{"product_id":"parts-express-coaxial-surge-protector-f-male-to-f-female","title":"Parts Express Coaxial Surge Protector F‑male to F‑female","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Parts Express Cable TV In-Line Coaxial Surge Protector is a compact F-male to F-female protector that guards coax-fed devices from lightning and high-voltage surges without disrupting signal transmission.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany homeowners and installers protect TVs, DVRs, and routers with power strip surge protectors but overlook the coaxial cable that can conduct destructive lightning energy directly into set‑top boxes, distribution amplifiers, splitters, and other media gear. This inline unit installs between coax runs and the device, using a patented gas-tube style suppression element to divert dangerous transients while remaining transparent to analog and digital signals up to video frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly does the protector respond to a spike?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis protector reacts extremely fast, designed to clamp incoming surges in about 100 nanoseconds, minimizing the pulse energy that reaches connected equipment. It’s engineered to handle high-current events repeatedly within its rated life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTypical attack time: 0.0000001 second (100 ns)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum test discharge current: 10,000 A (8\/20 µs waveform)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSurge life: rated for multiple test pulses and repeated smaller events\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsertion loss: under 0.2 dB for minimal signal impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this affect my cable TV, satellite, or broadband signal quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo — it is built to be transparent to both analog and digital bi-directional signals and maintains excellent return-loss performance for video frequencies. The device keeps signal degradation negligible so picture and data pass through cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVideo bandwidth: specified to 1500 MHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReturn loss (75 ohms): about 16 dB (VSWR ~1.38) through 500 MHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsertion loss: less than 0.2 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports HFC and FTTC broadband network applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the physical and electrical limits I should know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe protector is small and installs inline on standard F-type coax connectors, yet it’s rated to tolerate significant surge energy and typical DC\/AC pass-through used in many installations. Observe its maximum pass-through voltage and current when used in systems that feed DC power over coax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDimensions: approximately 1.39\" long × 0.82\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower passing capability: up to 50 V peak-to-peak (36 V RMS), and 10 A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaximum surge voltage spec: scaled relative to coax loop resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSurge life: tested for hundreds of specified surge pulses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is this different from other surge protectors for coax lines?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis unit uses a patented in-line gas tube suppression design optimized for customer premises and DSS-style wireless applications. It is intended for direct installation on coax runs where fast response and low insertion loss are priorities, offering a balance of robust clamp capability and minimal impact on signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePatented gas-tube lightning surge suppression technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for HFC\/FTTC and DSS environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransparent to bi-directional analog and digital signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact form factor for easy inline placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Installers, homeowners, and system integrators who need an affordable, compact safeguard for cable boxes, satellite receivers, distribution amplifiers, splitters, and other coax-connected electronics will find this Parts Express inline protector useful. It’s especially suited to premises where coaxial runs cross exposed paths or where equipment value and uptime justify added lightning and surge protection without sacrificing signal fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I leave this protector permanently inline with my cable box?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It’s designed for continuous inline use and keeps signal loss under 0.2 dB while providing surge protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will it block DC power passed through the coax?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. It allows DC up to its rated pass-through (50 V peak-to-peak, 10 A) for devices that require power over coax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Parts Express","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48412849897629,"sku":"B01L5JN0UQ","price":16.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/9596\/1757\/files\/parts-express-inline-coaxial-surge-protector-front-view.jpg?v=1781251851","url":"https:\/\/nexoltic.com\/products\/parts-express-coaxial-surge-protector-f-male-to-f-female","provider":"Nexoltic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}