Coaxial Cables (RF)

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CFKOAX2-01 Igus, Inc.	COAXIAL CABLE, FLEX RATED, 1=1FT	5000
M17/176-00002-1 Remington Industries	M17/176-00002 TWINAX CABLE (SHIE	50
C8028.38.01 General Cable	CABLE COAXIAL RG59 18AWG 50'	611000
C1142.18.01 General Cable	CABLE COAXIAL RG59 20AWG 500'	0
RG-400-2 Remington Industries	RG-400/U COAX CABLE 2' LENGTH	50
LMR-240-PVC Times Microwave Systems	INDOOR CABLE, BLACK PVC JACKET	0
9196A WH005 Alpha Wire	CABLE COAXIAL RG196A 30AWG 100'	4
LMR-600-UF Times Microwave Systems	CABLE LMR-600 TPE 500'	12
83284 009100 Belden	CABLE COAX 26 AWG 100'	31
C1102.21.01 General Cable	CABLE COAXIAL RG59 20AWG 1000'	15000
C1164.41.01 General Cable	CABLE COAXIAL RG62 22AWG 100'	226000
9008 BK005 Alpha Wire	CABLE COAXIAL RG8 13AWG 100'	2
1694A 0101000 Belden	CABLE COAX RG-6U 18AWG 1000'	9
C3525.38.86 General Cable	CABLE COAX PLEN RG6 18AWG 500'	0
9058A BK022 Alpha Wire	CABLE COAXIAL RG58A 20AWG 500'	1
9316 BR005 Alpha Wire	CABLE COAXIAL RG316 25AWG 100'	46
RG-400-10 Remington Industries	RG-400/U COAX CABLE 10' LENGTH	50
9830 BK002 Alpha Wire	CABLE COAXIAL RG59 22AWG 500'	4
LMR-100A-PVC Times Microwave Systems	INDOOR CABLE, BLACK PVC JACKET	0
LMR-1200-FR Times Microwave Systems	LMR-1200 W/NON-HALOGEN FR JKT, L	0

Coaxial Cables (RF)

1. Overview

RF coaxial cables are cylindrical transmission lines composed of concentric conductors separated by dielectric materials. They enable efficient high-frequency signal transmission (typically above 100 kHz) with excellent noise immunity. These cables serve as critical infrastructure in telecommunications, broadcasting, aerospace, and test measurement systems where signal integrity is paramount.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
Rigid Coaxial Cable	Metallic outer conductor, fixed geometry	Fixed installations in broadcast transmitters
Semi-Rigid Cable	Formable but not bendable after installation	Microwave ovens, aerospace systems
Flexible Coaxial Cable	Multi-stranded conductors for bending	Test equipment, mobile communications
Low-Loss Foam Dielectric	PTFE foam dielectric reduces signal loss	5G base stations, satellite links
Triaxial Cable	Double shielding for EMI protection	Medical imaging equipment

3. Structure and Composition

Typical construction includes four layers:

Central Conductor: Solid or stranded copper/aluminum for signal transmission
Dielectric Insulator: PTFE, polyethylene, or foam materials maintaining uniform impedance
Shielding Layer: Braided copper/aluminum with foil wrap (85-100% coverage)
Outer Jacket: UV-resistant PVC or plenum-rated materials for environmental protection

4. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter	Typical Range	Significance
Characteristic Impedance	50 , 75 standards	Matches system impedance to prevent reflections
Attenuation	0.1-10 dB/100ft @1GHz	Determines maximum transmission distance
Frequency Range	DC to 40 GHz (typical)	Defines usable bandwidth
VSWR	1.1:1 to 2.0:1	Measures impedance matching quality
Power Handling	500W to 5kW peak	Limits maximum operational power

5. Application Fields

Telecommunications: 5G infrastructure, fiber-wireless integration
Broadcasting: TV/radio transmission lines
Military/Aerospace: Radar systems, avionics
Test & Measurement: Oscilloscope probes, signal analyzers
Industrial IoT: Sensor network backbones

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
CommScope	FSJ1-50A	Low-loss foam dielectric, 0-18GHz
Amphenol	RG-58U	General-purpose 50 cable
Times Microwave	LMR-400	Weather-resistant, 0-6GHz
Huber+Suhner	RFS1000	Heliax rigid line for base stations
Huawei	RF-35	5G massive MIMO solution

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Frequency Requirements: Match cable's usable range with system operating frequency
Environmental Conditions: Outdoor cables require UV protection and temperature resistance (-40 C to +85 C)
Bending Radius: Minimum bend radius specification (typically 10 cable diameter)
Connectivity: Ensure compatibility with connectors (N-type, SMA, BNC)
Cost vs Performance: Balance loss characteristics against budget constraints

8. Industry Trends

Current development directions include:

High-Frequency Optimization: Supporting 6G terahertz band exploration
Nanodielectric Materials: Graphene-enhanced insulation for lower loss
Miniaturization: 0.8mm outer diameter cables for wearable devices
Smart Cables: Integrated sensors for real-time condition monitoring
Environmental Compliance: Halogen-free flame retardant (HFFR) jacket materials