On May 20, 8:16*am, "Colbyt" wrote:
"Daniel Prince" wrote in message

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How long do RG-6 cables that are not exposed to direct sunlight
usually last?

How long do RG-6 cables that are exposed to direct sunlight usually
last?

Thank you in advance for all replies.
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The orange SE type is good for at least 17 years of sunlight exposure.

The black used inside is good for at least 20.

All of mine are working well. *I think the orange exterior received a new
end connector about 5 years ago.

Colbyt

I ended up replacing some tan twin coax cable in my house - of
indeterminate age - a few years ago. I suspect it was decades old...
it still worked, but when I tried to use a HD cable box it choked.
Ran new RG6 quad and things got better, but it wasn't until I replaced
a 4-way splitter with a 2-way that it worked 100%. I suspect that a
powered splitter would be required for more than two cable drops, or
else calling the cable company and asking them to turn up the gain a
little.

nate