RF Interconnect Solutions for Aerospace
RF cable assemblies for aerospace development, avionics testing, SATCOM integration and ground-support equipment. Specify frequency, phase stability, routing and environmental requirements for engineering review.
Interconnect Selection for Aerospace Applications
Aerospace RF interconnect selection requires electrical performance to be considered alongside routing, temperature, vibration and connector requirements.
RadianWorks supports cable and assembly selection for development, integration and test applications. Where an assembly is intended for installation on an aircraft, qualification, material, traceability and acceptance-test requirements should be agreed as part of the specification.
Typical Applications
SATCOM Integration and Test
RF assemblies for satellite communications terminal development, integration and antenna measurements.
Radar Development and Test
Phase-stable interconnect options for radar subsystem development, antenna measurements and RF signal distribution.
Avionics Integration and Test
RF assemblies for testing and integrating navigation, communications and onboard electronic equipment, with installation requirements reviewed for the application.
Engineering Challenges
Phase Stability
Cable movement and temperature changes can affect phase response. Define the allowable phase change and relevant operating conditions when specifying the assembly.
Routing and Installation
Review cable diameter, weight, connector access and static or repeated bend-radius requirements against the installation geometry.
Environmental Requirements
Identify temperature, vibration, humidity and exposure conditions, together with any required qualification or acceptance testing.
Recommended Products
FX18
18 GHzStranded-conductor RF cable assemblies for applications requiring flexibility up to 18 GHz.
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FX26
26.5 GHzFlexible RF cable assemblies to 26.5 GHz, with an 18 mm static and 50 mm repeated bend radius.
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Assembly Configuration and Engineering Support
Define Your Assembly Requirements
Assembly requirements can be reviewed against customer drawings or an application specification.
- Customer drawings and specifications
- Assembly lengths and connector interfaces
- Phase-matching requirements
- Mechanical protection and strain relief
- Identification and labelling
- Agreed test and documentation requirements
Discuss Your Aerospace Application
Provide your operating frequency, connector interfaces, routing constraints and environmental requirements. Our engineering team will review the assembly options for your application.