example is the new LTE network, which operates in the 800 MHz band. LTE will include the former TV channels 68 and 69, and poorly shielded cables and connectors can therefore cause significant issues for network services. The new Cabelcon Self-Install connectors are not only safe to use, but they can also be easily assembled by anyone using common household tools.

The cable tolerances for this connector are generous. Currently, the new IEC connectors are only available in size 5.1, but they are also compatible with most 4.9 cables.