DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour - Cable

Summary: DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour - Cable

DAS DragonSkin 2‑Hour Cable — Reliable low‑voltage pathways for in‑building wireless and public safety systems

Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low‑voltage cables in Bolingbrook, IL for commercial and industrial applications that demand consistent performance and dependable project delivery. Our DAS DragonSkin 2‑Hour cables provide a robust, fire‑resistive pathway for critical RF circuits in Distributed Antenna System (DAS) and public safety radio (ERRCS) deployments, helping integrators, contractors and facility teams meet stringent survivability requirements while maintaining signal integrity from headend to remote units.

How our DAS cable products and solutions add value

• Two‑hour fire‑resistive performance for mission‑critical RF circuits where survivability is required by the local Authority Having Jurisdiction for public safety DAS and in‑building wireless systems.
• Corrugated aluminum shielding delivers mechanical durability and stable RF characteristics, supporting low‑loss signal performance across long vertical and horizontal runs.
• Red jacket supports clear identification of life‑safety and public safety radio pathways across large projects and multi‑trade environments.
• Low‑voltage design tailored for DAS, BDA headend connections, and remote unit feeders in enterprise, healthcare, education, hospitality and industrial facilities.
• U.S. manufacturing provides consistent quality and dependable availability for complex, schedule‑driven builds.
• End‑to‑end support with a focused product lineup for DAS cable and related accessories to simplify sourcing and standardize deployments across portfolios.

Where DAS DragonSkin 2‑Hour cable fits

• Public safety DAS / ERRCS systems requiring a two‑hour fire‑resistive RF pathway
• In‑building wireless enhancements for large commercial facilities and campuses
• Transit, healthcare, education and industrial environments with long risers and harsh pulls

Available constructions in this category

• Corrugated Aluminum Shielded Coax, Red Jacket (DragonSkin 2‑Hour)
  A rugged, fire‑resistive DAS cable with corrugated aluminum shielding for mechanical strength and consistent RF performance. The red outer jacket supports straightforward identification and routing in life‑safety pathways.

Project advantages with Windy City Wire

• Purpose‑built low‑voltage DAS cable designed for commercial and industrial environments
• Responsive technical and sales support to match cable selections to code and project requirements
• Ability to standardize across sites; custom SmartWire jacket and stripe colors are available to support organizational identification needs—contact our team for details
• Consistent lead times and nationwide distribution for rollout schedules
• 19 locations nationwide for quick delivery

Count on Windy City Wire for your next DAS project

Whether you are deploying public safety DAS in a high‑rise or expanding in‑building wireless coverage across a multi‑building campus, Windy City Wire provides DAS cable products and solutions that help keep work moving, support compliance goals and protect signal performance. Speak with our team to review specifications, get application guidance and align on the right DAS DragonSkin 2‑Hour cable for your build.

Note: Always verify applicable codes and standards with your AHJ for each project and jurisdiction.

Solutions: DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour - Cable

DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour – Cable is purpose-built for in-building wireless coverage and public safety communication systems that must remain operational during fire events. This fire-resistive DAS cable supports 2-hour survivability objectives and provides a dependable RF path for bi-directional amplifiers (BDAs), repeaters, remote units, and passive distribution components across complex facilities. With a high-visibility red jacket for quick identification and a rugged corrugated aluminum shield for consistent RF performance, it is a practical choice for public safety DAS, ERRCS, and commercial cellular DAS deployments.

Where this DAS cable is used in a system

• Head-end to riser backbone: Feeder runs from the BDA or DAS head-end to remote nodes and floor-level distribution points.
• Horizontal distribution: Connections from remotes to antennas through passive components such as tappers, splitters, and couplers.
• Donor and utility segments: RF links to rooftop donor antennas or equipment rooms where survivability and signal integrity are critical.
• Equipment interconnects: Short jumper segments to and from filters, combiners, and monitoring devices when specified by the design.

Types of DAS and RF applications supported

• Public Safety DAS and ERRCS for first responder radio coverage (VHF, UHF, 700/800 MHz, and other licensed public safety bands as designed).
• Commercial cellular DAS (iDAS and oDAS), including multi-operator and neutral host systems supporting LTE and 5G in-building wireless.
• Specialty RF systems in arenas, tunnels, transit corridors, and industrial plants where continuous communications are required.

Key construction notes that matter on the job

• Red Jacket: High-visibility identification helps streamline inspection and maintenance for life-safety communication pathways.
• Corrugated Aluminum Shielding: Provides mechanical durability and stable RF performance across passive DAS components and connectors when installed per manufacturer best practices.
• 2-Hour Fire-Resistive Design: Helps meet system survivability objectives often required by Authorities Having Jurisdiction for public safety radio systems and critical operations.

Common integrations and components

• BDAs, repeaters, and DAS head-end equipment.
• Remote radio units, MIMO remotes, and service-specific remotes.
• Passive RF components: splitters, tappers, couplers, loads, and attenuators.
• Donor antennas, indoor antennas (ceiling/wall), and specialized public safety antenna types.
• Grounding and bonding hardware appropriate for RF systems installation.
• System monitoring and alarms where required by the design and AHJ.

Industries and facilities that benefit

• Healthcare: hospitals, medical centers, labs, and life-safety critical environments.
• Commercial real estate: high-rise office towers, mixed-use buildings, and large campuses.
• Public venues: stadiums, arenas, convention centers, and entertainment facilities.
• Transportation and infrastructure: airports, rail and transit hubs, tunnels, and ports.
• Education and public sector: universities, K–12, municipal buildings, and courthouses.
• Industrial and logistics: manufacturing, distribution centers, energy and utility sites.
• Hospitality and retail: hotels, resorts, casinos, shopping centers, and big-box retail.
• Data centers and mission-critical facilities requiring continuous in-building wireless.

Why spec a 2-hour DAS cable for public safety and in-building wireless

• Supports continuity of operations for first responder communications during a fire event.
• Helps simplify design coordination with AHJs that require survivable RF pathways.
• Enables clear cable identification in shared pathways and crowded risers.
• Provides consistent RF performance when paired with compatible DAS components and connectors.

Planning considerations

• Coordinate frequency bands, power levels, and PIM/VSWR targets with the system designer to ensure proper component matching.
• Follow best practices for bend radius, support spacing, grounding/bonding, and connector terminations to maintain RF integrity.
• Use cable routing and protection methods that preserve the 2-hour survivability objective throughout the pathway.
• Document pathways and label endpoints to streamline commissioning, testing, and future expansions.

How Windy City Wire supports your DAS deployment

• Dedicated support for contractors, integrators, and OEMs deploying public safety DAS and in-building wireless.
• Product guidance for selecting the appropriate DAS cable, connectors, and passive components for your frequency bands and architecture.
• Reliable availability and project coordination to keep installations on schedule.
• Trusted partner with companies like RFS, ADRF, Westell and others.

Whether you are building a public safety DAS (ERRCS) in a high-rise, extending coverage in a hospital, or delivering in-building cellular coverage for a large venue, Windy City Wire’s DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour – Cable offers a resilient, clearly identifiable RF pathway designed for modern code-driven environments. Engage our team early for submittal support, take-offs, and coordination with your DAS designer to ensure the cable specification aligns with performance and survivability requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions: DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour - Cable

• What constructions are available with this DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour - Cable?

  Corrugated aluminum shielded DAS coax with a Red jacket, supplied on 1,000 ft spools.

• What other colors is this DAS DragonSkin 2-Hour - Cable available in?

  This model is offered in Red only.

• Do you stock 1/2" Coax DAS Cable?

  Yes, we stock 1/2” coax for all survivability requirements.

• Who are Windy City Wire's valued partners in the DAS market?

  Windy City Wire is proud to partner with companies like RFS, ADRF, Westell, iBwave, GWave, RFI and others. Additional partner information can be found at https://windycitywire.com/resource-cetner/das

• Can DAS cables be RackPacked?

  No, DAS cables cannot be RackPacked as these spools of cable are large and not conducive to being used with the SmartWire RackPack solution.

• Do the DAS cables work with the RackPack Transportation devices?

  No, the spools are much larger than the RackPack boxes.

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• DAS ROM/BOM Request Form
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• Our Transporters - RackPack Transportation Devices
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