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Rosenberger Asia Pacific Co., Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary invested and built in China by Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co, Germany in 1997. With its long tradition of being the best and providing creative solutions, Rosenberger Asia Pacific has excelled and earned a great reputa-tion in the Asia Pacific region. It has become the regional high tech development center, integral in Rosen-berger’s global strategy.

With modern management, innovative research and development, design, and an expansive service cen-ter network, Rosenberger Asia Pacific ranks steadily as a leader in the telecommunication termination unit industry. The company’s global technology platform is open and expansive. It also complements other tech-nologies and has achieved innovative progress in “the passive inter-modulation analyzer”. Our progress in innovation and technology serves as a strong basis for our sustained development and is reflected in the quality you see in our products and customer service.

In line with Rosenberger Headquarters’ production management system, technology standards and profes-sional manufacturing standards, Rosenberger Asia Pacific produces high quality products in its Beijing and Shanghai manufacturing bases.

The Rosenberger Beijing base has equipped manufacturing, testing, training, sales and services system, including world wide advanced mechanical processing, plating, assembling and testing production lines. Playing a leading role in Asia, it is able to maintain its technological superiority steadily in the micro-wave telecommunication cable assembly and coaxial connectors industry.

Our Shanghai R&D / production base obtains a whole set of optic electronic manufacturing technology and testing standards from Germany. The base has highly automated fiber optical cable, jumper and HDCS ca-bling system production lines, guaranteeing our technological superiority and quality products. As the service center of manufacturing, sales and training of Asia Pacific, Rosenberger Shanghai is capable of providing much stronger support and services to our customers.

Relying on the complete system and network services in the Chinese mainland and the logistics center in Singapore and Pakistan, Rosenberger formed a high-quality, fast and flexible logistics support system that fully demonstrates quality service.

Rosenberger Asia Pacific is an ISO9001 quality system, ISO14001 environmental system and ISO/TS16949 automotive industry system certified company. We exercise stringent quality control in our products and services. As we expand and improve our sales and services system, our distribution and agency framework becomes more solid. We are confident in our products and optimized solutions to serve our customers and exceed their expectations.

Rosenberger @ Asia Pacific

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Preview..................................................................................Reseach&Development strength Technological advantagesPrecision manufactureHigh-Performance cableTesting description for Rosenberger cable assemblies under harsh circumstances

Cable assemblies’ selection guide.....................................With environmental considerationsSelection guide for CableSelection guide for ConnectorSelection guide for Armor

Standard production of cable assembles..........................Standard test cable assemblies under 6GHzEconomy calibration test cable assemblies under 18GHzAmplitude and phase stability standard test cable assemblies under 18GHzVNA (Vector Network Analyzer) standard test cable assemblies

Calibration kits and accessories for measuring...............Calibration kits for measuringTools

Use and maintenance attention items of cable.................Storage environment and methodCaution in usingSurface inspectionMechanical inspection

Part Number Designation Presentation.............................

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Reseach&Development strength

Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. was founded in 1958, concentrating on RF connector for over 50 years. Both RF connector and microwave cable assemblies of Rosenberger have appreciative reputation in the industry. The products have been widely used in applications and developments of communi-cate, test instruments, military and aviation. Accounting for better services to Asia-Pacific customers, based on the technology of Germany, the products of Rosenberger Asia Pacific are gradu-ally localized. The technical R&D center located in headquarter of Rosenberger Asia Pacific Beijing makes great contribution to cable assemblies’ localized.

As the most significant R&D center and manufacturing base, Rosenberger Asia-Pacific region carried on the spiry production technology and quality. At present, beside feeder connection solution in communication and 50GHz precision VNA test cable assemblies, vast majority of products can be manufactured in Bei-jing.

Main research direction of R&D center:• High-performance precision test cable assemblies

• Cable assemblies working under harsh environment

Technological advantages

Rosenberger high-performance cable assemblies are made of low-density and ultra-low-density PTFE as dielectric, with Rosen-berger high-precision connector, which perform superior quality such as extremely low loss, outstanding phase stability, fine me-chanical performance, and common cables unmatched flexibility. Rosenberger’s patented connector accessories technique enables connectors’ better performance enduring mechanic and tempera-ture impacts than common connectors.

Feathers of Rosenberger high-performance cable assemblies• Low SWR (Typical 1.25:1@40GHz) • Exceeding low loss• Excellent amplitude and phase stability• Excellent shielding performance• Accurate phase matching• Long service life and repeatable test accuracy • Able to provide cable assemblies according to the level of mili-

tary in China and America

Besides excellent electronic properties, Rosenberger also has cable assemblies using QUICK-LOCK, PUSH-ON technology, which can realize fast and reliable plug and unplug; and they can improve the mounting density of cable assemblies maximally, pro-viding perfect solution to frequent measurement and high mount-

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Precision manufacturePrecision machining connector

Sorts of connectors

In spite of common connectors, Rosenberger supplies all kinds of precision connector. Rosenberger can supply different kinds of precision connector in the range of DC-110GHz; furthermore, in this range Rosenberger can also provide calibration kits for differ-ent kinds of connector.

Compared to Rosenberger general connector, Rosenberger preci-sion connector can provide much better electrical performance (some can achieve calibration level).

Design and materials of all connectors and connector parts con-form to MIL-C-39012.Rosenberger connectors have been opti-mized can achieve the lowest SWR in the stated frequency range. In addition, patented connector accessories have been designed to provide high reliability and withstand heavy stress. The outer contact, dielectric, and center contact guarantee that the cable as-

sembly keeps its excellent properties even after series use.

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VSWR of three standard types of Rosenberger connector

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High-Performance cableOur cable is not only designed to minimize both reflection and transmission losses but also maximize phase and amplitude stability by carefully control-ling the special design, all materials and manufacture processes. The con-struction of typical Rosenberger high-performance microwave cable is as follows:

Solid and durable cable armor

Accounting for various working circumstances and customers’ requirements, Rosenberger high-performance microwave cable assem-blies are matched by various armors. To extends the assembly life and adds additional physical protection. Four standard armors are detailed below. Additional armor types are also available. Please contact Rosenberger Asia Pacific with any special requirements.

Center contactSolid or stranded silver-plated copper wire. In comparison to equal size stranded cen-ter conductors, the solid center conductor has less RF resistance, lower attenuation, and when bending has better amplitude stability. But the stranded center conductor is more flexible and when bending better phase stability.

Inner shieldSilver-plated copper tape, helically wrapped with 40% minimum overlap between layers. This shield allows for outstanding flexibility and 100% coverage dielectric. By strictly monitoring the precision wrapping process and carefully matching the elasticity of the dielectric to the properties of the silver-plated copper tape, uniform impedance and ideal contact between individual layers of the shield are maintained.

JacketFluorinated Ethylene Propylene (FEP), is excellent because of its high temperature resistance and chemical inertness.

DielectricLow density PTFE has a dielectric constant range from 1.4 to 1.7 depending on the cable type. Most transmission loss is caused either directly or indirectly by the dielec-tric. In addition, the dielectric determines the velocity of transmission, temperature range, rated power, phase and amplitude stability and flexibility. Those parameters of low density PTFE is very ideal due to its low density and low thermal coefficient of expansion. And the better flexibility and phase stability.

Outer shieldSilver-plated copper wire, tightly braided over the inner shield. This braid is primarily strength members that also add additional RF shielding. And is the primarily factor that infects weight.

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Testing description for Rosenberger cable assem-blies under harsh circumstances

Rosenberger high-performance microwave cable assemblies can work in kinds of harsh situations, such as arctic, desert, battlefield and avia-tion etc. The followings are parts of tests standard that RTK series cable assemblies attained:

• High-temperaturer test per MIL-STD-202, Method 107, 5 cycles, 55 to 165 degrees C, or MIL-STD-810, Method 503, Procedure I.

• Aging Stability per MIL-C-17, Paragraph 4.8.16, 165 degrees C for 168 hours.

• Vibration per MIL-STD-202, Method 204, Test condition B.• High Pressure, increase pressure at a rate of not more than 10 bar/

minute to 100 bar for 12 hours.• Low Pressure per MIL-STD-1344A, Method 1004.• Humidity per MIL-STD-810, Method 507, Procedure I.• Salt Fog per MIL-STD-810, Method 509, Procedure I.• Sand and Dust per MIL-STD-810, Method 510, Procedure I.• Stress Crack Resistance per MIL-C-17, Paragraph 4.8.17.• Cold Bend per MIL-C-17, Paragraph 4.8.19.• Chemical Resistance(keep stable towards following chemical )

JP-4 and JP-5 fuelsHydraulic fluidLubrication oil

• Coolants of fluorocarbon, silicon, silicate ester, and glycol families• Corrosive Atmosphere per MIL-E-5400, Paragraph 3.1.6.

In regard of better services to military and other research institutes, Rosenberger can accomplish all tests of National Military Standard GJB150 requests, such as mechanical, sur-face, humidity, temperature, thermal shock, salt fog and real-time X-ray tests.

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Cable type selectionCustomers can choose cables according to the working conditions, with the insertion loss, phase, power and cable outer diameter of cable assemblies consideration. Generally speaking, the insertion loss, outer diameter and weight etc are bound to each other; we usu-ally balance them according to the customer’s actual situation.

We should firstly be aware of the working environment and function of the cable in order to choose a right one. High-performance micro-

wave cable assemblies usually work in the following conditions:• Measurement—testing cable in lab• Military hardware—radar, electronic warfare etc.• Aviation—satellite, missile, aircraft etc.

• Common industry testing

Cable assemblies’ selection guide with environmental considerations

Cable Assemblies Selection Guide

Rosenberger suggests you pay attention to the following aspects in order to choose right cable assemblies:• Connector’s type and basic electrical requirements• Work environment and the surroundings (for long service life and repeatable test accuracy)• Advanced electrical requirements (such as phase match of batches) and environmental test requirement (such as meet special mili-

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Parameters of Rosenberger high-performance cable

*The power of RG series all are at 2.5GHz.

RTK-Flex Series Low Loss Series Low Halogen Exceeding Low Loss Series RG Series

Cable Type R-Flex405 R-Flex402 RTK125 RTK106 RTK107 RTK161 RTK162 RTK161PRTK162P RTK041 RTK040 RTK052 RTK050 RTK080 RTK081 RG142B/U RG223/U RG214/U

Impedance Ohms 50

Max frequency GHz 18 50 40 26.5 18 40 26.5 18 5

Outer diameter mm 2.54 4.12 3.18 3.73 3.73 5.33 5.33 5.60 5.60 3.61 3.61 5.0 5.21 7.44 7.9 4.95 5.40 10.8

Center contact(solid, stranded)

single core ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

multi core ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Max insertion loss(db/m)

1GHz 0.70 0.40 0.49 0.39 0.53 0.26 0.36 0.26 0.36 0.39 0.36 0.30 0.26 0.20 0.16 0.42 0.46 0.27

5GHz 1.94 1.18 1.11 0.88 1.18 0.60 0.79 0.60 0.79 0.86 0.75 0.64 0.52 0.42 0.34 1.10 1.11 0.80

10GHz 2.43 1.49 1.61 1.31 1.71 0.92 1.18 0.92 1.18 1.25 1.08 0.98 0.76 0.62 0.49 - - -

18GHz 3.60 2.23 2.23 1.81 2.36 1.28 1.64 1.28 1.64 1.67 1.48 1.31 1.05 0.85 0.69 - - -

26.5GHz - - 2.76 2.23 2.92 1.61 2.03 1.61 2.03 - 1.81 1.61 1.28 - - - - -

40GHz - - 3.48 2.85 - - - - - - 2.23 - - - - - - -

50GHz - - 3.97 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Power Watt(CW)@10GH 58 120 105 150 129 286 248 286 248 161 172 281 328 540 643 260* 75* 100*

Weight g/m 19.4 43.3 26.2 36.1 36.1 65.6 65.6 66.0 66.0 29.5 32.8 59.1 65.6 121.4 137.8 64 60 196Static bending radius mm 6.35 12.70 5.08 6.35 6.35 9.65 9.65 9.65 9.65 9.65 9.65 12.70 12.70 19.05 31.75 25 27 55Detail infor-mation page 11 13 15 17 19

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RTK-Flex series cable

RTK-Flex series cable from Rosenberger is an excellent economy choice for Microwave signal transmission. Resort our high frequency microwave cable technology, Rosenberger has designed RTK-Flex series to meet the maximum frequency 18GHz.

Not only the frequency upgrades, but also much better shielding, stability, durability and lower cost achieved compared to similar prod-ucts. RTK-Flex is constructed by an improved solid PTFE dielectric wrapped underneath a precision wrap layer of metal Cu tape for nearly ideal microwave shielding. A round wire braid and FEP outer jacket add better retention force and protection. So RTK-Flex holds better microwave performance and excellent mechanical characteristics. RTK-Flex is universal and easy to manufacture since it can be

stripped by standard tools and match standard semi-rigid cable connectors.

Parameters of RTK-Flex series cable

Parameters of RTK-Flex series RTK-Flex 405 RTK-Flex 402Physical parameters

Jacket Diameter mm 2.54 4.12

Outer Shield Diameter mm 2.13 3.56

Dielectric Diameter mm 1.68 3.05

Center Contact Diameter mm 0.51 0.91

Weight g/m 19.4 43.3

Minimum Bend Radius mm 6.35 12.70

Electrical Performance Parameter

Characteristic Impedance, Ohms 50 50

Maximum Operating Frequency, GHz 18 18

Transmission Ratio, 70% 70%

Capacitance, pF/m 96.1 96.1

Shield Performance dB@1GHz >-90 >-90

Maximum Insertion Loss (dB/m)(details in the chart below)

1 GHz 0.70 0.40

5 GHz 1.94 1.18

10 GHz 2.43 1.49

18 GHz 3.60 2.23

Max Voltage, VRMS 2000 2000

Signal Delay, ns/m 4.76 4.76

Max Power. details in the chart below

Environmental Characteristics

Temperature Range, ℃ -65/+125 -65/+125

Optional Connectors All types of standard connectors for semi-rigid cable

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Characteristic diagram of cable

RTK-Flex series cable

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Low Loss cable

Rosenberger Low Loss cable provided with high microwave performance. They have outstanding mechanical integrity without sacrificing insertion loss, phase stability, or VSWR. Low Loss cable are extremely versatile, moderately priced, and fit a large variety of applications.

Parameters of Low Loss Cable

* The date is gained by cable wrapped around one cylinder of diameter 50mm.

Parameters of Low Loss RTK 125 RTK 106 RTK 107 RTK 161 RTK 162

Physical Parameters

Jacket Diameter mm 3.18 3.73 3.73 5.33 5.33

Center Contact Type type Solid Solid Stranded Solid stranded

Weight g/m 26.2 36.1 36.1 65.6 65.6

Minimum Bend Radius mm 5.08 6.35 6.35 9.65 9.65

Bend Times 10,000 10,000 100,000 10,000 100,000


Characteristic Impedance Ohms 50 50 50 50 50

Maximum Operating Frequency GHz 50 40 26.5 26.5 26.5

Transmission Ratio 77% 77% 77% 77% 77%

Capacitance pF/m 86 86 86 86 86

Shield Performance dB@1GHz >-100 >-100 >-100 >-100 >-100

Maximum Insertion Loss（dB/m）

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1 GHz 0.49 0.39 0.53 0.26 0.36

5 GHz 1.11 0.88 1.18 0.60 0.79

10 GHz 1.61 1.31 1.71 0.92 1.18

18 GHz 2.23 1.81 2.36 1.28 1.64

26.5 GHz 2.76 2.23 2.92 1.61 2.03

40 GHz 3.48 2.85 - - -

50 GHz 3.97 - - - -

Phase Stability (Bend)10 GHz 3° 3° 2° 3° 2°

18 GHz 5° 5° 2° 5° 2°

Phase Stability (Temperature) See Next Page

Max Power See Next Page


Temperature Range ℃ -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165

Optional Connectors Please according to the connector selection guide or contact Rosenberger for technical service

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Low loss cableCharacteristic diagram of cable

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Low Halogen Cable

Low Halogen cable is designed especially for the customers who need crucial flexibility. The polyurethane (PUR) jacket is very flexible irrespec-tive of temperature and well able to handle the extremes of temperature experienced in a laboratory. They have the better low loss, phase stability and SWR same as”Low Loss cable”.

* The date is gained by cable wrapped around one cylinder of diameter 50mm.

Parameters of Low Halogen Cable

Parameters of Low Halogen RTK 161P RTK 162P

Physical Parameters

Jacket Diameter mm 3.18 5.33

Center Contact Type type Solid stranded

Weight g/m 26.2 65.6

Minimum Bend Radius mm 5.08 9.65

Bend Times 10,000 100,000


Characteristic Impedance Ohms 50 50

Maximum Operating Frequency GHz 50 26.5

Transmission Ratio 77% 77%

Capacitance pF/m 86 86

Shield Performance dB@1GHz >-100 >-100



1 GHz 0.49 0.36

5 GHz 1.11 0.79

10 GHz 1.61 1.18

18 GHz 2.23 1.64

26.5 GHz 2.76 2.03

Phase Stability (Bend)*10 GHz 3° 2°

18 GHz 5° 2°

Phase Stability (Temperature) See next page

Max Power See next page


Temperature Range ℃ -65/+165 -65/+165

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Characteristic diagram of cable

Low halogen cable

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Exceeding Low Loss Cable

Rosenberger exceeding Low Loss cable are flexible cable optimized to provide the lowest insertion loss available at frequency 18-40 GHz. The cables utilize an exceeding low density PTFE as dielectric, so lower weight and insertion loss, compared to standard microwave cables, im-proves electrical stability, and greater resilience and flexibility.

Parameters of Exceeding Low Loss Cable

Parameters of Exceeding Low Loss Cable RTK 041 RTK 040 RTK 052 RTK 050 RTK 080 RTK 081

Physical Parameters

Jacket Diameter mm 3.61 3.61 5.00 5.21 7.44 7.90

Center Contact Type type Stranded Solid Stranded Solid Stranded Solid

Weight g/m 29.5 32.8 59.1 65.6 121.4 137.8

Minimum Bend Radius mm 9.65 9.65 12.70 12.70 19.05 31.75

Bend Times 35,000 5,000 35,000 5,000 35,000 5,000


Characteristic Impedance Ohms 50 50 50 50 50 50

Maximum Operating Frequency, GHz 18 40 26.5 26.5 18 18

Transmission Ratio 83% 83% 83% 83% 83% 83%

Capacitance pF/m 80.4 80.4 80.4 80.4 80.4 80.4

Shield Performance dB@1GHz >-100 >-100 >-100 >-100 >-100 >-100



1 GHz 0.39 0.36 0.30 0.26 0.20 0.16

5 GHz 0.86 0.75 0.64 0.52 0.42 0.34

10 GHz 1.25 1.08 0.98 0.76 0.62 0.49

18 GHz 1.67 1.48 1.31 1.05 0.85 0.69

26.5 GHz - 1.81 1.61 1.28 - -

40 GHz - 2.23 - - - -

Phase Stability (Bend) *10 GHz 1° 2° 1° 1° 3° ** 3° **

18 GHz 1° 3° 1° 2° 5° ** 5° **

Phase Stability (Temperature) See Next Page

Max Power See Next Page


Temperature Range ℃ -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165 -65/+165

Optional Connectors Please according to the connector selection guide or contact Rosenberger for technical service.

*The date is gained by cable wrapped around one cylinder of diameter 50mm.

**The date is gained by cable wrapped around one cylinder of diameter 75mm.

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Characteristic Diagram of CableExceeding Low Loss Cable

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Rosenberger semi-rigid/semi-flex cable assemblies transmit high-speed and high- frequency microwave signal mainly, they are the most effective and economy solution in microwave cabinet system. The main features are as follows:

• Working performance: easy to bend, bend to plate, pull, manu-facture, solder, or connect without influence the electrical per-formance, the line-end can be reliably and repeatedly batches manufactured.

• Insertion loss performance: minimum possible loss, center con-tact supplies lowest loss after geometry optimization.

• Impedance matching: low SWR, the dielectric guarantee lowest power reflection by strictly tolerance control.

• Shielding performance: close to the ideal value, over 130dB isola-tion.

• Structure and composition: the metal tube outer contact provides minimum size and best integrity; the outer copper can be soldered to the circuit boards directly.

Semi-rigid /Semi-Flex Cable

RG series Cable

RG series cables are designed according to MIL-C-17 and could be compatible with all standard connector types. Cooperated with Rosen-berger’s optimized stable connectors, RG series cable offers customer an optimum and cost-effective ideal solution for commonly test.

Other optional cables

Besides the cable above, Rosenberger can also select other kinds of cable according to customer’s request or special application, such as LMR series, T-COM series of Times etc. Please contact Rosenberger Asia Pacific directly.

Typical application range of Rosenberger semi-rigid/semi-flex cable:• Frequency from 500MHz to 65GHz • High-frequency cabinet system• All kinds of microwave devices and assemblies system• Delay cable• Medical electron system • Wireless communication system • High-speed computer system• CATV transmit system

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Parameters of Semi-rigid /Semi-Flex Cable

RG/半刚/半柔电缆

Cable TypeRg Series Semi-Rigid Series Semi-Flex Series

RG142 B/U

RG 223/U RG214/U UT47 UT85 UT 141 FTK-FS 085-50FTK-FS141-SPCW/-FEP-SPC/-FEP-SPCW

FTK-FS 250-FEP-C

Physical ParametersAcket Diameter mm 4.95 5.40 10.80 1.19 2.20 3.58 2.2/2.6 3.6/4.6/4.6 7.2Center Contact Type Type Solid Solid Stranded Solid Solid solid solid solid solidWeight g/m 64 60 196 15/18 44/53/53 130Minimum Bend Radius (Single) mm 25 27 55 6 10 40Minimum Bend Radius (Multiple) mm 50 54 110 25 40 120Electrical Performance ParameterCharacteristic Impedance Ohms 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50Maximum Operating Frequency GHz 5 5 5 108 61 34 18 18 18

Transmission Ratio 70% 66% 66% 70% 70% 70%Capacitance pF/m 94 100 100 95.1 95.1 95.1 94 94 94Shield Performance dB@1GHz 130 130 130

Maximum Insertion Loss(dB/m)

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200MHz 18 20 10400 MHz 43 25 15500MHz 78.7 44.62 25.61000 MHz 42 46 27 112.2 64 37.1 70 41 251800 MHz 97 57 342000 MHz 102 60 382400 MHz 113 67 422500MHz 69 77 473000 MHz 127 76 485000 MHz 110 111 78 258.5 150.6 90.9 172 102 6610000 MHz 373.4 221.5 136.2 249 169 10112000 MHz 276 11318000 MHz 346 215 14720000MHz 544.3 329 208.7

Environmental CharacteristicsTemperature Range ℃ -55/+200 -45/+85 -45/+85 -65/+125 -40/+125 -40/+125 -40/+165 -40/+165 -40/+165Optional Connectors All types of standard connectors for flexible cable

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Connector Selection Guide

Each kind of cable of Rosenberger has its special matched con-nector to ensure the connection more stable and accurate. To help you match cable assemblies correctly and faster, we provide the following list for you to refer to the matching status for familiar cable and connectors.Connectors for all kinds of standard semi-rigid cable can work with RTK-Flex series cable.Connectors for all kinds of standard flexible cable can work with RG series cable.

For specially comment, Rosenberger can supply the matching ca-ble as follows when choosing cables for SMP, Mini-SMP, L-SMP connector.Flexible cable: RTK092, RTK-Flex420, RTK-Flex405Semi-flex cable: RTK-FS085, RTK-FS141Semi-rigid cable: UTT-47, UT-85, UT-141

Working Frequency (GHz)

RTK125 RTK106RTK107

RTK161 RTK162RTK161P RTK162P

RTK050RTK052

RTK040RTK041 RTK080 RTK081

2.4mm male 40/50 ● ● ●

2.4mm female 40/50 ● ● ●

Testport 2.4 male 40/50 ● ● ●

Testport 2.4 female 40/50 ● ● ●

2.92mm male 40 ● ● ●

2.92mm Right Angle male 40 ● ● ●

2.92mm female 40 ● ●

Testport 2.92 female 40 ● ●

3.5mm male 26.5 ● ●

3.5mm Elbow Right Angle male 26.5 ● ● ●

Testport 3.5mm male 26.5 ● ●

3.5mm female 26.5 ● ● ●

Testport 3.5mm female 26.5 ● ●

SMA male 18 ● ● ● ● ● ●

SMA Right Angle male 18 ● ● ● ●

SMA Elbow Right Angle male 18 ● ● ● ●

SMA female 18 ● ● ● ● ●

Precision N male 18 ● ● ● ● ● ●

Precision N female 18 ● ● ● ● ● ●

Precision N Right Angle male 18 ● ● ● ● ● ●

Precision 7mm 18 ● ● ● ● ●

Precision TNC male 18 ● ● ● ● ●

Precision TNC Right Angle male 18 ● ● ● ●

Precision TNC female 18 ● ● ● ●

Precision SP (BMA) male 22 ● ● ●

Precision SP (BMA) female 22 ●

BNC male 4 ●

N male 12.4 ● ●

N female 12.4 ●

N Elbow Right Angle male 12.4 ●

7/16 male 8.3 ● ●

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Armor Sizes of Different Kinds of Cables

Interlock Stainless Steel Armor (Type Ⅱ )


Armor Sizes of Different Kinds of Cable

Waterproof Interlock Stainless Steel Armor (FG Armor)


Stainless Steel Helix Armor ( Type Ⅰ ) VA Armor (Special for VNA)

Armor Selection Guide

Features Typical ApplicationExtremely flexibleWaterproof and UV resistantGood fray resistance and shear resistanceAnti-twist and good tensile strength

Test, test labAntenna and related appli-cation

RTK125RTK106RTK107RTK040RTK041

RTK161/RTK161PRTK162/RTK162P

RTK050RTK052

RTK080RTK081

Armor Diameter(mm) 8.89 10.41 13.46

Minimum Bend Radius(mm) 12.70 25.40 38.10

Maximum Temperature(℃ ) 80 80 80

Anti-Stress Degree(N/mm) 79.4 79.4 79.4



RTK050RTK052

RTK080RTK081

Armor Diameter(mm) 7.11 9.65 12.45

Minimum Bend Radius(mm) 38.10 50.80 50.80


Anti-Stress Degree(N/mm) 74.1 74.1 74.1



RTK050RTK052

RTK080RTK081

Armor Diameter(mm) 10 10 14

Minimum Bend Radius(mm) 44 44 50


Anti-Stress Degree(N/mm) 74 74 74



RTK050RTK052

RTK080RTK081

Armor Diameter(mm) 3.7

Minimum Bend Radius(mm) Depends on the cables

Features Typical application

High temperature resistancesPrevent excessive bending Good fray resistance and shear resistance Cost-effective

Military hardware devices


WaterproofPrevent excessive bending Good fray resistance and shear resistanceCost-affective

Military hardware devicesTest lab devicesOutdoor test


Very flexibly and flexibilityWaterproof and dustproofEnable large degree bendNoble and professional appearance

Lab measure devices

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Product features:Considering of economic benefits, Rosenberger design economical test cable assemblies for RF products up to 6GHz to guarantee usual test request.

Standard Test Cable Assemblies Up to 6Ghz

Standard Product Part Number: /RG142B/U, RG223/U, RG214/U

Cable Type: RG223 RG214 RG142

XXX——Means cable length, the units is mm. at present we provide 600mm, 1000mm,1500mm, 2000mm standard products, besides, Rosenberger also supplies low third order intermodulation test cable assem-blies. Please contract with Rosenberger sales representative or distributors for detail information.

Cable Assembles Standard Production

RG142 B/U RG 223/U RG214/U

Physical parameters

Jacket Diameter mm 4.95 5.40 10.80

Center Contact Type Type Solid Solid Stranded

Weight g/m 64 60 196

Minimum Bend Radius (Static) mm 25 27 55

Minimum Bend Radius (Dynamic) mm 50 54 110


Characteristic Impedance Ohms 50 50 50

Maximum Operating Frequency GHz 5 5 5

Transmission Ratio 70% 66% 66%

Capacitance pF/m 94 100 100

Maximum Insertion Loss(dB/m)(details in the chart below)

200 MHz 0.18 0.20 0.10

1000 MHz 0.42 0.46 0.27

2500 MHz 0.69 0.77 0.45

5000 MHz 1.10 1.11 0.66


Temperature Range ℃ -55/+200 -40/+85 -40/+85

Optional Connectors All types of standard connectors for flexible cable

RG142B/U RG223/U RG214/U

SMAmale-SMAmale L07-C002-XXX L08-C004-XXX -

SMAmale-SMAfemale L07-C111-XXX L08-C111-XXX -

Nmale-Nmale L07-C001-XXX L08-C001-XXX L17-C001-XXX

Nmale-Nfemale L07-C108-XXX L08-C002-XXX L17-C002-XXX

Nfemale-Nfemale L07-C109-XXX L08-C112-XXX L17-C049-XXX

Nmale-SMAmale L07-C004-XXX L08-C003-XXX -

Nmale-SMAfemale L07-C110-XXX L08-C113-XXX -

• High cost-effective• Outstanding electrical performance (typical SWR

＜ 1.1@3GHz), good insertion loss and amplitude stability.

• Shield indicators ＞ 100dBc@1GHz • Rosenberger unique connectors and technology

guarantee long service life• Match RoHS environmental standards • Improved RG223, RG214, RG142 guarantee

durability • Operating temperature: -55℃ —+200℃• Satisfy usual RF test requirement• Merchandise on hand, 1—2 week delivery

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18Ghz Economical Calibration Test Cable Assemblies

Cable Type: RTK-Flex 402

Standard Product Part Number: RTK-Flex 402


Product features:• Outstanding VSWR (typical VSWR <1.2@18GHz)• Better amplitude and phase stability• Good smoothness in frequency band • Flexible cable assemblies, unique technology of connector

joint, suit to use for a long time

• Merchandise on hand, timely to delivery (1—2 week delivery)

RTK-Flex 402

Physical Parameters

Jacket Diameter mm 4.12

Center Contact Type Type 0.91

Weight g/m 43.3

Minimum Bend Radius (Static) mm 12.7


Characteristic Impedance Ohms 50

Maximum Operating Frequency GHz 18

Transmission Ratio 70%

Shield Attenuation dB@1GHz >-90

Capacitance pF/m 96.1

Maximum Insertion Loss(dB/m)(details in the chart below)

1GHz 0.40

5GHz 1.18

10GHz 1.49

18GHz 2.23

watt@2500MHz 220


Temperature Range ℃ -65/+125

600mm 1000mm 1500mm 2000mm

SMAmale-SMAmale L72-C001-600 L72-C001-1000 L72-C001-1500 L72-C001-2000

SMAmale-SMAfemale L72-C294-600 L72-C294-1000 L72-C294-1500 L72-C294-2000

Nmale-Nmale L72-C002-600 L72-C002-1000 L72-C002-1500 L72-C002-2000

Nmale-Nfemale L72-C295-600 L72-C295-1000 L72-C295-1500 L72-C295-2000

Nfemale-Nfemale L72-C296-600 L72-C296-1000 L72-C296-1500 L72-C296-2000

Nmale-SMAmale L72-C003-600 L72-C003-1000 L72-C003-1500 L72-C003-2000

Nmale-SMAfemale L72-C297-600 L72-C297-1000 L72-C297-1500 L72-C297-2000

Rosenberger pushout 18GHz universal economical calibration test cable with great experience of joint and cable manufacture; satisfy harsh test requirements by competitive price and outstand-ing electronic characteristic.

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Product features:• Outstanding VSWR (typical VSWR <1.2@18GHz)• Excellent amplitude and phase stability • Good flatness in frequency band • Flexible cable assemblies, unique technology of connector

joint, suit to use for a long time

• Merchandise on hand, timely to delivery (1—2 week delivery)

18Ghz Standard Test Cable Assemblies of Amplitude And Phase Stability

Standard Production Part Number: RTK161, RTK 162, RTK 161P, RTK162P

Cable Type: RTK-161, RTK-162

Remark: Rosenberger also supply more flexible cable RTK161P and RTK162P corresponding to RTK161 and RTK162, because their jacket is non halogen PUR, so the max temperature is 85℃ , but their pliability is incomparable.

In order to satisfy the high-performance requirement of 18GHz sta-ble amplitude and phase test, Rosenberger developed quite com-petitive product in price:18GHz amplitude and phase amplitude stability standard test cable assemblies. Compare to usual 18GHz test cable, Rosenberger 18GHz amplitude and phase amplitude

RTK-161 RTK-162

Physical Parameters

Jacket Diameter Mm 5.33 5.33

Center Contact Type Mm 单芯多芯

Weight Grams/meter 65.6 65.6

Minimum Bend Radius (Static) Mm 9.65 9.65


Characteristic Impedance, Ohms 50 50

Maximum Operating Frequency GHz 26.5 26.5

Transmission Ratio 77% 77%

Shield Attenuation DB@1GHz >-100 >-100

Capacitance PF/m 86 86

Maximum Insertion Loss(Db/M)

1GHz 0.26 0.36

5GHz 0.60 0.79

10GHz 0.92 1.18

18GHz 1.28 1.64

26.5GHz 1.61 2.03

Max Power Watt@2500MHz 500 500

Bend Phase10GHz 3° 2°

18GHz 5° 2°


Temperature Range ℃ -65/+165 -65/+165

RTK161 RTK162 RTK161P RTK162P

SMAmale-SMAmale LU7-C337-XXX LU7-C344-XXX LU7-C351-XXX LU7-C358-XXX

SMAmale-SMAfemale LU7-C484-XXX LU7-C345-XXX LU7-C352-XXX LU7-C359-XXX

Nmale-Nmale LU7-C339-XXX LU7-C346-XXX LU7-C353-XXX LU7-C360-XXX

Nmale-Nfemale LU7-C340-XXX LU7-C347-XXX LU7-C354-XXX LU7-C361-XXX

Nfemale-Nfemale LU7-C564-XXX LU7-C348-XXX LU7-C355-XXX LU7-C362-XXX

Nmale-SMAmale LU7-C342-XXX LU7-C349-XXX LU7-C356-XXX LU7-C363-XXX

Nmale-SMAfemale LU7-C343-XXX LU7-C350-XXX LU7-C357-XXX LU7-C364-XXX

stability standard test cable assemblies have more appreciated in phase stability when bending. And the amplitude and phase stabil-ity is vital importance to break test of vector modulation signal in high frequency.

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Rosenberger VNA standard test cable assemblies make special improvement to aim at max problems in high level test circum-stances: test accuracy and repeatability. Rosenberger patent con-nector and torque wrench enable the degree of occlusion between cable and devices keep long time consistency. With high-perfor-mance amplitude and phase stability cable and patent VNA jacket, Rosenberger VNA test cable enables not only high test accuracy and long service life, but also provides pretty good handle to make tests more interesting. As the world-class suppliers, Rosenberger has rich experience in VNA test cables. Rosenberger VNA test

cable suit to:

• High-performance VNA test• High-performance lab

• Other harsh test environment

Product features:• Provide repeated precision test• Long service life• Excellent amplitude and phase stability• First-class flexible and handle• Good cost-effective• Perfect alternatives of VNA test product of agilen, anritsu and

Rohde&Schwarz

Vna (Vector Network Analyzer) Standard Test Cable Assemblies

Standard Production Part Number

XXX is the cable length, at present Rosenberger provide two kinds of standard product 600mm and 1000mm for VNA test cable.

Connector A Connector B Standard Products P/N

3GHz(75ohm) N male N male L20-C001-XXX

18GHz

N male N male LU7-C256-XXX

RPC-N male RPC-N male LU7-C001-XXX

N male N female LU7-C257-XXX

RPC-N male RPC-7 LU7-C365-XXX

RPC-N male SMA male LU7-C366-XXX

RPC-N male SMA female LU7-C367-XXX

RPC-7 RPC-7 LU7-C259-XXX

26.5GHz

3.5 Ruggedized,female 3.5 male LU7-C003-XXX

3.5 Ruggedized,female 3.5 female LU7-C118-XXX

3.5 Ruggedized,female RPC-SL 26.5GHz,female LU7-C368-XXX

40GHz

2.92 Ruggedized,female 2.92 male LU1-C009-XXX


2.92 Ruggedized,female RPC-SL 40GHz,female LU1-C081-XXX

50GHz2.4 Ruggedized,female 2.4 male LU8-C009-XXX


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ToolsTorque Wrench Selection List

Depth Gauge Selection List

Economical Sets

Standard Sets:

3.5mm Calibration Set(03CK10A-150)

N Calibration Set(05CK10A-150)

Rosenberger can not only offers high-precision calibration kits and adaptors which satisfy all coaxial standard; but also a variety of Veri-fication Kits, economy Calibration set, Attenuator, Termination and Air lines(see catalog 2 for detail). All calibration accessories are manu-factured and inspected compliance with IEEE P 287, IEC and MIL standards, and 100% SPC quality control ensures, the pivotal parts are specially designed to ensure absolute reliability and compliance to specifications. The coaxial calibration kits offered by Rosenberger mainly as follows:

Calibration Kits and Accessories

Test Calibration Kits

Calibration Connector

Frequency Range LRL/TRL Economy

VersionIntegrated

VersionRPC-N,50Ω DC-18.0GHz 05CK120-150 05CK10A-150 05CK100-150RPC-N,75Ω DC-4.0GHz P5CK120-170(TRL) P5CK10A-170 P5CK100-150RPC-7 DC-18.0GHz 07CK120-150 07CK10A-150 07CK100-150RPC-SP(BMA) DC-22.0GHz 10CK120-150(TRL) 10CK10A-150 10CK100-150RPC-3.50 DC-26.5GHz 03CK120-150 03CK10A-150 03CK100-150RPC-2.92 DC-40.0GHz 02CK120-150 02CK10A-150 02CK100-150RPC-2.40 DC-50.0GHz 09CK120-150 09CK10A-150 09CK100-150RPC-1.85 DC-65.0GHz 08CK120-150 08CK10A-150 08CK100-150RPC-1.00 DC-110.0GHz 01CK120-150 - -7-16 DC-8.0GHz 60CK120-170 60CK10A-150 60CK100-150BNC,50Ω DC-4.0GHz - 51CK10A-150 51CK100-150F DC-4.0GHz 74CK120-170(TRL) 74CK10A-170 74CK100-170QMA DC-18.0GHz - - 28CK100-150SMP DC-18.0GHz - 19CK10A-150 -

Calibration Type Parts Type Quantity Parts Description03S12L-000S3 Open Circuit(Male) 103K12L-000S3 Open Circuit(Female) 103S12S-000S3 Short Circuit(Male) 103K12S-000S3 Short Circuit(Female) 103S150-C10S3 Termination(Male) 103K150-C10S3 Termination(Female) 103W009-000 Torque Wrench 1 8mm 扳距 /0.9Nm 力矩扳手

Calibration Type Parts Type Quantity Parts Description05S12L-000S3 Open Circuit(Male) 105K12L-000S3 Open Circuit(Female) 105S12S-000S3 Short Circuit(Male) 105K12S-000S3 Short Circuit(Female) 105S150-C10S3 Termination(Male) 105K150-C10S3 Termination(Female) 153W009-000 Torque Wrench 1 20mm 扳距 /1.1Nm 力矩扳手

Product Type

Specifications Parameter Operating Range

01W021-000 Caliber 6mm, torque 35Ncm RPC-1.0003W021-000 Caliber 8mm, torque 0.9Nm RPC-3.5,RPC-2.92,RPC-1.8504W021-000 Caliber 18mm, torque 2Nm RPC-SL 26.5GHz,RPC-SL 40GHz06W021-000 Caliber 15mm, torque 55Ncm RPC-TNC07W021-000 Caliber 19mm, torque 136Ncm RPC-7,RPC-SP53W009-000 Caliber 20mm, torque 1.1Nm RPC-N,RPC-N 75 Ohm

Product Type Operating Range Corresponding Standard Calibration Kits Type

03W00S-000 RPC-3.5,RPC-2.92 03W00Z-00205W00S-000 RPC-N 50 Ohm 05W00Z-002P5W00S-000 RPC-N 75 Ohm 05W00Z-00206W00S-000 RPC-TNC 06W00Z-00208W00S-000 RPC-2.40,RPC-1.85 08W00Z-00207W001-000 RPC-7 07W00Z-00103W00K-000 RPC-3.50,RPC-2.92 03W00Z-00105W00K-000 RPC-N,RPC-N 75 Ohm 05W00Z-00106W00K-000 RPC-TNC 06W00Z-00108W00K-000 RPC-2.40,RPC-1.85 08W00Z-001

Calibration Type Parts Type Parts Description Quantity

SMA型 :DC-26.5GHz(03CK140-150)

T03S30R-MSON3 T-adaptor(Open-Short-Load)male 1

03K30R-MSON3 T-adaptor(Open-Short-Load)female 1

03S121-S00S3 Adaptor(male-male) 1

03K121-K00S3 Adaptor(female-female) 1

32W006-016 Torque wrench 1

N 型 :DC-6GHz(05CK140-150 )

53S36R-MSON3 T-adaptor(Open-Short-Load)male 1

53K36R-MSON3 T-adaptor(Open-Short-Load)female05S121-S00S3 Adaptor(male-male) 1

05K121-K00S3 Adaptor(female-female) 1

05S121-K00S3 Adaptor(male-female) 1


7-16 型 :DC-6GHz(60CK140-150 )

60S36R-MSON3 T-adaptor(Open-Short-Load)male 1

60K36R-MSON3 T-adaptor(Open-Short-Load)female60S101-S50N1 Adaptor(male-male) 1

60K101-K50N1 Adaptor(female-female) 1

05S160-S50D3 Adaptor(RPC-N male-7/16 male) 1

05K160-K50D3 Adaptor(RPC-N female-7/16 female) 1


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Use and Maintenance Precautions of Cable

Test cable assemblies are high precision components. Right handle, routine inspection, and maintenance are very important to maintain reliable electrical and machine performance.

Storage Environment and MethodTemperature: -50~80℃Humidity: ＜ 85%Take protect cap immediately after using

Notice for OperatingDust-free circumstances and decontaminated connector interface are required.

Use lint-free dipping little pure(99.5%) isopropanol to clean connector interface, but avoid wetting the dielectric of connectors. After that, use dry non-oil air or nitrogen to below and clean it. Forbid to clean with prick or similar tools, or below with mouth or ordinary compress air.

When operating, try best to avoid bending, then can reduce the change of phase. When need to bend, the bending radius should big-ger than min bending radius, and the cable can not wrap. The mini-mum bend radius is listed in production contents.

Use the possible minimum pressure and apply necessary protection if nip is necessary. Even the smallest dent in the cable can affect the cable’s performance.

Forbid pull the cable assemblies to move test equipment.

Always inspect if connector interface is cleanly or depth is ok before every time using. Forbid to use impurely or substandard depth con-nector.Screw the coupling nut of Plug side when connecting; do not screw the Jack side. Use correct torque wrench to tighten the hex coupling nut under max torque.

As usually, the average mating cycles of normal connectors are 500-1000. The minimum flexures times of cables (without Armor) are 5000 (bigger than Minimum Bend Radius). In laboratory, the natural life could be 1-3 years. In batch production and testing, it could be differ-ent depending on operating frequency, environment and cable fea-tures. Armor could consumedly lengthen the life.

After several times using, the performance bases application condi-tion and request to determine. As usually, Return Loss, Insertion Loss, Amplitude stability and Phase stability as the scale, maintenance or replacement are necessary if those performances change a lot after several using.

1 Looks For Nick and Injury• Plating wear• Thread defect• Outer contact scratches• Inner contact distortio

Mechanical inspection: use depth gauge measure connector • The first time use connector• When the appearance or electrical property show the possible dam-

age of connectors• Maybe someone else used the connector• Maybe used the connector on other devices• General measurement: generally after 100 times using or judgment

based on experience

2 Clean With Compressed Gases and Alcohol• Use dry compressed nitrogen spray• Use minimal alcohol cleaning• Use brush cleaning

LU7 - C012 - 2000

Part Number Designation Presentation:

Cable TypeL-First letter of German ‘Leitung’U7—type of cable

SerialC –China The following three bits are serial number

Cable Length(mm)

(Reference plane to reference plane)

Surface Inspection

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Rosenberger suggest you fill the following chart in order to choose the right cable assemblies

Basic Information:Company Name: Name: Telephone Number: Cable quantity needed: Telephone and Fax: Ideal Delivery date:

Others:

Electrical Properties:Operating frequency: SWR (maximum):

Insertion loss (maximum):

Max power: Watts (continues power): Watts (peak)

Others:

Mechanical Properties:Connector type 1: Connector type 2: Length: Cable outer diameter (maximum): Cable weight (maximum): Minimum bend radius: Others:

Operating Environment Reques:Temperature range: Height range: Vibrancy condition: Impact condition: Others special request:

Request Form of Rosenberger High-performance Cable Assemblies

Rosenberger Asia Pacific Electronic Co., Ltd. Add: No. 3 Anxiang Street, Block B, Tianzhu Airport

Industrial Zone, Beijing, China 101300

Tel : (+8610) 80481995

Fax: (+8610) 80497052

E-mail: [email protected]

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