CELLFLEX® and CELLFLEX® Lite Transmission Lines

CELLFLEX

®

and CELLFLEX

®

Lite

Transmission Lines

Optimizing network build-outs and operational performance through constant innovation

T h e C l e a r C h o i c e

®

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CELLFLEX

®

and CELLFLEX

®

Lite

The industry’s most advanced transmission-line family

The CELLFLEX

®

and

CELLFLEX

®

Lite duo make up the largest corrugated transmission line portfolio in the wireless infrastructure industry.

The foam dielectric cables combine remarkable fl exibility with high strength and superior electrical performance.

A comprehensive transmission line portfolio to fi t every need

This premium transmission line family is backed by a complete line of accessories common to both the copper and aluminum products, including the renowned OMNI

FIT

™

connector range.

CELLFLEX

®

cables provide a reliable and technically superior solution when used as backbone feeders in cellular radio systems, including GSM, UMTS, CDMA, PDC and

LTE, as well as WIMAX. Other common uses for the CELLFLEX

®

family include the cabling of antenna arrays, radio equipment interconnections and jumper assemblies.

20 unique CELLFLEX

®

types, ranging from 1/8” to 2-1/4”, provide users a perfect match for the most complicated and demanding applications. Every cable comes with a guarantee of reliability, performance and cost-effectiveness from the most experienced and innovative cable manufacturer in the world – Radio

A tradition of continuous innovation

Designing better performing, more durable and lighter cables is part of RFS’ long tradition of innovation leadership. The

Hackethaldraht Company – RFS’ direct predecessor – was established in Hanover,

Germany on September 29, 1900, and was responsible for many transmission-line fi rsts.

An important milestone was set in

1951 with the invention of corrugated, longitudinally welded coaxial cables. This technology gave way in 1962 to the launch of foam dielectric coaxial cables by the then renamed Kabelmetal Corporation.

CELLFLEX

®

would quickly become the preferred cable choice for mobile communication base station applications.

The original CELLFLEX

®

cable provides the design basis for the extremely lightweight

CELLFLEX

®

Lite cable, which features a corrugated aluminum outer conductor.

Today, RFS’ premium attenuation, low-loss

CELLFLEX

®

cable continues to lead the industry in electrical performance.

CELLFLEX

®

Lite

RFS’ aluminum cable – best value for money

World’s fi rst aluminum cable

The most stringent reliability requirements

CELLFLEX

®

Lite is a foam dielectric corrugated coaxial cable with an aluminum outer conductor and a copper inner conductor.

With its low weight, CELLFLEX

®

Lite is easy to transport, handle and install. It has become a preferred option for the rapid rollout of wireless network infrastructure around the world.

Freed from the unpredictable market price of copper, CELLFLEX

®

Lite offers an attractive price point and performance combination for establishing RFS base-station-to-antenna links while meeting budget targets during network rollouts.

Unlike alternative constructions, RFS’ corrugation technology allows CELLFLEX

®

Lite cables to bend easily without risk of damage, even against strong bending forces. This feature, coupled with its lightweight design, allows for fast installation, reduced tower load and makes it ideal for congested tower-top applications.

CELLFLEX

®

Lite delivers world-class attenuation, return loss and intermodulation performance. The electrical performance of

CELLFLEX

®

Lite aluminum cables is equivalent to or superior than that of most other brands’ copper transmission cables.

Copper cable theft has become a severe problem for mobile operators worldwide. With its aluminum outer conductor construction,

CELLFLEX

®

Lite is less attractive to thieves, making it an ideal alternative to copper cables.

To deter theft, RFS clearly marks each meter of CELLFLEX

®

Lite cable with the words “RFS

ALUMINIUM”.

Simulation of Accelerated Lifetime

Qualifi cation tests are performed on

CELLFLEX

®

Lite cables according to international standards. These tests confi rm that the cables maintain outstanding product performance after mechanical and environmental stresses.

The conditions applied during the tests are even more severe than those experienced in real-life applications and simulate many years of use.

Simulation of accelerated lifetime

Numerical modeling of mechanical and electro-magnetic properties

performance. Jumper cables are primarily used between main feeders and antennas, main feeders and systems equipment or Remote Radio Heads (RRHs) and antennas.

RFS Factory-Fit Jumpers feature soldered connectors to ensure long-term product durability and best-in-class intermodulation performance. Jumper assemblies with one connectorized side complement the portfolio, providing higher fl exibility in terms of length and on-site interface options.

Depending on the jacket option, jumper cables are suitable for indoor and outdoor applications and can withstand severe environmental conditions. Jumper assemblies are designed to the

IP68 classifi cation, providing safety even if humidity reaches the coaxial system.

CELLFLEX® jumper cables offer:

Excellent contact force

Low and stable intermodulation to Third-Order

Intermodulation (IM3) levels

Highly effective radio frequency (RF) screening

Safe operation to IP68 classifi cation levels

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Thinking ahead with CELLFLEX

®

and CELLFLEX

®

Lite:

Corrugated cables

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Based on several decades of engineering expertise in cable manufacturing, RFS offers cables with an advanced corrugation profi le. Unlike alternatives, this profi le enables CELLFLEX

®

copper and CELLFLEX

®

Lite aluminum cables to bend easily without risk of damage due to strong bending forces. These cables are used for state-of-the-art transmission lines and built to meet diverse installation requirements.

CELLFLEX

®

key features and benefi ts

RFS’ corrugated cable family was to provide best-in-class Passive and to be ready for PIM site cables also help customers achieve their environmental objectives.

Extremely low attenuation values

High fl exibility

Available with UV-resistant black-colored or gray-colored jackets

High screening effectiveness

Rugged design

Corrugated conductors

Excellent return loss

Corrugated conductors

the market. CELLFLEX

CELLFLEX

®

®

and

Lite do not feature

Permits long cable lengths for reliable installation on high towers, ensuring that link budget targets can be met

Easy handling facilitates quick installation

Choice of UV-resistant color – low visual impact

No distortion of neighboring systems

Resists extreme weather conditions and harsh environments

Standard procedures for connectorization – no additional tools or training needed

Perfect solution for highly sensitive applications

Standard procedures for connectorization, easy to install, ensuring superior PIM performance

CELLFLEX

®

Lite key features and benefi ts

Lightweight transmission-line solution

Provides a cost-effective alternative to copper transmission lines

Is offered in diameter sizes from 1/2’’ to 1-5/8’’

Offers user-friendly compatibility with RFS’ proven range of accessories.

OMNI FIT™ connectors can be used with both copper and aluminum cables

Enables trouble-free installation and operation

Boasts an attenuation of less than 6.25dB/100m @ 2 GHz (valid for 7/8”)

Specially developed connectors provide low and stable intermodulation performance

Is available with UV-resistant polyethylene or fl ame-retardant jackets

Has a return loss performance equal to that of copper cables from competing cable suppliers

Easy to transport, handle and install. Rapid rollout of wireless network infrastructure possible: fi rst to market. Savings in shipping costs.

Reduced CAPEX spending

Covers the majority of applications

Less inventory, reduced operating working capital (OWC)

No downtime, reduced risk

Uninterrupted coverage

No sensitivity degradation of the base station system.

No dropped calls

Choice of standard halogen-free or fl ame-retardant jacket options

Continuous premium antenna system performance

OMNI FIT™ connectors:

Two totally compatible connector families

Full copper and aluminum compatibility

RFS connectors are designed for high performance, easy installation and full compatibility. The entire range of the breakthrough OMNI FIT

™

Premium and

OMNI FIT

™

Standard connectors work with both copper and aluminum cables.

A given connector, for example, adapts to four different 7/8-inch cable types, providing considerable savings and reducing installation errors. To achieve the best possible PIM performance, the cable type and connector should match.

A perfect complement to the CELLFLEX

® transmission line range, OMNI FIT

™ connectors provide users with familiar connection options, premium electrical characteristics and reliable, long-life use.

Full copper and aluminium compatibility

OMNI FIT

™

connectors

Premium

OMNI FIT

™

Premium, RFS’ line of premium RF connectors, features design breakthroughs for best-in-class performance and value. OMNI FIT™

Premium ensures hassle-free installation, safe sealing and the best PIM levels in the industry.

The product of intense research,

OMNI FIT

™

Premium connectors integrate groundbreaking concepts in connector design. A new high-tech polymer claw replaces the machined brass version.

The dual-grip function on the outer conductor ensures best-in-class PIM performance under static and dynamic conditions. The high-tech polymer claw is a low-friction component for easier installation and no risk of corrosion.

OMNI FIT

™

Premium offers a fi ve-point watertight design, including a unique new 360-degree compression-method sealing process for the cable jacket.

These connectors provide such a secure, watertight seal that no additional weatherproofi ng is needed.

The unique sealing process and the dual-grip function of the new polymer claw ensure long-term premium Voltage

Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) and PIM performance. This helps to avoid diffi cultto-detect, latent failures in the RF path that gradually degrade network quality over time. Operators save time and money, leading to reduced total cost of ownership.

OMNI FIT

™

connectors

Standard

RFS’ OMNI FIT

™

Standard connectors are designed to provide standard VSWR performance while ensuring excellent

PIM performance. The connectors offer a cost-effective, high-quality connectorto-cable interface for easy, fast and safe connector attachment.

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CELLFLEX

®

and CELLFLEX

®

Lite

User-friendly accessories

CELLFLEX

®

and CELLFLEX

®

Lite cables are hoisting grips.

All CELLFLEX

®

and CELLFLEX

®

Lite accessories

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RFS’ new EMP protector is LTE-ready

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OMNI FIT™ Connectors and Universal Trimming Tools

Flexible tool options for fully compatible connectors

RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEMS

T h e C l e a r C h o i c e ®


OMNI FIT

™

Standard

OMNI FIT™ connector families

RFS connectors are designed for high performance, easy installation and full compatibility throughout the CELLFLEX

®

family. The entire range of innovative OMNI FIT™ Premium and OMNI

FIT™ Standard connectors work with both copper and aluminum cables. A perfect complement to the CELLFLEX

®

transmission line range, OMNI FIT™ connectors provide users with familiar connection options, premium electrical characteristics and reliable, long-life use.

OMNI FIT™ Standard connectors

RFS’ OMNI FIT™ Standard connectors are designed to meet and exceed industry standard Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) and PIM performance. The connectors offer a cost-effective, high-quality connector-to-cable interface for easy, fast and safe connector attachment.

Characteristics of OMNI FIT™ Standard connectors

Cost effective two-piece design for safe and easy installation

Compatible with copper and aluminum cable types, one connector for both outer conductor materials eliminates the risk of faulty connector installation and helps to keep inventory down

Robust mechanical design for low and consistent intermodulation performance, maintains mobile network performance, reducing the number of dropped calls and avoids revenue losses

Consistent standard electrical performance improves network system performance

RoHS (EU) and CRoHS (China) compliant, can be used on a global basis

Waterproof to IP 68 – no downtime risk, secures revenue

The O-ring seals against the outer conductor – in line with the

RFS sealing concept

Additional sealing for added protection is available from RFS.

OMNI FIT™ Standard connectors

Body Back-nut Threaded gasket Heat shrink sleeve Body Spring O-Ring or C-Ring Back-nut O-Ring

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OMNI FIT™ Standard for SCF 12 OMNI FIT™ Standard for LCF 12 up to 158


OMNI FIT

™

Premium

OMNI FIT™ Premium connectors

OMNI FIT™ Premium, RFS’ line of premium RF connectors, feature design innovations for best-in-class performance and value. OMNI FIT™ Premium ensures hassle-free installation, safe sealing and industry best PIM levels. These connectors provide such a secure, watertight seal that no additional weatherproofing is required. The unique sealing process and the dual-grip function of the high-tech polymer claw ensures long-term premium VSWR and

PIM performance. This helps avoid difficult-to-detect, latent failures in the RF path that gradually degrade network quality over time. Operators save time and money, leading to reduced total cost of ownership.

Characteristics of OMNI FIT™ Premium connectors

Innovative two-piece, multi-thread design for safe and easy installation

Compatible with copper and aluminum cable types, one connector for both outer conductor materials eliminates the risk of faulty connector installation and helps to keep inventory down

Dual-grip design on the corrugated outer conductor for enhanced stability – virtually eliminates any risk of potential PIM and avoids electrochemical potentials, ensures mobile network performance, reducing the number of dropped calls and avoids revenue losses

Unique plating combines superior electrical performance with long lasting shiny appearance

RoHS (EU) and CRoHS (China) compliant, can be used on a global basis

Waterproof to IP 68 – no downtime risk, secures revenue

EPDM O-ring prevents water migration due to jacket imperfections

No additional sealing required

The new 360° compression design provides an extreme watertight seal to the cable jacket and improves mechanical stability.

Exceeds even the strongest dynamic PIM specifications, fit for on-site PIM testing

OMNI FIT™ Premium connectors

Body Back-nut Body Adjustment marks Back-nut

Unique

Plating

Interface sealing

360° metal-tometal contact

High-tech

Polymer claw

EPDM O-ring

EPDM O-ring prevents water migration

(>1/2”)

New 360° compression design

OMNI FIT™ Premium for LCF 14 up to 158

OMNI FIT™ Premium for SCF14 up to SCF12

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Universal Tools for

CELLFLEX

®

cables and connectors

The Universal Trimming Tool Series prepares foam-dielectric coaxial cables for connector attachment. The integrated chamfer and flare station eliminates the need for individual tools for jacket trimming, deburring and proper flaring. Each tool contains two preset cutting blades designed to efficiently trim the outer conductor and foam dielectric for proper connector installation. It also identifies the cable jacket cut back position.

The tool series offers the additional advantage to be convertible to different connector families and cable sizes by changing the insert.

Different inserts are available as optional orderable items.

Universal Tool for cable sizes up to 7/8“

TRIM-SET-***-*** tool complete with one set of inserts

Universal Tool for cable sizes 1-1/4” & 1-5/8”

TRIM-SET-L***-*** tool complete with one set of inserts

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TRIM-FL**-** single flaring chamfer tool TRIM-IL**-** single insert kit

TRIM-FL114-158

single flaring tool (spare part) TRIM-IL***-*** single insert kit


Flexible options using

RFS Universal tools

CELLFLEX ® Cable Connectors Sealing method* Universal Trimming tools

Cable type Structure Family Type Sealing Sealing Universal Inserts for extension Spare

material against against Trimming tool

Single Insert Kit Single Flaring

blades outer jacket

Complete with inserts (upper & lower) tool

conductor

SCF14-50J Cu D01 OMNI FIT™ Threaded 360º TRIM-SET-S14-D01 TRIM-IS14-D01

not required

TRIM-B30

SCF14-50JFN

Premium Connector

gasket compression

001 & 045 Cut & FIT Heatshrink Heatshrink - - - for Copper cables only sleeve sleeve


not required

TRIM-B30

SCF38-50JFN

Premium Connector

gasket compression

070 & 071 RAPID FIT™ Threaded Threaded for Copper cables only gasket gasket


not required

TRIM-B30

SCF12-50JFN

Premium Connector

gasket compression

C02 OMNI FIT™ Threaded Heatshrink TRIM-SET-S12-C02 TRIM-IS12-C02

not required

TRIM-B30

Standard Connector

gasket sleeve

070 & 071 RAPID FIT™ Threaded Threaded TRIM-SET-S12-D01 TRIM-IS12-D01

not required

TRIM-B30 for Copper cables only gasket gasket

LCF14-50J Cu D01 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring 360º TRIM-SET-L14-D01 TRIM-IL14-D01 TRIM-FL14-12 TRIM-B30

LCF14-50JFN

Premium Connector

compression

070 & 071 RAPID FIT™ O-Ring Heatshrink - - - -

& 075 for Copper cables only

sleeve

LCF38-50J Cu 070 & 071 RAPID FIT™ O-Ring Heatshrink - - - -

LCF38-50JFN for Copper cables only

sleeve

LCF12-50J Cu D01 OMNI FIT™ High-tech polymer TRIM-SET-L12-D01 TRIM-IL12-D01 TRIM-FL14-12 TRIM-B30

LCF12-50JFN and

Premium Connector

360º compression

LCF12-50JL

Al

LCF12-50JFNL

C02 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L12-C02 TRIM-IL12-C02 TRIM-FL14-12

Standard Connector

TRIM-B30

B32 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L12-D01 TRIM-IL12-D01 TRIM-FL14-12 TRIM-B30

Standard Connector

LCF12-50J Cu 060 & 061 RAPID FIT™ PLAST 2000 PLAST 2000 TRIM-SET-L12-D01 TRIM-IL12-D01 TRIM-FL14-12 TRIM-B30

LCF12-50JFN for Copper cables only (not included) (not included)

070 & 071 RAPID FIT™ O-Ring Optional** for Copper cables only

* Note: The RFS sealing concept is to always seal against the cable outer conductor for optimum sealing and guaranteed system integrity.

Using additional sealing for standard connector families is up to the end user. It is ensured by the integrated 360° compression sealing for premium connector families.

** Note: To be provided on site based on customer choice and preference. Mandatory for Aluminum cables.

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Flexible options using

RFS Universal tools

6

CELLFLEX ® Cable Connectors Sealing method* Universal Trimming tools

Cable type Structure Family Type Sealing Sealing Universal Inserts for extension Spare

material against against Trimming tool

Single Insert Kit Single Flaring

blades outer jacket

Complete with

conductor

inserts

(upper & lower) tool

LCF78-50JA Cu D01 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring 360° TRIM-SET-L78-D01 TRIM-IL78-D01 TRIM-FL78 TRIM-B30

LCF78-50JFNA and

Premium Connector

compression

LCF78-50JL

Al

C02 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L78-C02 TRIM-IL78-C02 TRIM-FL78 TRIM-B30

LCF78-50JFN

Standard Connector

UCF78-50JA

UCF78-50JL

Standard Connector

022 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Silicone - -

Premium Connector

rubber sleeve

LCF78-50JA Cu 060 & 062 RAPID FIT™ PLAST 2000 PLAST 2000 TRIM-SET-L78-D01 TRIM-IL78-D01 TRIM-FL78 TRIM-B30

LCF78-50JFNA for Copper cables only (not included) (not included)

UCF78-50JFNA

for Copper cables only

LCFS114-50JA Cu D01 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring 360° TRIM-SET-L114-D01 TRIM-IL114-D01 TRIM-B31

LCFS114-50JFNA and

Premium Connector

compression

LCFS114-50JL

Al

C02 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L114-C02 TRIM-IL114-C02 TRIM-B31

LCFS114-50JFNL

Standard Connector

UCF114-50JA

B32 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L114-001 TRIM-IL114-001 TRIM-B31

UCF114-50JL

UCF114-50JFNL

Standard Connector for LCFS cables

LCFS114-50JA Cu 060 & 062 RAPID FIT™ PLAST 2000 PLAST 2000 TRIM-SET-L114-001 TRIM-IL114-001 TRIM-B31

LCFS114-50JFNA for Copper cables only (not included) (not included)

070 & 072 RAPID FIT™ O-Ring Optional**

UCF114-50JFNA

for Copper cables only

LCF158-50JA Cu D01 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring 360° TRIM-SET-L158-D01 TRIM-IL158-D01 TRIM-B31

LCF158-50JFNA and

Premium Connector

compression

LCF158-50JL

Al

C02 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L158-C02 TRIM-IL158-C02 TRIM-B31

LCF158-50JFNL

Standard Connector

B32 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Optional** TRIM-SET-L158-001 TRIM-IL158-001 TRIM-B31

Standard Connector

022 OMNI FIT™ O-Ring Silicone

Premium Connector

rubber sleeve

LCF158-50JA Cu 060 & 062 RAPID FIT™ PLAST 2000 PLAST 2000 TRIM-SET-L158-001 TRIM-IL158-001 TRIM-B31

LCF158-50JFNA for Copper cables only (not included) (not included)

070 & 072 RAPID FIT™ O-Ring Optional** for Copper cables only

* Note: The RFS sealing concept is to always seal against the cable outer conductor for optimum sealing and guaranteed system integrity.

Using additional sealing for standard connector families is up to the end user. It is ensured by the integrated 360° compression sealing for premium connector families.

** Note: To be provided on site based on customer choice and preference. Mandatory for Aluminum cables.


Why RFS?

A worldwide leader in wireless and broadcast infrastructure

Serious about services A legacy of innovation

Radio Frequency Systems

(RFS) is a global designer and manufacturer of cable, antenna and tower systems along with active and passive RF conditioning modules, providing total-package solutions for wireless and broadcast infrastructure.

RFS serves OEMs, distributors, systems integrators, operators and installers in the broadcast, wireless communications, land-mobile and microwave market sectors.

As an ISO-compliant organization with manufacturing and customer-service facilities that span the globe, RFS offers cutting-edge engineering capabilities, superior field support and innovative product design.

Customers know they can count on RFS for comprehensive logistical capabilities, flawless execution and outstanding technical skills and support. The company’s dedicated shipment coordinators, hotline staff and on-site engineers go well beyond mere technology, striving to offer tailored solutions to meet even the most complex site-engineering and delivery challenges.

RFS’ value-added services match the exact needs of business partners large and small.

Ever-present quality guarantee

From design to manufacture, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification standards encompass all aspects of RFS’ business worldwide. Every product RFS ships has stood up to the most stringent technical, environmental and quality control tests, continuously meeting and surpassing the expectations of a long list of wireless carriers, transportation and utility operators, and broadcasters.

RFS backs every product bearing its name with a quality guarantee that is unrivaled in the market.

A total commitment to design and develop the world’s most advanced technology for wireless communication has kept RFS at the forefront of the industry for more than 70 years. Dedicated R&D teams, plus a privileged partnership with Bell Labs, are at the source of breakthroughs that are ensuring the mobility of an increasingly wireless world.

RFS is at the frontier of wireless technology innovation, sustaining the boldest ventures to enhance the way people communicate and live.

A truly global company

With on-the-ground personnel in more than

20 countries and on every continent, RFS always delivers on its commitments, providing a comprehensive range of premium products, systems and services. Its clients benefit from all the advantages of a global supplier, while relying on dedicated support from RFS’ local engineering, manufacturing and shipping teams.

RFS’ products, systems and personnel can be found in every corner of the planet.

As a global group, RFS is committed to upholding the most stringent environmental, health and safety standards, and seeks to integrate green initiatives in every aspect of its business.

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PRODUCTION ELECTRONIQUE Inc.

1035, rue Pierre‐Caisse

Saint‐Jean‐sur‐Richelieu

(Québec) CANADA J2W 0G9

 : 450.359.0523

 : 877‐359‐0523

 : 450.359.4928

[email protected] www.productionelectronique.com

Product Data Sheet ICA12-50JPL

1/2" ClearFill

®

Line Plenum-Rated Air-Dielectric Coaxial Cable for In-Building Applications

Product Description

ClearFill®Line 1/2" low loss air dielectric cable, Plenum-rated

Application: Plenum In-Building

Features/Benefits

• Supports Multiple RF Signals

• Complete Shielding

The solid outer conductor of the ClearFill®Line coaxial cable creates a continuous RFI/EMI shield that

minimizes system interference.

• Outstanding Intermodulation Performance

RFS coaxial cable’s solid inner and outer conductors virtually eliminate intermods.

Intermodulation performance is also confirmed with state-of-the-art equipment at the RFS factory.

• Wide Range of Applications

Typical areas of application are: feedlines for plenum-space installations within

occupied buildings or structures.

Technical Features

Structure

Inner conductor:

Dielectric:

Outer conductor:

Jacket:

Copper-Clad Aluminum Wire

Extruded Polyethylene

Annularly Corrugated Copper

Plenum

Mechanical Properties

Weight, approximately

Minimum bending radius, single bending

Minimum bending radius, repeated bending

Bending moment

Max. tensile force

Recommended / maximum clamp spacing

Electrical Properties

Characteristic impedance

Relative propagation velocity

Capacitance

Inductance

Max. operating frequency

Jacket spark test RMS

Peak power rating

RF Peak voltage rating

DC-resistance inner conductor

DC-resistance outer conductor

Recommended Temperature Range

Storage temperature

Installation temperature

Operation temperature

Other Characteristics

Fire Performance: Flame Retardant, Plenum Rated

VSWR Performance:

Other Options:

Standard

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[kg/m (lb/ft)]

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[Nm (lb-ft)]

[N (lb)]

[m (ft)]

[Ω]

[%]

[pF/m (pF/ft)]

[µH/m (µH/ft)]

[GHz]

[V]

[kW]

[V]

[Ω/km (Ω/1000ft)]

[Ω/km (Ω/1000ft)]

[°C (°F)]

[°C (°F)]

[°C (°F)]

4.8 (0.19)

15.8 (0.623)

13.8 (0.54)

15.93 (0.627)

0.40 (0.27)

120 (5)

254 (10)

4.1 (3.0)

1112 (250)

0.5 / 0.9 ( 1.8 / 3.0 )

50 +/- 2

91

76 (23.2)

0.190 (0.058)

6

8000

21.4

1500

1.48 (0.45)

1.90 (0.58)

-15 to +85 (5 to +185)

-15 to +60 (5 to +140)

-15 to +85 (5 to +185)

[dB (VSWR)]

18 (1.228:1) in specified bands

1/2" Plenum-Rated In-Building Cable

1800

2000

2200

2300

2600

3000

3500

3600

4000

4500

5000

5500

6000

800

824

894

900

925

960

1000

1250

1500

1700

174

200

300

400

450

500

512

600

700

Frequency Attenuation

[ MHz ] [ dB/100m

0.5

1.0

]

0.148

0.210

[ dB/100ft ]

0.0452

0.0641

50

88

100

108

150

1.5

2.0

10

20

30

0.258

0.298

0.671

0.954

1.17

1.52

2.04

2.18

2.27

2.70

0.0785

0.0908

0.204

0.291

0.358

0.465

0.622

0.665

0.692

0.822

2.92

3.14

3.89

4.54

4.84

5.13

5.19

5.66

6.16

6.64

6.75

7.06

7.08

7.19

7.34

7.51

8.52

9.45

10.2

2.02

2.06

2.15

2.16

2.19

2.24

2.29

2.60

2.88

3.09

0.889

0.957

1.19

1.39

1.48

1.56

1.58

1.73

1.88

10.5

11.2

11.8

12.1

13.0

14.1

15.5

15.8

16.8

18.1

19.3

20.4

21.6

3.20

3.40

3.59

3.69

3.96

4.31

4.73

4.81

5.13

5.51

5.88

6.23

6.58

Attenuation at 20°C (68°F) cable temperature

Mean power rating at 40°C (104°F) ambient temperature

Power

[ kW ]

2.15

2.10

1.85

1.67

1.55

1.50

1.41

1.34

1.31

1.22

3.07

3.03

2.78

2.56

2.37

2.33

2.23

2.23

2.19

1.12

1.02

1.00

0.945

0.878

0.825

0.781

0.739

10.3

7.71

7.21

6.93

5.82

5.39

5.01

4.04

3.47

3.25

21.4

21.4

21.4

21.4

21.4

16.5

13.4

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ICA12-50JPL

Rev: B0 / 14.June.2010


PRODUCTION ELECTRONIQUE Inc.

1035, rue Pierre‐Caisse

Saint‐Jean‐sur‐Richelieu

(Québec) CANADA J2W 0G9

 : 450.359.0523

 : 877‐359‐0523

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Product Data Sheet HCA78-50JPL

7/8" HELIFLEX

®

Air-Dielectric Coaxial Cable

Product Description

HELIFLEX® 7/8" low loss air dielectric cable; Plenum-rated

Application: Plenum In-Building only

7/8" HELIFLEX® Air Dielectric Coaxial Cable

Features/Benefits

• Low Attenuation

The low attenuation of HELIFLEX® coaxial cable results in highly efficient

signal transfer in your RF system.

• Complete Shielding

The solid outer conductor of HELIFLEX® coaxial cable creates a continuous RFI/EMI shield that

minimizes system interference.

• Low VSWR

Special low VSWR versions of HELIFLEX® coaxial cables contribute to low system noise.

• Outstanding Intermodulation Performance

HELIFLEX® coaxial cable’s solid inner and outer conductors virtually eliminate intermods.

Intermodulation performance is also confirmed with state-of-the-art equipment at the RFS factory.

• High Power Rating

Due to their low attenuation, outstanding heat transfer properties and temperature stabilized dielectric

materials, HELIFLEX® cable provides safe long term operating life at high transmit power levels.

• Wide Range of Application

Typical areas of application are: feedlines for plenum-space installations within

occupied buildings or structures.

Technical Features

Structure

Inner conductor:

Dielectric:

Outer conductor:

Jacket:

Copper Tube

Helical Polyethylene Spacer

Corrugated Copper

Polyvinylidene Fluoride, PVDF

Mechanical Properties

Weight, approximately

Minimum bending radius, single bending

Minimum bending radius, repeated bending

Bending moment

Max. tensile force

Recommended / maximum clamp spacing

Electrical Properties

Characteristic impedance

Relative propagation velocity

Capacitance

Inductance

Max. operating frequency

Jacket spark test RMS

Peak power rating

RF Peak voltage rating

DC-resistance inner conductor

DC-resistance outer conductor

Recommended Temperature Range

Storage temperature

Installation temperature

Operation temperature

Other Characteristics

Fire Performance: Flame Retardant, Plenum Rated

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[kg/m (lb/ft)]

[mm (in)]

[mm (in)]

[Nm (lb-ft)]

[N (lb)]

[m (ft)]

[Ω]

[%]

[pF/m (pF/ft)]

[µH/m (µH/ft)]

[GHz]

[V]

[kW]

[V]

[Ω/km (Ω/1000ft)]

[Ω/km (Ω/1000ft)]

[°C (°F)]

[°C (°F)]

[°C (°F)]

9.0 (0.35)

20.2 (0.79)

25.5 (1.00)

28.0 (1.103)

0.68 (0.46)

100 (4)

250 (10)

27.0 (20.0)

1600 (360)

0.5 / 0.9 ( 1.8 / 3.0 )

50 +/- 0.5

93

71.0 (21.6)

0.178 (0.054)

3

8000

73

2700

1.1 (0.34)

0.88 (0.27)

-40 to +85 (-40 to +185)

-40 to +60 (-40 to +140)

-50 to +85 (-58 to +185)

VSWR Performance: Standard [dB (VSWR)]

Typical 20.8dB (1.2:1 VSWR) or better within the operation bands of most global frequency ranges. Premium also available. Contact factory for options in your specific frequency band.

Other Options:

Frequency Attenuation

[ MHz ] [ dB/100m

0.5

1.0

800

824

894

900

925

960

1000

1250

1500

1700

174

200

300

400

450

500

512

600

700

50

88

100

108

150

1.5

2.0

10

20

30

]

0.0813

0.115

0.141

0.163

0.366

0.520

0.638

0.827

1.10

1.18

1.23

1.45

1.57

1.69

2.08

2.42

2.57

2.72

2.76

3.0

3.25

3.49

3.55

3.71

3.72

3.78

3.85

3.94

4.45

4.91

5.26

[ dB/100ft ]

0.0248

0.0351

0.0430

0.0497

0.112

0.158

0.194

0.252

0.337

0.359

0.374

0.443

0.478

0.514

0.634

0.738

0.785

0.830

0.840

0.914

0.992

1.07

1.08

1.13

1.13

1.15

1.17

1.20

1.36

1.50

1.60

Power

[ kW ]

3.71

3.66

3.37

3.12

2.91

2.86

2.74

2.74

2.69

2.65

2.59

2.30

2.10

1.97

12.1

9.11

8.49

8.15

6.92

6.39

5.94

4.84

4.17

3.93

73.0

73.0

70.9

61.4

27.3

19.2

15.7

1800

2000

2200

2300

3000

5.43

5.75

6.07

6.22

7.22

1.65

1.75

1.85

1.90

2.20

1.91

1.81

1.72

1.68

1.47

Attenuation at 20°C (68°F) cable temperature

Mean power rating at 40°C (104°F) ambient temperature

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HCA78-50JPL

Rev: E0 / 09.Oct.2007


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