Product Overview

SpaceFlex RF Cable

Aptiv’s SpaceFlex™ flexible RF cable assemblies are engineered for space-grade performance, delivering reliable operation in the most extreme orbital and deep-space environments. SpaceFlex combines low-loss, high-frequency signal integrity, excellent phase stability, and radiation resistance in a lightweight, compact form factor—making it a complete interconnect solution for modern space applications. Designed to support broadband frequencies up to 100 GHz, withstand extreme temperature ranges, and meet MIL-STD-202 shock requirements, SpaceFlex cables offer mission-ready durability and performance. For satellite systems, payloads, radar, and other spaceborne electronics that demand robust RF connectivity, SpaceFlex delivers the full package.

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Features and Benefits

  • 5 Flexible Cable Options: Compatible with a wide range of precision interfaces including SMPM, SMP, SMA and 2.92mm.
  • Broadband frequencies to 100 GHz: Maintaining excellent RF characteristics, stable impedance, and matched VSWR to 100 GHz
  • Flexible, Durable Space-Rated ETFE Cable Jackets: for deep space applications
  • Robust & Durable Construction: High reliability J-STD-001 soldering, engineered to withstand harsh environments with emphasis on workmanship and survivability.
  • Shielding Effectiveness: Multi-layered shielding provides strong immunity to EMI and minimizes signal leakage.

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Impedance
50 Ohms
Frequency Range
26 GHz to 100 GHz
Outgassing Total Mass Loss (TML)
< 1.0% per ASTM E595
Collected Volatile Condensable Material (CVCM)
< 0.1% per ASTM E595
Shielding Effectiveness
>100dB

Inner Conductor
Solid, silver plated copper, per ASTM B298 (SF226, SF240) Solid, silver plated copper clad steel, per ASTM B501 (SF047, SF086, SF141)
Dielectric
Solid PTFE, Type F, per ASTM D4894 or D4895
Cable Jacket
(Black) ETFE, (Tefzel™) Type X per ASTM D3159
First Shield
Silver plated copper, per ASTM B298
Second Shield
Silver plated copper, per ASTM B298

Temperature Range
-65°C to +165°C
Thermal Shock
MIL-STD-202, method 107, condition B-3
Mechanical Shock
MIL-STD-202, method 213, condition F
Sinusoidal Vibration
MIL-STD-202, method 104, condition G
Random Vibration
MIL-STD-202, method 214, condition K
Waterproof Rating
IP67 (ATW versions only)
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