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Cardinal High-Frequency RF Cables

Engineered for repeatability and scalability, Cardinal High-Frequency RF Cables deliver reliable, measurement-grade connectivity with low-loss, phase-stable performance and controlled impedance. These cable assemblies help prevent phase drift, loss, setup variability and the need for re-testing by providing consistent results, robust durability and versatile options that streamline integration and shorten validation times.

Precision Cardinal RF Cables for Test and Measurement


Cardinal Flex—Durable, High-Frequency Cables for Demanding Environments

The rugged construction and small-diameter cable of Cardinal Flex High-Frequency Flexible RF Cables ensure reliable, consistent performance up to 110 GHz despite tight bends in constrained cable paths and repeated handling in high-cycle lab and production setups. Multiple available connector types help avoid adapter stacks, streamlining system integration and accelerating testing cycles.

Molex Cardinal Flex High-Frequency Flexible RF Test Cables.

Cardinal Test—RF Cable Solutions for Lab, VNA and Production Testing

Optimized for VNA, lab and automated production test environments, measurement-grade Cardinal Test High-Frequency RF Cables feature an armored, ruggedized design that protects against abrasion and wear. This resilience helps ensure repeatable performance, improves correlation and minimizes troubleshooting and re-testing time.

Molex Cardinal Test high-frequency RF test cables.

Cardinal Wave—Low-Loss Performance for High-Frequency Applications

Low-loss, phase-stable Cardinal Wave High-Frequency RF Cables provide accurate and repeatable broadband performance up to 67 GHz for use in test-and-measurement, telecom and networking applications. Options for 0.047 and 0.086 coaxial cable with multiple connector options, standard lengths and configurations help reduce design constraints and lead times.

Molex Cardinal Wave High-Frequency RF Test Cables.

Cardinal Multi-Port—Stable Signal Integrity Across RF and Microwave Systems

Simplifying integration and ensuring scalable connectivity in high-density systems, Cardinal Multi-Port assemblies provide high-precision, phase-matched channel-to-channel connectivity up to 145 GHz. Solderless compression attachment and compact multi-line configurations minimize downtime and reduce setup errors in complex RF test environments.

Molex Cardinal Multi-Port High-Frequency Coaxial Assemblies.
  Frequency Range Typical VSWR Connector Interface Option
Cardinal Flex Cables DC to 110 GHz, depending on connector type < 1.4:1 up to 110 GHz (connector dependent) 1.0, 1.85, 2.4, 2.92, 3.5mm, SMA, Type N
Cardinal Test Armored Cables DC to 110 GHz, depending on connector type < 1.4:1 up to 110 GHz (connector dependent) 1.0, 1.85, 2.4, 2.92, 3.5mm, SMA, Type N
Cardinal Wave Cables DC to 67 GHz, depending on connector type ≤1.30:1 (DC to 40 GHz)
≤1.35:1 (DC to 67 GHz)
1.85, 2.4, 2.92mm
Cardinal Multi-Port Coaxial Assemblies DC to 145 GHz, depending on connector type 1.6:1 (DC to 67 GHz)
2.0:1 (DC to 145 GHz)
0.8, 1.0, 1.85mm (single-row 1x4 or 1x8; dual-row 2x8)