Hikvision RG59 Cable With Power 100M

Hikvision RG59 Siamese Cable with Power — 100 Metre Reel

The Hikvision RG59 Siamese Cable with Power is a manufacturer-specified coaxial and power cable designed for Hikvision analogue and HD-over-coax CCTV camera installations. It combines an RG59 coaxial core for video transmission with an integrated 2-core power conductor in a single bonded jacket, enabling simultaneous video and power delivery to cameras over a single cable pull. The 100-metre reel is suited to small to medium camera installations and to individual long runs where a single reel covers one or two camera positions from a centralised head-end.

As a Hikvision-manufactured cable, it is engineered and tested specifically for compatibility with Hikvision’s DVR, NVR, and HD-over-coax camera range — including Turbo HD (HD-TVI), AHD, and analogue CVBS systems. This single-vendor approach to cable and camera specification reduces compatibility risk on Hikvision-centric deployments and simplifies procurement, installation sign-off, and ongoing maintenance.

Video Transmission — RG59 Coaxial Core

The Hikvision RG59 coaxial core uses a solid copper centre conductor for video transmission. Hikvision’s product specification calls out solid copper as a deliberate material choice — delivering lower DC resistance per metre than copper-clad steel (CCS) alternatives, which directly reduces signal attenuation over the length of the run. Solid copper maintains consistent performance at the upper end of the cable’s transmission distance range, where conductor resistance has the greatest effect on received signal level.

The coaxial core maintains 75-ohm impedance — the standard for video transmission applications. This impedance match between cable, camera BNC output, and DVR BNC input minimises signal reflection and preserves video quality from camera to recorder across the full run length.

The high-density braid shield provides strong shielding effectiveness against electromagnetic interference. Hikvision specifies high braiding density as a key performance parameter — a denser braid coverage reduces interference coupling into the coaxial core, which is particularly relevant in installations where coaxial cable runs share conduit or trunking with power cabling, or pass through electrically noisy areas such as plant rooms, distribution boards, and lift shafts.

The cable supports the following video transmission standards:

• Analogue CVBS — Standard definition composite video, up to 300m
• HD-TVI (Turbo HD) — Hikvision HD-over-coax at 1080p, 4MP, 5MP, and 4K/8MP resolutions
• AHD — Analogue High Definition over coax
• HD-CVI — Compatible with CVI-based HD-over-coax cameras

Power Core

The integrated power core carries two conductors running parallel to the coaxial core within the shared outer jacket. This 18/2 configuration — two 18 AWG conductors, positive and negative — delivers DC power from a centralised CCTV PSU or individual camera power adapters to the camera at each run end.

At 100 metres per reel, individual camera runs may approach or reach the practical voltage drop limit for 12V DC camera installations. The 18 AWG conductor gauge supports the following DC power delivery guidelines:

• 12V DC cameras at 300–500mA — Reliable power delivery up to approximately 30–40 metres per run
• 24V AC supply — Reduces the impact of voltage drop on longer individual runs, extending effective power delivery range

For runs approaching or exceeding 40 metres with 12V DC supply, a voltage drop calculation should be performed based on the specific camera’s current draw before installation. Cameras receiving below their minimum operating voltage exhibit image instability, IR illuminator failure, and initialisation errors that are frequently misdiagnosed as camera faults. Where longer power runs are required, a 24V AC step-down supply at the camera end, or a higher-voltage PSU output, is the standard mitigation.

Cable Construction and Flame Resistance

The Hikvision RG59 Siamese Cable is constructed with a flame-retardant PVC outer jacket. This jacket compound limits flame propagation along the cable surface in the event of a localised ignition source — a relevant safety provision for camera cables routed through ceiling voids, wall cavities, and equipment rooms where fire spread via cable runs is a known risk pathway.

The siamese profile bonds the coaxial and power sections along their length, allowing the installer to split and separate both cores cleanly at each termination point without cutting into either conductor. This construction simplifies BNC termination at the camera head and DC connector connection at the PSU end, reducing termination time per camera position compared to separate coaxial and power cable pulls.

Coaxial core construction summary:

• Centre conductor: Solid copper (full gauge, full length)
• Dielectric: Polyethylene insulation
• Shield: High-density braided copper coverage
• Impedance: 75 ohms

Power core construction summary:

• Conductors: 2 × 18 AWG
• Insulation: PVC, colour-coded
• Supported voltage: 12V DC / 24V AC

Hikvision Ecosystem Integration

The Hikvision RG59 Siamese Cable is specified for direct use with Hikvision’s analogue and HD-over-coax DVR systems and cameras. Key integration considerations within the Hikvision ecosystem include:

Turbo HD compatibility — Hikvision’s Turbo HD (HD-TVI) cameras and DVRs transmit and receive HD video signals over RG59 coaxial cable without active conversion hardware. The Hikvision RG59 cable’s solid copper conductor and high braid density are consistent with the signal integrity requirements of 1080p, 4MP, 5MP, and 4K Turbo HD transmission over the standard maximum distances.

ePoE distance extension — Select Hikvision NVRs and PoE switches support extended transmission distance modes (ePoE) that extend powered video transmission beyond the standard 100-metre limit on point-to-point coaxial runs. Cable quality — specifically conductor material and shield density — directly affects the achievable ePoE distance. The Hikvision RG59 cable’s solid copper construction supports maximum ePoE performance on compatible Hikvision equipment.

Single-vendor installation — Using Hikvision cable alongside Hikvision cameras, DVRs, and PSUs provides a fully Hikvision-warranted installation. This simplifies technical support, fault isolation, and warranty claim processes on Hikvision-specified projects where multi-vendor component interactions would otherwise complicate root cause analysis.

Installation Characteristics

The 100-metre reel covers smaller camera installation volumes than the 200m and 300m unbranded variants — typically 3–6 camera runs depending on individual run lengths. This format suits single-storey commercial premises, small retail units, residential properties with perimeter coverage, and large-site installations where each 100m reel is allocated to a specific zone or building section.

Cable routing should maintain separation from mains AC power cabling where possible. Where crossings are unavoidable, routing at 90 degrees minimises electromagnetic interference coupling onto the coaxial core. The flame-retardant jacket provides additional safety margin in ceiling void and enclosed space installations where cable routing near heat sources cannot always be avoided.

Supported Applications

The Hikvision RG59 Siamese Cable with Power supports the following CCTV and security applications:

• Hikvision Turbo HD (HD-TVI) — 720p, 1080p, 4MP, 5MP, and 4K/8MP over coax
• Hikvision Analogue CVBS — Standard definition camera systems
• AHD — Analogue High Definition over coax
• HD-CVI — HD-over-coax camera systems
• IR Bullet and Dome Cameras — Fixed analogue and HD-over-coax with integrated IR illumination
• PTZ Cameras — 12V DC and 24V AC pan-tilt-zoom installations (voltage drop calculation required on longer runs)
• Small to Medium DVR Systems — 4, 8, and 16-channel Hikvision DVR deployments
• Residential and SME Security Installations — Single-building CCTV infrastructure with centralised DVR head-end

Ideal Users

• Hikvision-Certified Security Installers and Integrators — The Hikvision RG59 cable is the manufacturer-specified cabling component for Hikvision analogue and Turbo HD camera deployments. Using Hikvision cable alongside Hikvision cameras and DVRs maintains single-vendor installation integrity, simplifies warranty claims, and ensures the cabling layer is matched to the signal requirements of the camera and recorder combination.
• CCTV Installers on Residential and Small Commercial Projects — The 100-metre reel is matched to smaller installation volumes — residential properties, small retail units, and single-floor commercial premises — where individual run lengths are typically under 40 metres and a single reel covers the full camera count. The combined video and power construction reduces installation time per camera compared to pulling separate coaxial and power cables.
• Security Systems Integrators Upgrading Analogue Installations to HD-over-Coax — Where existing RG59 infrastructure is being replaced or extended during a Hikvision Turbo HD upgrade, using Hikvision’s own RG59 cable ensures the new cabling layer is fully matched to the HD-TVI signal requirements — including solid copper conductor performance at 4K/8MP transmission distances.
• Facilities Managers on Sites Without IP Network Infrastructure — For remote buildings, car parks, and perimeter areas where IP network connectivity is unavailable or cost-prohibitive, Hikvision RG59 siamese cable provides a self-contained video and power solution that operates independently of network infrastructure, with direct BNC connection to Hikvision DVRs.
• Electrical and Security Contractors Maintaining Existing Hikvision Systems — For maintenance, extension, and repair work on installed Hikvision analogue or Turbo HD systems, using the manufacturer’s own RG59 cable ensures cable specification consistency across original and extended runs — avoiding impedance or conductor quality mismatches at join points that would degrade signal integrity on the extended channel.

Coaxial Core Specifications

Power Core Specifications

Transmission Distance Reference

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