SpectrumFlex Cables are a flexible alternative for semi-rigid cables. These cables can be terminated with any standard semi-rigid cable connector which makes them a cost saving alternative. Consistent performance is maintained due to their durable construction. The SpectrumFlex Cable series consists of 3 different cable types:

• 47F (replacing the 0.047" semi-rigid cables)
• 89F (replacing the 0.086" semi-rigid cables)
• 169F (replacing the 0.141" semi-rigid cables)

Features

• Solid PTFE dielectric
• Ultra-high strength, multilayer outer braid
• 0.055" (1.40 mm), 0.096" (2.44 mm) and 0.160" (4.06 mm) diamters

Benefits

• High compression resistance and greater durability.
• Eliminates cable breakage associated with repeated bending and handling.
• Provides alternatives to 0.047” (1.19 mm), 0.086" (2.18 mm) and 0.141" (3.58 mm) semi-rigid cables - eliminating costs associated with time-consuming cable layout.
• SpectrumFlex cables can be configured to solve tough packaging challenges.

SpectrumFlex 47F & SpectrumFlex 89F

Miniature Assemblies with 0.055” (1.40 mm) and 0.096” (2.44 mm) diameters, durable construction, and low profiles in SMA configuration, SpectrumFlex miniature cables offer superior electrical performance in a trouble-free, compact assembly.

Ideal when:

• Development of complicated semi-rigid cable drawings is prohibitive as far as time and cost are concerned.
• Installation of other miniature cable assemblies has caused expensive or hard-to-find failures.
• High density devices require stable, miniature cable assemblies for connection during test.
• Expensive SMA right-angle connectors may be prohibitive as far as time and cost are concerned.

SpectrumFlex 169F

Combining flexibility and durability with a larger diameter (0.160” / 4.06 mm), SpectrumFlex 169F maintains excellent electrical characteristics through multiple flexures and offers a high strength flexible replacement for RG-402 semi-rigid cable.

Cable Specifications

SpectrumFlex Insertion Loss vs. Frequency