Cost-effective environmentally-friendly RF cables compatible with international RG standards

Huber+Suhner has a significant addition to its portfolio of halogen free Enviroflex RF cables. Called Enviroflex basic, the cable is mechanically compatible with many standard RG cables allowing users to easily switch from fluorine/PVC-containing cables to a halogen free alternative while still using their existing choice of connectors. High-temperature RG types use halogen-containing PTFE and FEP while standard RG cables use a solid PE dielectric with a PVC jacket. Like the original high-temperature and high-precision coax cables, the materials used for the jacket and for the dielectric in Enviroflex basic contain no halogens and is sure to find wide interest among users who are increasingly conscious of their application’s environmental impact. According to the company, the cable reduces cost by using common PE dielectrics and LSFH jackets which the company says makes them the perfect choice for less demanding applications. As well as being halogen free, the new cable features excellent low smoke and flame retardancy characteristics.