Effortless Cable Routing With MINIBEND Solderless RF Assemblies

The Aerospace & Defense industry increasingly demands mission systems that are smaller, lighter, and more efficient, while optimizing total cost of ownership (TCO). To meet these challenges, system engineers must rely on interconnect technologies that maximize system density without compromising reliability. HUBER+SUHNER addresses this need with its world-renowned MINIBEND portfolio of harsh environment, high-density coaxial cable assemblies.

For over 30 years, HUBER+SUHNER has pioneered solderless connector termination technology, the foundation of MINIBEND, offering the lowest profile flexible coaxial assemblies on the market. These assemblies serve as drop-in replacements for traditional semi-rigid coaxial cables, such as .047, .086, and .141, providing superior reliability and ease of installation. MINIBEND is especially suited for next-generation aerospace and defense platforms, where complex routing, extreme density, and harsh operating conditions are increasingly common.

The MINIBEND family combines stainless steel shield braids, high-reliability clamped connectors, and proprietary epoxy systems to replicate soldered joint strength while permitting multiple 90°+ bends immediately behind the connector. This reduces the need for swept or right-angle connectors, minimizes X-ray inspection requirements, improves mean time between failures (MTBF), and cuts installation-related mechanical failures.

Available in cable diameters from 1.6 mm to 5.7 mm with diverse dielectric, shielding, jacket, and connector options—including MIL-PRF-39012 qualified solutions up to 85 GHz—MINIBEND assemblies are ready for harsh environments, low-smoke zero-halogen, and high-radiation applications. With in-stock samples and a broad selection of connector interfaces, HUBER+SUHNER MINIBEND is the ideal choice for high-density, low-profile RF assemblies.