High Temperature Plenum Coaxial Cable- Mil-C-17

MIL-C-17 identifies a military specification for RF coaxial cable construction. For buyers, it helps narrow the cable by M17 designation, impedance, conductor material, dielectric type, shielding, jacket material, dimensions, and electrical performance requirements.

Impedance must match the equipment and signal system. A mismatch between the cable and connected devices can cause signal reflection, power loss, degraded transmission, or unreliable RF performance.

High-temperature coaxial cable may be needed when the cable is routed near heat-producing equipment, used in demanding industrial environments, installed in plenum spaces, or specified for applications where standard coaxial insulation and jacket materials may not hold up.

Plenum coaxial cable is designed for spaces used for air circulation, where flame spread and smoke performance are important. Non-plenum coaxial cable may not meet the same requirements, so the installation location and applicable building code should guide the selection.

When replacing MIL-C-17 coaxial cable, buyers should match the M17 number or confirm the impedance, conductor construction, shielding, dielectric, jacket, voltage rating, outside diameter, connector compatibility, and operating environment before ordering.