coaxial cable Bel Fuse 5151-DKF-0024 designed to meet MIL-C-39012 standards for military and aerospace sectors
Product Overview
Semflex, a Cinch Connectivity Solutions brand, is a leading manufacturer of high-quality coaxial cable and cable assemblies with over 40 years of expertise. The company offers cost-effective, one-stop solutions for RF and microwave products, reducing time to market with rapid turnaround for new designs and increasing system reliability through high-quality products that exceed specifications. Semflex serves a global list of high-technology firms across various industries including military weapons platforms, electronic countermeasures, cellular infrastructure, satellite communications, commercial and military airframes, precision test and measurement, and semiconductor sputtering.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Semflex (a Cinch Connectivity Solutions brand)
- Origin: USA (implied by belfuse.com/cinch)
- Industry Focus: High Technology, Military, Aerospace, Telecommunications, Test & Measurement, Medical, Industrial Lasers, Professional Audio
- Certifications: Meets MIL-C-39012 applicable industry standards (for connectors)
Technical Specifications
| Product Series | Cable Types | Max. Frequency (GHz) | Key Features | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HPI/LAI Series | HP Series, LA Series | Up to 50 GHz | Most customer configurable, phase matching and custom marking available, wide selection of interfaces and jackets, connectors designed for cable fit and optimum transition. | Wide range of applications through 50GHz. |
| HPT Series | HP Series | Up to 50 GHz | Heavy duty hot molded rubber boot for strain relief, excellent adhesion, designed for lab and production testing and high flexure applications. | Lab and production testing, high flexure applications. |
| DKF Series | HP190S | Up to 18 GHz | Heavy duty slip-on rubber boot for strain relief, designed for lab and production applications, available in standard lengths with straight male connectors. | Lab and production applications. |
| SWI Series | SW Series | Up to 18 GHz | Higher performance alternative to RG series, ideal for in-box or in-cabinet applications, simplified connector attachments. | In-box or in-cabinet applications. |
| KW Series | KW430, KW530 | Up to 14 GHz | Copper clad aluminum center conductor for flexibility, increased power handling, >85 dB shielding, polyurethane jacket (fire retardant, UV resistant), superior flexibility compared to corrugated cables. | Applications requiring improved flexibility, tight installation spaces, ultra low loss, high power. |
| SM Series | SM405, SM402 | Up to 60 GHz (SM405), Up to 34 GHz (SM402) | Flexible alternative to semi-rigid cable, uses same connectors/tooling as 0.086/0.141, >100 dB shielding effectiveness. | Military ECM and guidance systems, commercial antennas, communication applications, compact or densely-spaced coaxial interconnects. |
Cable Constants & Insertion Loss Calculation
Insertion Loss (dB/in) = L x [( k1 x F ) + ( k2 x F ) ] / 1200
Connector Loss (dB) = k3 x F
Total Insertion Loss (IL) = Cable Loss + Connector Loss
Where:
- IL = Insertion Loss (dB)
- L = Length (in)
- F = Frequency (GHz)
Cable Constants (Examples)
| Cable Type | Max. Freq. (GHz) | k1 | k2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP120S | 55 | 15.22 | 0.59 |
| HP160S | 40 | 11.72 | 0.38 |
| LA190S | 28 | 7.38 | 0.32 |
| SW060 | 129 | 38.38 | 0.36 |
| KW430 | 14 | 3.894 | 0.396 |
| SM405 | 60 | 23.98 | 1.20 |
Connector Constants (k3)
| Connector Type | Straight (k3) | Right Angle (k3) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4mm | 0.03 | 0.05 |
| 2.92mm | 0.03 | 0.05 |
| 3.5mm | 0.03 | 0.05 |
| SMA | 0.03 | 0.05 |
| N | 0.05 | 0.07 |
| TNC | 0.05 | 0.07 |
VSWR Guide (Max)
| Freq. (GHz) | Interface | VSWR* (max) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 2.4mm, Straight | 1.45 |
| 50 | 2.4mm, Right Angle | 1.50 |
| 40 | 2.9mm, Straight | 1.40 |
| 40 | 2.9mm, Right Angle | 1.50 |
| 35 | 3.5mm, Straight | 1.40 |
| 35 | 3.5mm, Right Angle | 1.50 |
| 26 | SMA Straight | 1.25 |
| 26 | SMA Right Angle | 1.30 |
| 18 | N Straight | 1.30 |
| 18 | N Right Angle | 1.30 |
| 18 | TNC Straight | 1.30 |
| 18 | TNC Right Angle | 1.30 |
Assembly Lengths & Tolerances
Length: Min 6 in, Max 480 in (Example: 0006=6 in; 0120=120 in)
Standard Length Tolerance:
- 6~119: -0, +0.5
- 120~179: -0, +1
- 180~480: -0, +4
Contact factory for lengths over 480.
Cable Construction Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Center Conductor | Solid or Stranded Silver Plated Copper, Copper Clad Aluminum |
| Dielectric Material | PTFE (Solid, Low Density, Ultra Low Density Microporous), Polyethelene |
| Shielding | Multiple layers including Silver Plated Copper (Round Braid, Flat Braid), Metalized Foil, Polyimide/Polyester Foil. Shielding effectiveness ranges from >40 dB to >100 dB. |
| Jacket Material | Extruded FEP (High temp, Chemical resistant), Polyurethane (Low temp, UV resistant, Abrasion resistant), Black Polyurethane (Fire retardant, UV resistant). |
Power Handling
Average power ratings are based on VSWR of 1.0:1, at sea level and an ambient temperature of 25 C. Ratings can be adjusted using derating factors for temperature and altitude.
| Connector | Avg Power* (kW) | Peak Power (kW) |
|---|---|---|
| SMA | 0.1 | 2.5 |
| N | 0.6 | 10 |
| 7/16 DIN | 3.0 | 40 |
*Typical for most applications and based on 900MHz.
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