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RLKX114-50JFLAB
1-1/4" RADIAFLEX® Radiating Cable, only cable in the market that supports CBRS, C-Band and 4.2GHz

Rev : G | Rev date : 30 Sep 2024
  • Industry Leading Design with optimization to simultaneously support 4G and 5G wireless communication bands in the frequency band of 660-4200MHz covering CBRS(3.55GHz-3.7GHz), C-Band(3.7GHz-3.98GHz) and so much more(Up to 4.2GHz).
  • RADIAFLEX® functions as a distributed antenna to provide communications in tunnels, mines and large building complexes and is the solution for any application in confined areas.
  • Slots in the copper outer conductor allow a controlled portion of the internal RF energy to be radiated into the surrounding environment. Conversely, a signal transmitted near the cable will couple into the slots and be carried along the cable length.
  • RADIAFLEX® is used for both one-way and two-way communication systems and because of its broadband capability, a single radiating cable can handle multiple communication systems simultaneously.
  • This RADIAFLEX® radiating cable utilizes a low-loss cellular polyethylene foam dielectric and a smooth copper outer conductor which offers a superior electrical performance together with good bending properties.

FEATURES / BENEFITS

  • Ultra-wideband from 660 MHz to 4200 MHz covering CBRS(3.55GHz-3.7GHz), C-Band(3.7GHz-3.98GHz) and so much more(Up to 4.2GHz)
  • Support of 4G and 5G wireless bands
  • suitable for a wide range of applications in tunnels and buildings
  • Low coupling loss variations for balanced system design througout the overall supported spectrum


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Technical features

General Specifications

Size1-1/4

Electrical Specifications

Max. Operating Frequency MHz4200
Cable TypeRLKX
ImpedanceOhm50 +/- 2
Velocity, percent%89
Capacitance pF/m (pF/ft)75 (22.9)
DC-resistance inner conductor, ohm/km (ohm/1000ft)Ω/km (Ω/1000ft)2.1 (0.64)
DC-resistance outer conductor, ohm/km (ohm/1000ft)Ω/km (Ω/1000ft)1.85 (0.564)
Stop bands MHz600-660, 3100-3300
Frequency Selection MHz700, 800, 900, 1500, 1800, 1900, 2100, 2600, 3400, 3800, 4200

Mechanical Specifications

JacketJFL, EN50575:2014 + A1:2016 classified cable
Jacket DescriptionHalogen free, non corrosive, flame and fire retardant, low smoke, polyolefin + flame barrier tape above outer conductor
Slot DesignGroups of vertical slots at short intervals
Inner Conductor MaterialCorrugated Copper Tube
Outer Conductor MaterialOverlapping Copper Strip
Diameter Inner Conductor mm (in)13.9 (0.55)
Diameter Outer Conductor mm (in)34.2 (1.346)
Diameter over Jacket Nominal mm (in)38.2 (1.504)
Minimum Bending Radius, Single Bend mm (in)500 (20)
Cable Weight kg/m (lb/ft)0.72 (0.47)
Tensile ForceN (lb)2000 (450)
Indication of Slot AlignmentGuides opposite to slots
Recommended / Maximum Clamp Spacing m (ft)1.3 (4.3)
Minimum Distance to Wall mm (in)80 (3.15)

Testing and Environmental

Jacket Testing MethodsTest methods for fire behaviour of cable :
IEC 60754-1/-2 smoke emission: halogen free, non corrosive
IEC 61034 low smoke
IEC 60332-1 flame retardant
IEC 60332-3-24 fire retardant
UL1666, ASTM E 662, NES711 and NES713
EN50575:2014 + A1:2016 (Hannover production) class Dca s1 d2 a1
NFPA130 (ed. 2014) Ch.12 (NFPA70 ) via UL-1685/FT4/IEEE1202

Temperature Specifications

Storage Temperature °C(°F)-70 to 85 (-94 to 185 )
Installation Temperature °C(°F)-25 to 60 (-13 to 140 )
Operation Temperature °C(°F)-40 to 85 (-40 to 185 )

Attenuation

Frequency, MHzLongitudinal Loss, dB/100 m (dB/100 ft)Coupling Loss 50%, dBCoupling Loss 95%, dB
75 0,70 (0,22) 68 (71) 78 (82)
150 1,02 (0,31) 72 (76) 86 (88)
450 1,85 (0,56) 85 (87) 97 (98)
700 2,39 (0,73) 71 (74) 76 (79)
800 2,57 (0,78) 72 (74) 74 (78)
870 2,68 (0,82) 71 (75) 73 (78)
900 2,73 (0,83) 74 (76) 77 (81)
960 2,84 (0,87) 70 (74) 72 (76)
1500 3,70 (1,13) 74 (78) 79 (84)
1700 4,03 (1,23) 69 (73) 77 (80)
1800 4,19 (1,28) 71 (74) 77 (81)
1900 4,31 (1,31) 68 (72) 71 (76)
2000 4,51 (1,37) 68 (72) 72 (76)
2200 4,81 (1,47) 70 (73) 73 (77)
2400 5,10 (1,55) 71 (74) 76 (80)
2600 5,45 (1,66) 69 (73) 73 (77)
2700 5,60 (1,71) 73 (76) 78 (82)
3400 6,87 (2,09) 71 (74) 74 (79)
3600 7,34 (2,24) 69 (71) 73 (76)
3800 8,06 (2,46) 69 (72) 72 (77)
4000 8,77 (2,67) 66 (70) 71 (75)
4200 9,38 (2,86) 67 (70) 73 (77)

Notes

  • Coupling loss as well as longitudinal attenuation of RADIAFLEX® cables are measured by the free space method according to IEC 61196-4.
  • Coupling loss values are measured with a radial (below 600 MHz) or parallel (above 660 MHz) orientated dipole antenna.
  • The coupling loss values given in brackets are average values of all three spatial orientations (radial, parallel and orthogonal) of dipole antenna.
  • Coupling loss values are given with a tolerance of +5 dB and longitudinal loss values with a tolerance of +5%. Note: Measured values below nominal are better. They are not limited by any tolerance-range.
  • In case of a conflict of operational and stop band, please contact RFS Technologies for further assistance.
  • As with any radiating cable, the performance in building or tunnel environments may deviate from figures based on free space method