This white paper presents numerous environmental challenges, such as the ability of connectors to seal out dust, dirt, and water, which must be addressed by cable connector manufacturers, along with a variety of standards that possibly need to be met.
Cable assemblies are critical to obtaining correct test results and signal integrity in many applications. Proper care and handling of cable assemblies and connector interfaces is critical for insuring accurate operation.
A problematic base station can be replaced, but a cable and antenna system is not so easy to replace. This article covers fundamentals of cable and antenna analysis measurements: return loss, cable loss, and distance-to-fault (DTF).
It is imperative for military organizations to lighten the loads that soldiers carry into battle. Every piece of equipment must be able to improve communications, agility, and lethality for soldier reliability. Connector and cabling solutions have been identified as one place to make such improvements.
Carlisle Interconnect Technologies offers UTiFLEX-HF coaxial cables designed to provide a solid cable assembly solution operating from DC to 65 GHz range for 50 Ohm applications where flexibility is a key requirement. The cable solutions feature 70% VP cables and premium 80-85% VP cables for when critical applications need a phase stable solution with minimal signal loss.
HUBER+SUHNER's automotive division offers an array of RADOX® cables and complete cable systems designed to guarantee safe and durable connections in demanding environments, such as inside engine compartments.
HUBER+SUHNER offers the MXPM multicoax solution supporting measurements up to 70 GHz (with an option to 80 GHz). The MXPM unit guarantees satisfactory performance and affordability with its high density pitch (2.54 mm, 0.1 inch) and a user friendly magnet mount connection.
Fischer Connectors offers a large family of cable assembly solutions designed for a range of applications, including in extreme, medical, military, instrumentation, and fiber optic applications. Engineers are prepared to work closely with customers to find the ideal solution for the most demanding applications. Fischer Connector series include the Fischer Core Series, Fisher Ultimate™ Series, Fischer Fiberoptic series, and the Fischer Minimax™ Series.
HUBER+SUHNER’s Power Sub-Miniature (PSM) connector interface is designed to maximize performance on power handling while minimizing overall system weight and size. Especially developed for space flight, high altitude platforms, TVAC environments, this space qualified per MIL-PRF-39012 and ESCC 3402 interface is extremely cost effective, and power and weight sensitive for the most demanding aerospace applications.
MegaPhase offers low-density, dielectric Survivor Series test cables specifically designed for the needs of lab technicians. The cable assemblies offer excellent shielding effectiveness, high crush resistance, and are constructed using flexible stainless steel armor designed to handle rigorous test environments.
Huber+Suhner’s microbend-L is a direct replacement for 0.047 inch semi-rigid cables offering low profile, internal, point-to-point interconnections between RF modules within communication systems. With increased phase stability and power handling capacity, this cable assembly offers preassembled and tested high performance in a cost effective alternative with an array of configurations.
HUBER+SUHNER’s RADOX®, or “radiation X-linked” technology, describes the process of crosslinking thermoplastic polymers by means of electron beams. This technology is used to improve the thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties of cable insulation materials. RADOX® cables do not melt, possess better abrasion resistance and greater cut resistance than conventional cables and, even with thinner insulation, are much more resistant to various environmental factors.
Cinch Connectivity Solutions, a Bel group company, and global leader in delivering reliable connectivity solutions, announces the Johnson 2.4mm Series of 50 GHz High Frequency Adapters.
W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) has introduced the new GORE PHASEFLEX Microwave/RF Test Assemblies, Type 0N for High Density Test/Interconnection – a lightweight assembly that ensures consistent, repeatable measurements with stable electrical performance up to 50 GHz.
AtlanTecRF, a leading global RF and microwave components and equipment manufacturer, recently launched an expanded range of cable connector options for its standard cable assembly range.
W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) has introduced new GORE-FLIGHT Microwave Assemblies, 6 Series – lightweight cable solutions that deliver the lowest insertion loss before and after installation, ensuring reliable performance for the life of the system.
