Chapter 1
Regardless of the assembly type, these factors determine
several critical aspects of the cable:
1. Maximum operating frequency
2. Flexibility
3. Compatible connectors
As applications move higher in frequency, the design's margin
for error decreases, and the demands on the cabling become
more stringent. For these reasons, engineers must pay
more attention to the cable and connectors' materials and
construction at higher frequencies. However, the abundance
RF Cable Assembly Overview
The RF cable assembly selection world encompasses
hundreds of variations, including commercial off-the-
shelf (COTS) cables, custom cables, and do-it-yourself
(DIY) cables. Coaxial cables are the most common type
of RF cable, and manufacturers produce them in many
different sizes, materials, and constructions.
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Wired for Success: Advantages of Custom RF Cables over COTS and DIY
