Coaxial cable

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Coaxial cable is now the most common type of antenna cable. The common types of 75-ohm cable for TVs are:

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  Type:		 Center conductor: Cable diameter:
    RG-59	    20-23 gauge	    0.242 inches
    RG-6	     18 gauge		    0.265 inches
    RG-11	    14 gauge		    0.405 inches

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This author usually recommends RG-6 for all TV antennas. It can be stapled in place using a staple gun with common 9/16