Flexible RF Cables & Assemblies DC~18GHz are designed for reliable high-frequency signal transmission in demanding RF and microwave applications. Offering excellent flexibility, these cables are ideal for systems requiring frequent movement, tight routing, or space-constrained installation. They provide dependable electrical performance, low signal loss, stable impedance, and excellent shielding across frequencies from DC to 18 GHz. Available in various connector configurations and lengths, they can be customized to meet specific application requirements. These RF cable assemblies are suitable for telecommunications, test and measurement, aerospace, defense, wireless communication, laboratory equipment, and other high-frequency applications.
| Construction | Size (mm) | Materials |
|---|---|---|
| Inner Conductor | 2.40 | Silver-plated copper |
| Dielectric | 6.36 | Low density PTFE |
| Inner Shield | 6.60 | Silver-plated copper tape |
| Outer Shield | 7.10 | Silver-plated copper braid |
| Jacket | 8.10 | PFA |
| Frequency | DC~18 GHz |
| Cut-off Frequency | 18 GHz |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Velocity of Propagation | 83% |
| Shielding Effectiveness | 90 dB min. |
| Voltage Withstand | 2500 V DC |
| PIM | -155 dBc |
| Phase Stability | 750 PPM @ -55°C~+85°C max |
| Bend Radius (installation) | 38.0 mm |
| Bend Radius (repeated) | 76.0 mm |
| Temperature | -55°C ~ +165°C |
| Frequency (GHz) | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 10 | 12.4 | 18 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attenuation* (dB/100m) | 4.2 | 7.4 | 9.6 | 13.7 | 24.1 | 34.8 | 45.8 | 51.5 | 63.3 |
| Average Power*2 (W) | 6108 | 3503 | 2701 | 1894 | 1071 | 742 | 564 | 502 | 409 |