Description

1. Core Specifications Impedance: 50Ω (±0.3Ω) Outer Diameter: 1.625“ (41.3mm) Frequency Range: DC-3.5 GHz (TE11 mode) Bend Radius: Dynamic: 24” (61cm) One-Time: 16“ (41cm) Power Handling: 150 kW peak @ 30 MHz 40 kW average @ 1 GHz 8 kW @ 3 GHz 2. Advanced Construction Layer Material Key Innovation Center Conductor Silver-plated copper 0.745” OD with helical reinforcement Dielectric Foam-PTFE composite 0.82 εᵣ, crush-resistant Outer Conductor Triple-layer: 1) Corrugated copper tape 2) High-density braid 3) Tinned copper sheath 360° shielding (>130 dB) Jacket Armored fluoroelastomer MIL-DTL-915H compliant 3. Connector Systems 7/16 DIN-AP: For 100kW+ applications EIA 4-1/2“ Flange: Broadcast standard N-Type Hybrid: For test interfaces Quick-Disconnect: For rapid deployment Recommended Pairings: Rosenberger 67.5-84 (7/16 DIN, 200kW rated) Amphenol SF-1650 (Flange mount) 4. Performance Advantages Parameter Superflex 1-5/8” Rigid 1-5/8“ Installation Speed 3x faster - Vibration Resistance >10G RMS 2G RMS Maintenance Cycles Zero (20yr lifespan) Annual Weight Savings 15% lighter - 5. Installation Protocol Preparation: Use 1-ton cable reels with powered unspooling Apply bending templates for radius control Termination: Strip 3” jacket with hydraulic stripper Use 50-ton crimper for connectors Torque to 75 ft-lbs (flange bolts) Routing: Support every 5' in horizontal runs Use PTFE-lined guides at bends 6. Environmental Ratings Temperature: -65°C to +200°C Waterproof: IP69K (steam-cleaning proof) EMI/RFI Shielding: MIL-STD-461G compliant Flame Rating: IEEE 1202 FT6 7. Special Applications DRM Transmitters: 300kW+ systems Radar Arrays: Phased element feeds Particle Accelerators: RF cavity coupling Satcom: Ground station interconnects 8. Quality Assurance 100% RF Testing: 10MHz-3.5GHz sweep X-Ray Inspection: For braid uniformity Pull Testing: 500lb minimum retention 9. Ordering Options Standard Lengths: 25' to 500' reels Custom Configurations: Pressurizable to 30 psi Integrated fiber optic traces Radiation-hardened versions 10. Maintenance Advantage Zero Scheduled Maintenance: 20-year design life Self-Cleaning Connectors: Nano-coated contacts Smart Monitoring: Optional IoT sensors for: VSWR tracking Temperature monitoring Bend stress analysis