SUMMARY
The pulse delay time for a 20-foot coax cable can be calculated using the relationship between speed, distance, and time. Electrical pulses travel at approximately 2/3 the speed of light (c) in standard BNC coax cables. For a 20-foot cable, the pulse delay time is determined by the formula time = distance/speed. Therefore, using the speed of 2/3 c, the pulse delay time can be accurately calculated.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of the speed of light (c)
- Familiarity with the concept of electrical signal propagation in coaxial cables
- Basic knowledge of the formula for speed, distance, and time
- Knowledge of BNC coax cable specifications
NEXT STEPS
- Calculate pulse delay time for different lengths of coax cables
- Research the speed of electrical signals in various types of coax cables
- Explore the impact of cable quality on signal speed
- Learn about signal integrity and its relation to pulse delay in coaxial systems
USEFUL FOR
Electrical engineers, telecommunications professionals, and students studying signal transmission in coaxial cables will benefit from this discussion.
