Coaxial cables with low losses and wide temperature range performance typically rely on PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) as an insulation material. At elspec, PTFE has been the most frequently used core material—alongside copper, silver, and steel—for over 32 years. With industry demands for precise and stable measurements becoming increasingly rigorous, PTFE...

In the world of RF engineering, coaxial connectors play a critical role in the precise and stable transmission of high-frequency signals. Their performance, durability, and physical design impact not just the quality of signal transfer but also the flexibility and longevity of the entire RF system. Unlike other transmission...

Field Testing at Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) Between October 2015 and October 2016, two types of coaxial cables were tested under real radiation conditions at the HZDR. An 8-meter Teledyne Storm Microwave Phase Master® 160 and a 10-meter Harbour Industries LL142 were installed behind a beam dump at the ELBE...

In high-frequency engineering, one of the fundamental parameters used to assess component and system performance is return loss. This metric reflects how well the connections are matched, directly affecting signal reflection and transmission quality. A Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) is the primary tool for this analysis, capable of displaying...