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CEL/Renesas RF Devices Quality and Reliability Formerly NEC Electronics [Link]
RF Coax Cables 50ohm and 75 All types of Coax We Customize Coax Assemblies [Link]/
RF Coaxial Connectors Standard & high frequency contacts ideal for board to board stacking
Coaxial Cables Attenuation and
Power Rating Chart
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THE IMPORTANCE OF REPLACING YOUR COAX CABLE
The life of a coaxial cable depends on many factors. Some of those factors are ultra-violet exposure, migration, high
humidity, age, corrosion, power/heat, and voltage. Here are some important guidelines to remember when you start
considering the replacement of your coaxial cable run(s).
1. Ultra-Violet exposure breaks down the plasticizers of the jacket over time. As a guideline: Type IIa (2a) non-
contaminating PVC jackets can last twice as long as type Ia (1a) PVC jacket.
2. Migration & Corrosion affects the attenuation stability over time by contamination of the dielectric due to jacket
plasticizers, and moisture penetration through the jacket.
3. Power electrical losses result from the generation of heat in the center conductor; braid shield, and the dielectric.
The power handling capability of a cable is related to its ability to effectively dissipate this heat. Please be aware that
a solid or semi-solid polyethylene dielectric dissipates heat better than a foam polyethylene dielectric, since most of
the heat is generated in the center conductor. On balance, the power handling capability of a coaxial cable is
inversely proportional to its attenuation, and to its size. This is why RG213/U (CABLE X-PERTS # 18267) handles
higher power more efficiently than for example RG58/U (CABLE X-PERTS # 18240). Another factor is the thermal
conductive (or heat transfer) properties of the cable, especially within the dielectric. In other words, high ambient
temperature, and high altitude could reduce the power rating by impeding the heat transfer out of the cable. High
VSWR also reduces the power ratings due to localized HOT SPOTS at poor connector terminations and/or other
improper usage.
4. Operating Voltage is represented by two separate voltage ratings.
z Corona is a related ionization phenomenon that causes noise generation, which leads to long term dielectric
damage, and eventual breakdown of the cable. Note: High wattage amplifiers can cause premature dielectric
deterioration and larger Corona affects.
z Dielectric Withstanding Voltage a voltage level that abruptly breaks down the dielectric. To ensure the dielectric
integrity of CABLE X-PERTS cables and assemblies, they are HI-POT Ò tested during manufacturing and in our
ready-made cable assembly department.
In summation, coaxial cable can perform to it’s maximum designed efficiency an average of seven years to ten
years, provided the connectors are appropriately terminated and the cable is installed correctly. So if your signal is
fading or you’re getting erratic VSWR readings, or are unable to get the maximum performance from your transceiver,
then its time to consider changing your coaxial cable or cable assemblies.
Tunable Diode Laser Single Mode, Narrow Linewidth Highly Stable, 372nm - 9500nm [Link]
dutchclamp cable cleats Dutchclamp cable cleats, cables clamps, cable blocks. [Link]
RF Isolators/Circulators RF and Microwave isolators and circulators from 20MHz to 95GHz
Abbreviation Chart
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CENTER CONDUCTORS TYPES DIELECTRIC TYPES
BC Bare Copper SSPE Semi-Solid Polyethylene 84% V/P
TC Tinned Copper CCFP Closed-Cell Foam Polyethylene 84% V/P
STRD Stranded LDF Low-Density Foam Polyethylene 88% V/P
SOL Solid SPE Solid Polyethylene 66% V/P
SPC Silver Plated Copper FPE FoamPolyethylene 78% V/P
CCA Copper Covered Aluminum STFE Solid Teflon 69.4% V/P
CCS Copper Covered Steel V/P Velocity of Propagation
CW Copperweld (Copper Covered Steel).
SCCS Silver Covered Copper Steel. JACKET TYPES
IA Ultra-Viotlet Resistant PVC
SHIELD TYPES IIA UVR-DB Non-Contaminating PVC Direct Burial
100%F+95 100% Aluminum Bonded Foil IIIA Ultra-Violet Resistant Polyethylene
+95% Tinned Copper Braid FEP Teflon
COR-COP Corrugated Copper TPE Thermo-Plastic Elastomer
95%+BC Minimum 95% Bare Copper BLK UVR Black Ultra-Violet Resistant
2/95%SC Two 95% Coverage Minimum UVR-DB Ultra-Violet Resistant Direct Burial
Silver Plated Copper
Connector Cross Reference Chart
Part # PL259 SO239 "N" male "N" female BNC male R/A BNC BNC female SMA
9913FX 401TS X 6633S RFN-1024-1SI RFB11011SI X X X
LMR400 401TS X 6633S RFN-1024-1SI RFB11011SI X X X
LMR400-UF 401TS X 6633S RFN-1025-1SI FRB11011SI X X X
18267 401TS 17-26B-TGN 6633S RFN-1024-1SI 320 X X X
18214 401TS 17-26B-TGN 6633S RFN-1024-1SI 320 X X X
19258 401TS/403S X 6633S/403S X 385 X X X
LMR240 401TS/403S X 6633S/403S X 385 X X X
LMR240UF 401TS/403S X 6633S/403S X 385 X X X
18240 401TS/402S RFU527 6633S/402S X 381 X RFB1123C1 1557
18259 401TS/402S RFU527 6633S/402S X 381 X RFB1123C1 1557
18268 401TS X 6633S X X X X X
18217 NE5080 X X X X X X X
18216 X X X X 336 X X 1559
183242 401TS/402S RFU527 6633S/402S X 381 RFB1110-1 RFB1123C1 1557
18261 401TS 17-26B-TGN 6633S RFN-1024-1SI 320 X X X
19114 F" #105 X X X X X X X
19114Q F" #127 X X X X X X X
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Routing of Cables
Routing of Cables (with or without connectors)
through the exterior wall of a building or home
1. How many cables do you plan to route through the PVC pipe? Consider future
installations too.
2. Total up their O.D. Do this by adding the total O.D. of the cables, be sure to include
the connectors if installed. Divide that amount in half. All of our cable’s O.D are listed
in our catalog. Example: Four legs of RG8/U size and two #5971 rotor cables total
nominal "O.D. is slightly over 1".
3. Purchase a piece of PVC pipe long enough to go through the walls. Add about 6" for
the exterior & interior sides. The PVC pipe’s ID should be at least two times
larger than the total cable’s O.D.
4. Also purchase a 90° elbow fittings and a rubber "end fitting" boot w/clamp.
5. Purchase a drill bit a ¼ larger than the PVC pipe’s O.D and long enough to go
straight through all layers of the structure.
6. Now decide on a good location to place the PVC pipe, usually one closest to your
equipment is best. Please use caution by making sure you avoid all electrical
lines and gas pipes.
7. Make the drill hole and then push the PVC pipe from the exterior side all the way
through the opening.
8. Once secure, apply a good weatherproofing caulk around the PVC pipe and add
support if needed.
9. Let it set overnight and cap temporarily with the rubber boot.
10. Make an X cut in the rubber boot. This will create a flap in which to route the cables
through, yet keeping the elements out.
11. From the outside, start by carefully routing the cables through the rubber boot, into
the 90° elbow, continue by routing the cables into the PVC pipe all the way through
to the other side. (see fig 1-4)
12. Once finished secure the rubber boot to the 90° elbow and the 90° elbow to the PVC
pipe. Caution: Do not cement the elbow to the PVC pipe. For in the future, you may
want to add and/or replace some cables. (see fig 1-4)
Note: The 90° elbow forces the cable downward, thus creating a "drain loop."
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