LCF12-50JFN
1/2" CELLFLEX® Low-Loss Foam-Dielectric Coaxial Cable

Rev : W | Rev date : 15 Dec 2023

CELLFLEX® 1/2" low loss flexible cable; flame retardant/ halogen free jacket

FEATURES / BENEFITS

  • Low Attenuation
    The low attenuation of CELLFLEX® coaxial cable results in highly efficient signal transferin your RF system.
  • Complete Shielding
    The solid outer conductor of CELLFLEX® coaxial cable creates a continuous RFI/EMI shield that minimizes system interference.
  • Low VSWR
    Special low VSWR versions of CELLFLEX® coaxial cables contribute to low system noise.
  • Outstanding Intermodulation Performance
    CELLFLEX® coaxial cable's solid inner and outer conductors virtually eliminate intermods. Intermodulation performance is also confirmed with state-of-the-art equipment at the RFS factory.
  • High Power Rating
    Due to their low attenuation, outstanding heat transfer properties and temperature stabilized dielectric
    materials, CELLFLEX® cable provides safe long term operating life at high transmit power levels.
  • Wide Range of Application
    Typical areas of application are: feedlines for broadcast and terrestrial microwave antennas, wireless cellular, PCS and ESMR base stations, cabling of antenna arrays, and radio equipment interconnects.
  • Meets or Exceeds: IEC 60754-1, -2; IEC 60332-1-1, -2;IEC 61034-1, -2; IEC 60332-3-24 (formerly IEC 60332-3-C)


Technical features

Applications

ApplicationsOEM jumpers, Main feed transitions to equipment, GPS lines, Riser-rated In-Building, CPR classified cable

Structure

Cable TypeFoam-Dielectric, Corrugated
Size1/2
Inner Conductor Diameter mm (in)4.8 (0.19)
Inner Conductor MaterialCopper-Clad Aluminum Wire
Dielectric Diameter mm (in)11.3 (0.44)
Dielectric MaterialFoam Polyethylene
Outer Conductor Diameter mm (in)13.8 (0.54)
Outer Conductor MaterialCorrugated Copper
Jacket Diameter mm (in)15.8 (0.62)
Jacket MaterialBlack Polyethylene, Metalhydroxite Filling

Testing and Environmental

Fire PerformanceFlame Retardant, LS0H
Flame Retardant Jacket SpecificationsMeets/Exceeds: IEC 60754-1, -2; IEC 60332-1-1, -2;
IEC 61034-1, -2; IEC 60332-3-24 (formerly IEC 60332-3-C);
UL 1581; UL 1666; NFPA 130; NEC type CATVR; EN45545-2(GER production);
CPR: https://www.rfsworld.com/searchengine/construction-products-regulation-cpr
Installation Temperature °C(°F)-25 to 60 (-13 to 140)
Storage Temperature °C (°F)-70 to 85 (-94 to 185)
Operation Temperature °C(°F)-50 to 85 (-58 to 185)

Electrical Specifications

Impedance Ω50 +/- 1
Maximum Frequency GHz8.8
Velocity %87
Capacitance pF/m (pF/ft)76 (23.2)
Inductance uH/m (uH/ft)0.19 (0.058)
Peak Power Rating kW38
RF Peak Voltage Volts1950
Jacket Spark Volt RMS8000
Inner Conductor dc Resistance Ω/1000 m (Ω/1000 ft)1.62 (0.5)
Outer Conductor dc Resistance Ω/1000 m (Ω/1000 ft)3.55 (1.08)
Return Loss (VSWR) PerformanceStandard or Premium
Min. Return Loss (Max. VSWR)dB (VSWR)Standard 20dB (1.222) / Premium 23/24dB (1.152/1.135) on specified frequencies
Phase Stabilized

Phase stabilized and phase matched cables and assemblies are available upon request.

Temperature & PowerStandard

Mechanical Specifications

Cable Weight, Nominal kg/m (lb/ft)0.201 (0.135)
Minimum Bending Radius, Single Bendmm (in)70 (3)
Minimum Bending Radius, Repeated Bendsmm (in)125 (5)
Bending Moment Nm (lb-ft)6.5 (4.79)
Tensile Strength N (lb)1050 (236)
Recommended / Maximum Clamp Spacing m (ft)0.6 / 1 (2 / 3.25)

Attenuation @ 20°C (68°F) and Power Rating @ 40°C (104°F)

Frequency, MHzdB per 100mdB per 100ftPower, kW
1 0.21 0.07 35.30
100 2.18 0.66 3.45
200 3.12 0.95 2.41
450 4.77 1.45 1.57
700 6.03 1.84 1.24
800 6.48 1.98 1.16
900 6.91 2.10 1.09
1800 10.10 3.07 0.75
2000 10.70 3.26 0.70
2200 11.30 3.44 0.67
2400 11.80 3.61 0.63
2700 12.70 3.86 0.59
3000 13.40 4.09 0.56
3500 14.70 4.47 0.51
4000 15.80 4.83 0.47
5000 18 5.50 0.42
6000 20.70 6.30 0.37
7000 22 6.70 0.34
8800 25.20 7.69 0.30

External Document Links

Notes

  • LCF12-50JFNTCTC cables (temperature cycled) are cables that are aged in order to reduce hysteresis effects. Available upon request.
  • Europe ordering code:

LCF12-50JFN-1-50: LCF12-50JFN, 50m length, Carton

LCF12-50JFN-1-100: LCF12-50JFN, 100m length, Carton

LCF12-50JFN-1-240: LCF12-50JFN, 240m length, Drum 06-042-X

LCF12-50JFN-1-500: LCF12-50JFN, 500m length, Drum 08-053-X