Vector
Patent Pending, Repairable
VNA Cables Type N to 1.85mm
Sustainable, High Performance VNA Test Port Extension Cables
Velocity Microwave has a patent-pending, e-waste friendly design for VNA port extension cables. The new VM Vector series cables are modular and repairable! – a feature that has secured them finalist status in the 2018 and 2019 Golden Mousetrap Awards category of Test and Measurement. This simple concept will save you thousands of dollars over the life of the cable. No longer will you need to replace cables that are damaged or worn out. Each component in a Vector cable can be repaired, so no matter what happens to the assembly, there exists a straightforward remedy. All repairs to Vector-class cables are provided for a flat rate of $450 in 2019 dollars. The extremely flexible Vector cables are available in standard 26" and 39" lengths. Any configuration of connectors, Type N through 1.85mm, male or female, NMD-style or standard connectors can be specified.
The underlying concept is that the user invests in a repairable host platform, a platform that by its very nature as a mechanical medium has uneven wear properties associated with connectors and internal transmission lines that age at different rates under varying handheld use conditions. Velocity Microwave takes advantage of this uneven wear condition by designing a test assembly with an inherently modular build that simplifies sub-component replacement. This in turn reduces the overall e-waste footprint, as well as reducing carrying cost by extending service life.
What about Performance? Vector cables are designed for best-in-class performance. Their robust construction provides 1,000 lbs of compression resistance, yet remain very flexible with a dynamic bend radius of 2.5". The foundation of the Vector cable is a high-performance transmission line with a Vp of 83% - providing extremely stable phase and amplitude parameters with flexure and temperature changes. Further, all transmission lines are pre-flexed to reduce internal stresses and enhance phase and amplitude stability. Velocity cables are also temperature cycled between 5C and 65C to enhance thermal stability.
What about Value? The high levels of performance provided by the Vector cables do come with a cost - just not the exorbitant prices charged by others! Velocity Microwave was created by engineers who witnessed entire investments written off and high performance cables products thrown away when a single component became worn or damaged. They knew there had to be a better way of protecting their investment and reducing downtime. Check out this side-by-side comparison.
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Vector Specs
1. Vector Network Analyzer Connectors
2. Heat-treated FEP Dress Jacket
3. Modular Construction
4. Both Male & Female Connectors
5. IEEE Standard Color-Coded Labels
6. Longer Service Life *
* Recommended callibration & service every 12 months
Vector Advantages & Benefits
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Patent pending ruggedized microwave test cable for dedicated VNA application
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Fully modular construction from connector to internal transmission assembly
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Propagation velocity of 84% speed of light
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IEEE Standard color coding for connector identification
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Minimum phase change with flexure and temperature
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1,000 lbs per MIL-T-81490 compression resistance
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Mechanically preloaded transmission line and jacket
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1.85, 2.4, 2.92, 3.5, and N male/female stainless steel conectors
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Dual ring handgrips with resistance to pivoting on lab bench surfaces
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Type III anodized strain relief with a 9-Mohs hardness for extreme scratch resistance
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High velocity laminated core for phase v. temp stability
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Enhanced resistance to sudden axial loading
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Enhanced resistance to compression loading
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Extended time between analyzer calibration
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Built-in sustainability & repairability for extended service life
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Heat-treated FEP braided jacket
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Industry leading 2-year warranty
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Available individually, in pairs or in 26" phase-matched sets
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Available in 26" and 39"
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Calibration Data included
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Flat Hand-Tool Included
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Dual ring handgrips with resistance to pivoting on lab bench surfaces
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Vector Available Models & Pricing
TPX-NM-NM-26
26" Cable, Type-N (M) to Type N (M) Connectors
TPX-NM-NF-26
26" Cable, Type-N (M) to Type-N (F) Connectors
TPX-NF-NF-26
26" Cable, Type-N (F) to Type-N (F) Connectors
TPX-NM-NM-39
39" Cable, Type-N (M) to Type-N (M) Connectors
TPX-NM-NF-39
39" Cable, Type-N (M) to Type-N (F) Connectors
TPX-NF-NF-39
39" Cable, Type-N (F) to Type-N (F) Connectors
TPX-35NMD-35M-26
26" cable, 3.5mm NMD (F) to 3.5 mm (M) Connectors
TPX-35NMD-35F-26
26" cable, 3.5mm NMD (F) to 3.5 mm (F) Connectors
TPX-35NMD-35M-39
39" cable, 3.5mm NMD (F) to 3.5 mm (M) Connectors
TPX-35NMD-35F-39
39" cable, 3.5mm NMD (F) to 3.5 mm (F) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-29M-26
26" cable, 2.92mm NMD (F) to 2.92 mm (M) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-29F-26
26" cable, 2.92mm NMD (F) to 2.92 mm (F) ConnectorsRichText.
TPX-29NMD-29M-39
39" cable, 2.92mm NMD (F) to 2.92 mm (M) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-29F-39
39" cable, 2.92mm NMD (F) to 2.92 mm (F) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-24M-26
26" cable, 2.4mm NMD (F) to 2.4 mm (M) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-24F-26
26" cable, 2.4mm NMD (F) to 2.4 mm (F) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-24M-39
39" cable, 2.4mm NMD (F) to 2.4 mm (M) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-24F-39
39" cable, 2.4mm NMD (F) to 2.4 mm (F) Connectors
TPX-18NMD-18M-26
26" cable, 1.85mm NMD (F) to 1.85mm (M) Connectors
TPX-18NMD-18F-26
26" cable, 1.85mm NMD (F) to 1.85mm (F) Connectors
TPX-18NMD-18F-39
39" cable, 1.85mm NMD (F) to 1.85mm (F) Connectors
TPX-18NMD-18M-39
39" cable, 1.85mm NMD (F) to 1.85mm (M) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-35M-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable – 2.92 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (M) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-35F-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable – 2.92 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (F) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-35M-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable – 2.92 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (M) Connectors
TPX-29NMD-35F-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable – 2.92 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (F) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-35M-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (M) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-35F-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (F) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-35M-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (M) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-35F-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 3.5mm (F) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-29M-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 2.92mm (M) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-29F-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 2.92mm (F) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-29M-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 2.92mm (M) Connectors
TPX-24NMD-29F-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable – 2.4 NMD (F) - 2.92mm (F) Connectors
TPX-35M-NM-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable, 3.5mm (M) to Type-N (M) Connectors
TPX-35M-NF-26
Hybrid Vector 26" Cable, 3.5mm (M) to Type-N (F) Connectors
TPX-35M-NM-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable, 3.5mm (M) to Type-N (M) Connectors
TPX-35M-NF-39
Hybrid Vector 39" Cable, 3.5mm (M) to Type-N (F) Connectors
TPXKIT-29-FF-39
Two Vector 39" Cables – 2.92 NMD (F) - 2.92mm (F) Connectors