Test Cables Serve Precision Needs of VNAs Up to 120 GHz
If one spends enough time taking measurements with a vector network analyzer (VNA), it quickly becomes apparent that the test cables from the instrument to the device under test are critical components of the process. With the introduction of its True VNA RF Test Cable family, ConductRF now offers test engineers three standardized product families to support precision RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave testing applications up to 120 GHz.
The expanded product family includes the new HI-FLEX VNA, TUFF-FLEX VNA, and APEX VNA series. Each is designed to address different testing priorities ranging from everyday laboratory flexibility to ruggedized production environments and ultra-high-frequency measurement stability.
- The HI-FLEX VNA series is designed for engineers requiring a highly manageable cable assembly for everyday VNA laboratory use while maintaining excellent electrical stability and microwave performance up to 70 GHz. Lightweight armored construction helps support improved durability and repeatable measurements during frequent repositioning and routing.
- The TUFF-FLEX VNA series serves more demanding production, engineering, and high-cycle test environments where additional ruggedization, connector protection, torque resistance, and long-term durability are critical. These assemblies are designed to withstand more aggressive handling conditions while maintaining stable RF performance up to 40 GHz.
- The APEX VNA series addresses advanced microwave and mmWave applications requiring exceptional phase stability, signal integrity, and precision performance into frequencies reaching 120 GHz. The platform is intended for demanding aerospace, defense, semiconductor, research, and next-generation communications applications.
All of these cables are designed to support modern VNAs and microwave instrumentation platforms from leading manufacturers including Anritsu, Copper Mountain Technologies, Keysight Technologies, Rohde & Schwarz, and Tektronix.
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