Optimized RF cable assembly design is critical in space applications. The systems are mechanically and electrically exposed, and the space environment poses unique challenges. Designing a crucial interconnect system that will perform reliably and consistently over long periods of time and withstand the extraordinary environmental and technical conditions of space is nothing like designing just any RF interconnect.

Equipment used to power space technology must also be lightweight, small, reliable, and resistant to high-shock and vibration, radiation, and harsh/extreme temperatures. RF coaxial cable assemblies must be designed to perform reliably in the smallest possible footprint. The equipment must also function continuously without hands-on maintenance.

Ground Systems and Testing for Space

Improvements and new technologies have introduced more challenges for the unique coaxial cable and connector solutions used for pre-launch and spaceflight testing.

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Space Launch

The backbone of any space program is the launch vehicle. Cables used for space launches need to withstand severe conditions at the lightest possible weight.

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Space Orbits

There are three main types of orbit in space: Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), and Geosynchronous Orbit (GEO).

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Deep Space

Deep space flight is when satellites or other equipment are outside of Earth’s orbit.

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Communication

There is a need for more data transmission volume and the ability to handle the next generation of launch vehicles.

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LEO Satellites

As the exploration of space increases, availability of cable assemblies fit for low earth orbit (LEO) applications becomes an increasing concern.

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Resources

Space Flight Catalog

Catalog for PhaseTrack® and Spaceflight™ cables

Key Considerations for Coaxial Cables in Space

Key considerations include phase stability, return loss, high density, materials

RF Cable Assemblies to Meet the Demands of Commercial Space Applications

Article originally published with SatNow

Phase-Stable Cables and the Challenges of Space

Article originally published with Microwave Product Digest

Reel Times- SiO2

Applications Engineer Julianne Benson discusses SiO2 cables

Reel Times Andrew Kurzrok- Semi Rigid Products

Andrew Kurzrok discusses 3 types of semi-rigid products

Reel Times Andrew Kurzrok- Space Applications

Andrew Kurzrok discusses the tremendous growth in the space industry

Reel Times SiO2

Andrew Kurzrok talks about our SiO2 line

Attenuation

Three properties define the attenuation of a coaxial cable

Achieving High Density in Mission-Critical Circuits

Article originally published with Microwave Journal

Phase Track® Cable – TF4™ Dielectric: The “Knee Replacement”

Article originally published with Microwave Product Digest

Beyond Teflon®: RF Assemblies for Extreme Environments

Beyond Teflon®: RF Assemblies for Extreme Environments, is part of our Times Ta

Space Coax Cables Assemblies Brochure

Phase stable interconnects are essential to the performance of many radio freque

Commercial Space Brochure

Cable assemblies for commercial space applications must be able to endure extrem

Solution Times: Silicone Dioxide (SiO2) Cable

Silicon Dioxide cables play an important role in particle accelerators

Reel Times: Multipaction

Maria Calia, Market Manager of Space and Missiles, discusses multipaction

Reel Times: Outgassing

Maria Calia, Market Manager of Space and Missiles, discusses outgassing

Optimizing Microwave Signal Transmissions In Extreme Cryogenic Environments

This paper describes the rational for choosing the optimum cable for use in cryo

RF in Space: 5 Steps to Find the Best Interconnect Supplier Webinar Summary

Searching and qualifying an RF interconnect supplier for space applications can

Solution Times: 800 km Away!

To gather precise radar detail down to 3 cm from an altitude of 800 km — satel

Reel Times: Radiation

Maria Calia discusses how we take radiation into account

Reel Times: Whiskering

Maria Calia, Market Manager of Space and Missiles, discusses whiskering

Current Innovations In Phase Stable Coaxial Cable Design

Article originally published with Microwave Product Digest

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Inside the Box

InstaBend 141

InstaBend® 141 cables can be bent very closely behind the connector, simplifying cable routing.

TF-047

TF-047 is a versatile micro-coaxial cable ideal for high-density applications.

Cable Assemblies for Spaceflight Testing

PhaseTrack 150

PhaseTrack® 150 assemblies the same triple-shield construction for applications demanding stable phase over temperature.

PhaseTrack 180

PhaseTrack®180 is a phase-stable coax assembly features a TF4® dielectric to eliminate the PTFE "knee" around 19 ºC.

PhaseTrack 210

PhaseTrack®210 is a Standard phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®.

PhaseTrack 318

PhaseTrack®318 is a phase-stable coax assembly featuring a TF4® dielectric to eliminate the PTFE "knee" around 19 ºC.

MaxGain Space 130

MaxGain® Space 130 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 160

MaxGain® Space 160 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 200

MaxGain® Space 200 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 300

MaxGain® Space 300 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

Cable Assemblies for Space Launch

SpaceFlight 310

The SpaceFlight product line embodies the critical requirements necessary for reliable performance in space.

SpaceFlight 200

The SpaceFlight product line embodies the critical requirements necessary for reliable performance in space.

SpaceFlight 140

The SpaceFlight product line embodies the critical requirements necessary for reliable performance in space.

SpaceFlight 095

SpaceFlight 095 is a small diameter cable ideal for inside the box applications.

PhaseTrack 318 Space

PhaseTrack®318 Space is an Ultra-Flexible phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®.

PhaseTrack 210 Space

PhaseTrack®210 Space cable assemblies are designed for applications demanding minimal phase change over temperature.

PhaseTrack 140 Space

PhaseTrack® 140 Space are phase stable cable assemblies for outside the box applications.

PhaseTrack 092 Space

PhaseTrack®092 Space is an Ultra-Flexible phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®.

MilTech Light-Weight 440

MilTech® 440 Light-Weight are hermetically sealed flexible RF and microwave assemblies.

MilTech Light-Weight 340

MilTech® 340 Light-Weight are hermetically sealed flexible RF and microwave assemblies.

MilTech Light-Weight 270

MilTech® 270 Light-Weight are hermetically sealed flexible RF and microwave assemblies.

MilTech Light-Weight 230

MilTech® 230 Light-Weight are hermetically sealed flexible RF and microwave assemblies.

MilTech 650

MILTECH® 650 ruggedized coaxial cable assemblies are fully vapor sealed, optimized and qualified for commercial, military airborne and other demanding applications.

MilTech 480

MILTECH® 480 ruggedized coaxial cable assemblies are fully vapor sealed, optimized and qualified for commercial, military airborne and other demanding applications.

MilTech 340 UF and MilTech 340 EL

MILTECH® 340 UF and MILTECH® 340 EL ruggedized coaxial cable assemblies are fully vapor sealed, optimized and qualified for commercial, military airborne and other demanding applications.

MilTech 300

MILTECH® 300 ruggedized coaxial cable assemblies are fully vapor sealed, optimized and qualified for commercial, military airborne and other demanding applications.

MilTech 265

MILTECH® 265 ruggedized coaxial cable assemblies are fully vapor sealed, optimized and qualified for commercial, military airborne and other demanding applications.

Miltech 230

MILTECH® 230 ruggedized coaxial cable assemblies are fully vapor sealed, optimized and qualified for commercial, military airborne and other demanding applications.

MaxGain Space 300

MaxGain® Space 300 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 200

MaxGain® Space 200 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 160

MaxGain® Space 160 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 130

MaxGain® Space 130 assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

PhaseTrack 318

PhaseTrack®318 is a phase-stable coax assembly featuring a TF4® dielectric to eliminate the PTFE "knee" around 19 ºC.

PhaseTrack 210

PhaseTrack®210 is a Standard phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®

PhaseTrack 180

PhaseTrack®180 is a phase-stable coax assembly features a TF4® dielectric to eliminate the PTFE "knee" around 19 ºC.

PhaseTrack 150

PhaseTrack® 150 assemblies the same triple-shield construction for applications demanding stable phase over temperature.

Cable Assemblies for Deep Space, GEO, and MEO Satellites

SiO2-270

SiO2 semi-rigid cable assemblies are used in applications demanding the ultimate in phase tracking performance and extreme environments.

SiO2-200

SiO2 semi-rigid cable assemblies are used in applications demanding the ultimate in phase tracking performance and extreme environments.

SiO2-141

SiO2 semi-rigid cable assemblies are used in applications demanding the ultimate in phase tracking performance and extreme environments.

SiO2-090

SiO2 semi-rigid cable assemblies are used in applications demanding the ultimate in phase tracking performance and extreme environments.

PhaseTrack 318 Space

PhaseTrack®318 Space is an Ultra-Flexible phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®.

PhaseTrack 210 Space

PhaseTrack®210 Space cable assemblies are designed for applications demanding minimal phase change over temperature.

PhaseTrack 140 Space

PhaseTrack® 140 Space are phase stable cable assemblies for outside the box applications.

SpaceFlight 310

The SpaceFlight product line embodies the critical requirements necessary for reliable performance in space.

SpaceFlight 200

The SpaceFlight product line embodies the critical requirements necessary for reliable performance in space.

SpaceFlight 140

The SpaceFlight product line embodies the critical requirements necessary for reliable performance in space.

PhaseTrack 092 Space

PhaseTrack®092 Space is an Ultra-Flexible phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®.

SpaceFlight 095

SpaceFlight 095 is a small diameter cable ideal for inside the box applications.

Cables for Space Communications

LMR

Our standard LMR® is the industry standard in high-performance broadband, flexible, low-loss 50 Ohm coaxial cables.

TCOM

TCOM® is a UV-resistant polyethylene jacketed cable designed for 20-year service outdoor use.

PhaseTrack

PhaseTrack® cable assemblies are designed for applications demanding minimal phase change over temperature.

MaxGain Space

MaxGain® Space assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

LEO Satellite Cable Assemblies

MaxGain Space 130

MaxGain® Space 130 cable assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 160

MaxGain® Space 160 cable assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 200

MaxGain® Space 200 cable assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

MaxGain Space 300

MaxGain® Space 300 cable assemblies are high-performance, ultra-low loss microwave coaxial cables.

InstaBend PhaseStable Space 092

InstaBend® PhaseStable Space 092 is an Ultra-Flexible phase-stable coax assembly featuring a proprietary fluorocarbon dielectric, TF4®.

InstaBend PhaseStable Space 047

InstaBend® PhaseStable Space 047 are low-loss, highly flexible, foam-core micro coaxial cable assemblies, eliminating the PTFE change phase occurring around 19 ºC.

InstaBend Space 047

InstaBend® Space 047 cable assemblies can be bent closely behind the connector to simplify cable routing.

InstaBend Space 086

InstaBend® Space 086 Assemblies are flexible, coaxial microwave assemblies designed for interconnects between RF circuit cards, modules and enclosure panels.