page 1 of 3 case style: ph2043 super-flexible test cable slc smsm+ series the big deal product overview mini-circuits' slc-smsm+ series are super-fexible cables which provide wideband performance from dc to 18 ghz with low insertion loss and excellent vswr. the cable is designed for stability of phase and amplitude versus fexure while offering tremendous durability and reliability. its unique construction of a double shielded cable allows the cable to have the greatest of fexibility and yet handle the demanding lab environments where constant bending and fexing are required. in addition, they feature straight sma to straight sma stainless steel connectors. available from stock in a variety of lengths to support many different requirements. key features ? wideband, dc to 18 ghz ? minimal performance change versus fexure ? minimum bend radius of 0.25 inches ? small diameter, 0.064 inches 50? dc to 18 ghz feature advantages super-flexible 0.25 inch static bend radius supports a wide range of test measurements in which tight bends are needed to be made. excellent stability of phase and insertion loss versus fexure slc-smsm+ series test cables have been tested in bend radii as tight as 2.4 inches to qualify minimal change in insertion loss, insertion phase, and vswr, providing reliable performance in a wide range of confgurations. performance qualifed to 100,000 fexures like all mini-circuits test cables, slc-smsm+ series models have been performance qualifed up to 100,000 bend cycles, ensuring outstanding durability and extra long life. notes a. performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specifcation document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specifcation document. b. electrical specifcations and performance data contained in this specifcation document are based on mini-circuits applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. c. the parts covered by this specifcation document are subject to mini-circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, standard terms); purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefts contained therein. for a full statement of the standard terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit mini-circuits website at www.minicircuits.com/mclstore/terms.jsp mini-circuits ? www.minicircuits.com p.o. box 350166, brooklyn, ny 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com
page 2 of 3 SLC-3FT-SMSM+ 50 ? 3ft dc to 18 ghz super-flexible test cable rev. or m160895 SLC-3FT-SMSM+ rs/cp 170530 case style: ph2043-3 1. custom sizes available, consult factory. outline drawing cable construction outline dimensions ( ) inch mm operating temperature -55c to +125c storage temperature -55c to +125c power handling at 25c 39.5w max. at 1 ghz 28.4w max. at 2 ghz 22w max. at 4 ghz 11.8w max. at 10 ghz 18w max. at 18 ghz permanent damage may occur if any of these limits are exceeded. maximum ratings connectors model sma male SLC-3FT-SMSM+ electrical specifcations at 25c parameter condition (ghz) min. typ. max. unit frequency range dc 18 ghz length 1 3 ft insertion loss dc - 1 0.8 1.4 db 1 - 2 1.4 1.9 2 - 4 2.0 2.7 4 - 10 3.1 2.2 10 - 18 4.4 5.8 return loss dc - 6 17.7 32.3 db 6 - 18 16.5 28.0 b c d e1 e2 f wt feet meters .36 .313 .250 .313 .250 .047.002 feet meters grams 3.00 0.91 9.14 7.95 6.35 7.95 6.35 1.19.05 0.09 0.03 12.92 t a features ? super fexible design for easy connection & bend radius ? double shield cable for excellent shielding effectiveness ? stainless steel straight sma connectors for long mating-cycle life ? 6 month guarantee* applications ? test and measurement ? research & development labs ? environmental & temperature test chambers ? field rf testing performance change vs. flexure (typical) 2 parameter condition (ghz) bend radius (inches) units 10.0 3.25 2.40 insertion loss 3 dc - 1 0.003 0.002 0.005 db 1 - 2 0.003 0.002 0.005 2 - 4 0.002 0.001 0.005 4 - 10 0.003 0.005 0.016 10 - 18 0.005 0.059 0.102 insertion phase 3 dc - 1 0.05 0.13 0.18 deg 1 - 2 0.11 0.27 0.38 2 - 4 0.22 0.53 0.76 4 - 10 0.56 1.33 1.93 10 - 18 1.00 2.26 3.18 vswr 3 dc - 6 0.002 0.005 0.01 :1 6 - 18 0.005 0.017 0.028 2. performance change versus fexure with a 3 ft cable 360 around a 4 diameter mandrel. 3. absolute values normalized to the reference position 0. see an-46-003 under associated application notes product guarantee* mini-circuits ? will repair or replace your test cable at its option if the connector attachment fails within six months of shipment. this guarantee excludes cable or connector interface damage from misuse or abuse. notes a. performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specifcation document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specifcation document. b. electrical specifcations and performance data contained in this specifcation document are based on mini-circuits applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. c. the parts covered by this specifcation document are subject to mini-circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, standard terms); purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefts contained therein. for a full statement of the standard terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit mini-circuits website at www.minicircuits.com/mclstore/terms.jsp mini-circuits ? www.minicircuits.com p.o. box 350166, brooklyn, ny 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com center conductor: silver plated copper clad steel dielectrics: (tms tf4) inner shield: silver plated copper outer shield: silver plated copper braid jacket: (blue fep) connectors: - passivated stainless steel (body & hex nut) - gold plated beryllium copper center contacts - ptfe dielectric +rohs compliant the +suffix identifies rohs compliance. see our web site for rohs compliance methodologies and qualifications
page 3 of 3 0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 0 3000 6000 9000 12000 15000 18000 insertion loss (db) frequency (mhz) slc - 3ft - smsm+ insertion loss 0 15 30 45 60 75 0 3000 6000 9000 12000 15000 18000 return loss (db) frequency (mhz) slc - 3ft - smsm+ return loss straight sma-male 1 straight sma-male 2 SLC-3FT-SMSM+ additional notes a. performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specifcation document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specifcation document. b. electrical specifcations and performance data contained in this specifcation document are based on mini-circuits applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. c. the parts covered by this specifcation document are subject to mini-circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, standard terms); purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefts contained therein. for a full statement of the standard terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit mini-circuits website at www.minicircuits.com/mclstore/terms.jsp frequency (mhz) insertion loss (db) return loss (db) straight sma male 1 straight sma male 2 typical performance data 10 0.11 34.85 33.19 100 0.36 46.29 46.39 200 0.52 40.59 40.02 400 0.73 42.07 39.55 1000 1.16 35.75 35.34 1500 1.43 27.11 27.40 2500 1.84 30.26 31.51 4000 2.36 21.81 22.01 6000 2.89 22.91 23.72 8000 3.34 26.72 27.40 10000 3.77 21.26 20.51 12000 4.15 21.91 20.27 14000 4.49 35.77 22.77 16000 4.89 22.50 18.64 18000 5.19 22.66 19.34 notes a. performance and quality attributes and conditions not expressly stated in this specifcation document are intended to be excluded and do not form a part of this specifcation document. b. electrical specifcations and performance data contained in this specifcation document are based on mini-circuits applicable established test performance criteria and measurement instructions. c. the parts covered by this specifcation document are subject to mini-circuits standard limited warranty and terms and conditions (collectively, standard terms); purchasers of this part are entitled to the rights and benefts contained therein. for a full statement of the standard terms and the exclusive rights and remedies thereunder, please visit mini-circuits website at www.minicircuits.com/mclstore/terms.jsp mini-circuits ? www.minicircuits.com p.o. box 350166, brooklyn, ny 11235-0003 (718) 934-4500 sales@minicircuits.com
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