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Armor
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A braid or wrapping of metal, usually steel, used for mechanizal protection. Generally placed over the outer sheath.
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Armored Cable
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A cable having a metallic covering for protection against mechanical injury
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Attenuation
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Power loss in an electrical system. In cables, generally expressed in dB per unit length, usually 100 ft.
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AWG
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Abbreviation for American Wire Gauge
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Building Wire
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Wire used for light and power, 600 volts or less, usually not exposed to outdoor environment
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