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Monoprice 141230 12G-SDI BNC Cable 0.5ft UHD

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The Monoprice 141230 Viper Series 12G-SDI cable delivers reliable UHD signal transmission in a compact 0.5ft length.

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Overview

The Monoprice Viper Series 141230 is a 0.5-foot 12G-SDI coaxial cable built for the specific task of connecting professional video equipment over very short distances. At 12G-SDI, it carries enough bandwidth to transmit uncompressed UHD video on a single link — making it suitable for connecting devices like SDI switchers, converters, routers, and monitors in broadcast, live production, and post-production environments. The dual-shielded construction and gold-plated BNC connectors are designed to preserve signal integrity in electrically noisy rack environments where gear is densely packed.

The half-foot length is deliberate: this cable exists for rack-to-rack and unit-to-unit connections where anything longer would just create unnecessary cable management problems. If you are building out an SDI signal chain and need reliable short jumpers that meet 12G specs without paying a premium, the Monoprice Viper Series fills that role at a fraction of the cost of comparable cables from broadcast-focused brands.

Key Features

Transfers UHD-SDI video signals over RG-12 digital video coaxial cable.

Connector A and B: True 75-ohm BNC male connectors with gold-plated contacts.

Dual copper and aluminum shielding.

Solid annealed copper 16 AWG center conductor.

12 Gbps bandwidth. 75-ohm nominal impedance.

Specifications

Cable Type
12G-SDI Coaxial
Connector
BNC to BNC
Length
0.5 ft
Shielding
Dual Shield
Connector Plating
Gold
Signal Support
UHD-SDI (12G)
Brand
Monoprice
Model
141230

Frequently Asked Questions

It supports 12G-SDI, which is the bandwidth required for transmitting uncompressed UHD (4K) video over a single coaxial cable.
A half-foot cable is ideal for tight rack connections, linking stacked equipment like switchers and converters, or any setup where devices sit directly beside each other and longer cables would create excess bulk.
Yes, 12G-SDI cables are built to the 75-ohm coaxial standard required for SDI video signal integrity.
The Monoprice Viper Series features dual shielding to minimize electromagnetic interference, which is critical for maintaining signal quality at 12G data rates.