{"product_id":"motorola-dsbdagndkit1","title":"Motorola DSBDAGNDKIT1 1\/2\" Coaxial Cable Grounding Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCoaxial Cable Grounding Kit for 1\/2\" Corrugated RF Transmission Lines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Motorola Solutions infrastructure grounding kit sourced from Fiplex Communications Inc (Supplier Item #: BDA-GNDKIT1) featuring 16 mm² copper lead and M8 lug.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eMotorola DSBDAGNDKIT1\u003c\/b\u003e (supplied directly by \u003cb\u003eFiplex Communications Inc\u003c\/b\u003e under Supplier Item #: \u003cb\u003eBDA-GNDKIT1\u003c\/b\u003e) is a commercial-grade coaxial cable grounding kit engineered to safeguard critical Land Mobile Radio (LMR), Bi-Directional Amplifier (BDA), and Emergency Radio Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES). Sourced directly from our verified inventory of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/two-way-radio-antennas-for-portables-mobiles-and-bases\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo-Way Radio Antennas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, this kit provides a direct, low-impedance electrical bond from the outer copper shield of 1\/2-inch corrugated coaxial cables directly to the facility or tower grounding system, neutralizing lightning strikes and power surges before they can reach sensitive active RF equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured with high-grade components for harsh indoor and outdoor installations, the \u003cb\u003eMotorola DSBDAGNDKIT1\u003c\/b\u003e utilizes a corrosion-resistant stainless steel clamping band engineered to conform smoothly around 1\/2-inch corrugated copper coaxial cable (such as HELIAX and Cellflex) without damaging the internal dielectric core. The pre-attached 500 mm (19.7-inch) bonding conductor is made of heavy-duty 16 mm² copper wire insulated in an outdoor UV-resistant black PVC jacket and terminated with a factory-crimped, tin-plated copper lug with an M8 (5\/16-inch) mounting hole. Tested to meet electrical grounding benchmarks under UL Standards (UL 467) and transient protection guidelines under IEEE Standards (IEEE C62.41), this assembly satisfies NFPA 1221, NFPA 1225, and International Fire Code (IFC) mandates for public safety in-building BDA systems. To comply with environmental protection benchmarks under IEC Standards (IEC 60529 IP68) and workplace safety protocols under OSHA Standards, the kit includes commercial butyl mastic sealant and heavy-duty vinyl tape to provide a weather-tight seal that locks out driving rain, ice, and atmospheric moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDedicated 1\/2-Inch Coaxial Fitment\u003c\/b\u003e: Form-fitted specifically for 1\/2-inch flexible and superflexible corrugated copper coaxial transmission lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOfficial Supplier Traceability\u003c\/b\u003e: Sourced from \u003cb\u003eFiplex Communications Inc\u003c\/b\u003e under Supplier Item #: \u003cb\u003eBDA-GNDKIT1\u003c\/b\u003e for seamless integration into Motorola public safety BDA systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeavy-Duty 16 mm² Copper Conductor\u003c\/b\u003e: Provides a low-impedance discharge path to earth ground for high-amperage lightning surges and static buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTin-Plated Copper M8 Terminal Lug\u003c\/b\u003e: Pre-terminated with an M8 (5\/16\") bolt-hole lug to ensure corrosion-resistant attachment to copper ground busbars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStainless Steel Clamping Hardware\u003c\/b\u003e: High-tensile stainless steel contact strap provides uniform radial pressure without kinking or pinching the coaxial cable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComprehensive Weatherproofing Included\u003c\/b\u003e: Supplied with commercial-grade butyl mastic sealant and vinyl electrical tape for an IP68 moisture-tight seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNFPA \u0026amp; IFC Code Compliant\u003c\/b\u003e: Aligns with NFPA 1221, NFPA 1225, and NEC grounding mandates for in-building emergency responder communication enhancements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUV-Resistant Protective Jacket\u003c\/b\u003e: Black PVC insulation shields the copper grounding wire from ultraviolet degradation, industrial chemicals, and abrasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Distribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotorola Solutions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiplex Communications Inc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier Item #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBDA-GNDKIT1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Model \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSBDAGNDKIT1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoaxial Cable Grounding Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget Cable Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in (12.7 mm) Corrugated Copper Coaxial Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Cable Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2\" HELIAX (LDF4-50A, FSJ4-50B, AVA4-50), Cellflex, etc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBonding Conductor Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-Conductivity Stranded Copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductor Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 mm² (Approx. 5–6 AWG Equivalent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGround Wire Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mm (19.7 in \/ ~1.64 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWire Jacket Insulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack UV-Resistant PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal Lug Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory-Crimped Tin-Plated Copper Lug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLug Hole Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle M8 (5\/16 in \/ 8.4 mm) Hole\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClamping Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel Band \u0026amp; Tension Clip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngress Protection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC 60529 IP68 (When sealed with included weatherproofing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°F to +185°F (-40°C to +85°C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Grounding Standards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL 467, IEEE C62.41, NEC Article 810\/820, NFPA 1221\/1225\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU \/ Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotorola \/ Fiplex 1\/2\" Coaxial Grounding Kit Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSBDAGNDKIT1 (BDA-GNDKIT1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Attached 500mm 16mm² Copper Lead with M8 Lug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel Contact Clamping Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Component\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eButyl Mastic Sealing Tape Roll\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeatherproofing Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Duty Black Vinyl Electrical Tape Roll\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeatherproofing Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFactory Installation Instruction Sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial Document\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Accessories \u0026amp; 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Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the relationship between Motorola DSBDAGNDKIT1 and Fiplex BDA-GNDKIT1?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Motorola catalog number \u003cb\u003eDSBDAGNDKIT1\u003c\/b\u003e represents the official distribution package manufactured by \u003cb\u003eFiplex Communications Inc\u003c\/b\u003e under Supplier Item #: \u003cb\u003eBDA-GNDKIT1\u003c\/b\u003e. Both part numbers refer to the exact same commercial-grade 1\/2-inch coaxial grounding assembly designed for public safety in-building bi-directional amplifier systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere along the coaxial cable run should this grounding kit be installed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndustry standards (including NFPA 1221\/1225 and Motorola R56 site standards) recommend installing grounding kits at three primary locations: near the antenna connection at the top of the tower or roof, at the bottom of the vertical cable run prior to horizontal routing, and immediately outside the building entrance hatch plate before the cable enters the equipment shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat size coaxial cable does this kit support?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DSBDAGNDKIT1 is engineered specifically for \u003cb\u003e1\/2-inch corrugated copper coaxial cable\u003c\/b\u003e (including standard corrugated cables such as CommScope HELIAX LDF4-50A, superflexible FSJ4-50B, AVA4-50, and equivalent RFS Cellflex lines). It is not intended for smaller braided cables such as RG-58 or LMR-400.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this kit include weatherproofing materials?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The kit includes industrial-grade butyl mastic sealant tape and heavy-duty vinyl electrical tape. Applying the mastic sealant directly over the clamp area followed by overlapping vinyl tape seals the stripped coaxial jacket against moisture ingress to achieve an IP68 waterproof rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat size bolt does the terminal lug accommodate?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grounding conductor is pre-terminated with a tin-plated copper lug featuring an \u003cb\u003eM8 (5\/16-inch)\u003c\/b\u003e hole, allowing secure fastening to standard master ground busbars (MGB) using 5\/16-inch or M8 stainless steel hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e1-year manufacturer’s replacement warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Motorola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68018575474862,"sku":"DSBDAGNDKIT1","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/0845\/4744\/files\/DSBDAGNDKIT1a.png?v=1794339770","url":"https:\/\/www.atlanticradiocorp.com\/products\/motorola-dsbdagndkit1","provider":"Atlantic Radio Communications Corp. 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