How to Customize RG6 and RG59 with a Trusted Coaxial Cable Manufacturer

For commercial installers, security integrators, and system engineers, standard off-the-shelf cabling often falls short of complex project requirements in 2026. Whether you are wiring a sprawling industrial facility or integrating systems designed by smart lighting manufacturers, working with a trusted coaxial cable manufacturer to customize your infrastructure is a highly effective strategy.

This guide outlines the step-by-step process of specifying and customizing coaxial cables to meet your exact project demands.

Why Custom Coaxial Cables?

Every installation environment presents unique challenges. Customizing your cables allows you to address specific technical and environmental needs:

• Composite Solutions: For CCTV installations, running separate video and power lines is labor-intensive. A custom RG59+2C (Siamese cable) combines a video coaxial cable with two power wires in a single jacket, significantly reducing installation time.
• Environmental Protection: Standard PVC jackets degrade when exposed to sunlight. For outdoor or underground routing, customizing your cables with waterproof, UV-resistant Polyethylene (PE) jackets or adding anti-rodent armoring provides long-lasting durability.

Custom Coaxial Cables Solution

Step 1: Specify Your Application (CCTV, TV, or Broadband)

The first step in customization is communicating the primary application to your manufacturer. Different systems require different impedance and frequency capabilities:

• RG6: Features a thicker center conductor, making it highly suitable for high-frequency, high-bandwidth applications such as HD television, broadband internet, and digital video routing.
• RG59: Thinner and more flexible, making it the industry standard for lower-frequency baseband analog CCTV security systems where shorter runs are typical.
• RG11: For extended distances where signal loss is a concern (such as long-distance outdoor trunk lines), RG11 is often recommended due to its low attenuation over long runs.

Step 2: Choose the Right Shielding Percentage

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) can severely degrade video and data signals. Coaxial cables mitigate this using a combination of aluminum foil and a metallic braiding shield. When customizing, you can specify the braid coverage percentage based on your environment's noise level.

• 60% Braid Coverage: Suitable for standard residential or low-interference commercial environments.
• 90% to 95% Braid Coverage: Highly recommended for industrial facilities, hospitals, or areas with dense electrical wiring where EMI is high.

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Step 3: Select the Appropriate Connectors

A premium cable requires matching hardware to maintain signal integrity. When ordering custom lengths, consider having the manufacturer pre-terminate the cables with appropriate connectors. For instance, pairing an outdoor RG59 cable with customized waterproof BNC connectors provides a highly stable connection that resists moisture ingress in harsh weather conditions.

The Customization Process at GHT Cable

Partnering with a capable factory makes customization straightforward. GHT Cable follows a transparent, four-step process for OEM/ODM clients:

• Requirement Communication: You share your technical specifications, application environment, and target budget.
• Rapid Sampling: Our engineering team creates a customized prototype (e.g., a specific RG59+2C configuration with custom jacket printing) for your evaluation.
• Testing and Confirmation: The sample undergoes rigorous impedance and structural return loss testing. You evaluate the sample to ensure it meets your standards.
• Mass Production: Once approved, we move to bulk manufacturing, maintaining strict quality control and predictable lead times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I request custom printing on the cable jacket?

A: Yes. GHT Cable supports custom jacket printing, including your company logo, specific length markings (meters/feet), and compliance information.

Q2: What is the benefit of RG59+2C over standard RG59?

A: RG59+2C (Siamese cable) includes an attached power wire, allowing you to transmit both the video signal and power to a security camera using a single cable run, streamlining the installation process.