Flexible coaxial cables and assemblies including Amphenol TR-600 for broadband wireless communication
Times Microwave Systems (TMS)
Times Microwave Systems (TMS), founded in 1948 as Times Wire and Cable Company, is an engineering-oriented organization specializing in the design and manufacture of high-performance flexible and semi-rigid coaxial cables, connectors, and cable assemblies. TMS is committed to continuous improvement, adhering to ISO-9001 Quality Standards and ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems. With expertise honed in demanding applications like airborne electronic warfare systems and low smoke cables for shipboard use, TMS now delivers high-performance cables for the wireless communications market. Their innovative LMR cables offer a superior alternative to corrugated copper cables for antenna feeders and system interconnects, providing better flexibility, resistance to kinking, comparable attenuation, and easier connector attachment at a lower cost. TMS has pioneered advancements in coaxial cable technology, including closed-cell low-loss polyethylene foam dielectrics and low-loss taped PTFE dielectrics, resulting in transmission lines with low VSWR over broadband frequency ranges up to 40 GHz. Their commitment to full performance responsibility extends to cable assemblies, a capability that was unprecedented at the time of its development. TMS has also been instrumental in developing military specifications, including MIL-C-17 for coaxial cables, and is a leading source of MIL-C-17 qualified products with numerous Qualified Product Listings (QPLs). They also contributed to the MIL-T-81490 Transmission Line Specification for the US Navy and meet MIL-C-87104 requirements for harsh military airborne environments. TMS prioritizes customer requirements, with Field Application Engineers available to select or design the optimal product for specific applications, ensuring cost-effective solutions. Notably, TMS was selected by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics to supply Broadband Airborne Cable Assemblies for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter due to their ability to handle high-speed data in extreme avionics environments.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Times Microwave Systems (TMS)
- Origin: USA
- Certifications: ISO-9001, ISO-14001, MIL-C-17, MIL-T-81490, MIL-C-87104
Technical Specifications
| Product Line | Description | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| LMR Flexible Low Loss Coaxial Cable | High performance, broadband, flexible, low loss 50 Ohm coaxial communication cables. | Polyethylene Foam Dielectric (closed cell, dry nitrogen gas injected), High Performance Flexible Shielding System (multi-laminar aluminum composite tape bonded to dielectric, tinned copper outer braid), Polyethylene Outer Jacket (UV, sunlight, weather resistant). Offers lower loss and better shielding than comparably sized braided cables. |
| LMR-DB (Direct Burial) | Watertight cables with an inert flooding compound injected in the braid. | Eliminates possibility of water migration, 10-year warranty. Optional on sizes 600 and smaller, standard on sizes 900 and larger. |
| LMR-FR (Fire Retardant) | Fire retardant cable for building vertical risers or where fire retardancy is critical. | UL and CSA listed (CMR/CATVR). Non-halogen (non-toxic), low smoke. Designed for in-building runs, except air handling plenums. Meets FAA FAR25 requirements and MSHA-P for mining. |
| LMR-LLPL (Low Loss Plenum) | Low loss plenum rated cables for in-building applications. | UL/CSA listed (CMP/CATVP). Suitable for air-handling plenums and spaces requiring maximum fire retardancy and low smoke generation. Rugged and easy to install. |
| LMR-UF (Ultra Flexible) | Ultra flexible low loss cable with a stranded center conductor and thermoplastic rubber jacket. | Designed for maximum flexibility and multiple bending/flexing cycles. Suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. |
| LMR-MA (Mobile Antenna) | Flexible cable with unbonded tape shield for ease of removal. | PVC jacket for enhanced flexibility. Designed specifically for mobile antenna applications. |
| LMR-PVC | General-purpose cable with a polyvinylchloride outer jacket. | Enhanced flexibility compared to standard polyethylene jacketed LMR. |
| LMR-PVC-W | White-jacketed version of LMR-PVC. | For marine and other applications where color compatibility is desired. |
| LMR-lite | Lightweight version of standard LMR cable. | Uses aluminum braid instead of tinned copper braid for reduced weight. |
| FBT (Flexible Low Loss High Power) | Flexible low loss indoor/outdoor highly fire retardant cable. | Suitable for use up to 150C. Applicable for base station cabinets, return air handling plenums, and outdoor use. UL/NEC rating of CL2P. FEP jacket for UV resistance. |
| T-RAD (Leaky Feeder) | 50 Ohm leaky feeder cable for RF coverage in enclosed areas. | Broadband performance up to 2.5 GHz. Flexible, non-kinking design. MSHA approved for mining applications (FR series). |
| SilverLine | Cost-effective, durable, high-performance test cables. | Solid PTFE dielectric, stainless steel connectors, proven strain relief. Suitable for production, field, and laboratory test environments. |
| TCOM (Low Loss Low Passive Intermod) | Coaxial cable designed for low passive intermodulation distortion. | Better than -155 dBc PIM. Triple shielding system for enhanced shielding and low passive intermod. |
| LMR Bundled Cable | Multiple LMR cables bundled under a common outer jacket. | Ideal for Smart Antenna and sector applications, reducing installation cost and labor. Includes grounding fixtures and weather seal breakout boots. |
| Connector Interfaces | Wide variety of connector interfaces available. | N, MUHF, F, BNC, 716DIN, LC, TNC, SMA, HN, UHF, QDS, Reverse Polarity, QMA. Extensive line of non-solder type connectors (Advantage -X series EZ connectors). |
| Installation Tools & Accessories | Complete line of cable prep and connector installation tools, site installation hardware, and accessories. | Includes ground kits, hangers, hoisting grips, weatherproofing kits, tie wraps, mounting hardware, entry ports and hardware. |
| Cable Assemblies | High-quality, factory-tested LMR cable assemblies and Flextech jumpers. | 100% factory tested for insertion loss and VSWR. |
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