Samtec Nitrowave High-Performance RF Cable Assemblies

Samtec Nitrowave High-Performance Microwave RF Cable Assemblies are critical for maintaining stable phase and amplitude performance in high-frequency signal transmission systems. These RF cable assemblies feature low-loss coaxial construction with a Dynamic Performance Layer (DPL), low-density PTFE dielectric, advanced shielding, and silver-plated conductive elements to improve stability during flexure. The Nitrowave microwave RF cable assemblies offer robust mechanical and environmental properties and operate within a temperature range from -65°C to +125°C. These cables provide 50Ω impedance, 77% of velocity of propagation, and find applications in datacom, instrumentation, aerospace, and defense.

Features

  • Advanced shielding with DPL for improved stability
  • Armored options for enhanced mechanical protection
  • Consistent interlayer contact resistance
  • Corrosion-resistant silver-plated construction
  • Flexure-stable phase and amplitude performance
  • Low-loss cable design with low-density PTFE dielectric
  • Mechanically and environmentally robust construction
  • Optimized for next-generation RF frequencies
  • Stable electrical performance during bending

Applications

  • Automotive
  • Computers and semiconductors
  • Datacom
  • Defense and aerospace
  • Industrial
  • Instrumentation
  • Medical
  • Test connectivity

Technical Specifications

Parameters Values
Operating Temperature Range -65°C to +125°C
Minimum Shielding Effectiveness -90dB
Velocity of Propagation 77%
Impedance 50Ω
Maximum Frequencies 18GHz, 32GHz, 43.5GHz, 71GHz, 95GHz, 110GHz, and 130GHz
Phase vs. Bending <0.2° × F(GHz)