Cable
RFC400
End A
PL259 UHF Male
$3.00
End B
SMA MALE
$1.00
RFC400 — PL259 UHF Male to SMA MALE
Custom RFC400 cable assembly with PL259 UHF Male and SMA MALE connectors. Every cable is hand-assembled, tested, and ships free.
| Length | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | $21.98 | |
| 6 ft | $29.48 | |
| 25 ft | $57.98 | |
| 50 ft | $95.48 | |
| 100 ft | $170.48 | |
| 250 ft | $395.48 | |
| 500 ft | $770.48 |
Specs Summary
About This Assembly
RFC400 Cable
RFC-400 is a cost-effective 0.400" 50-ohm low-loss coaxial cable serving as a value-oriented alternative to LMR-400. It delivers strong performance on runs from 50 to 200 feet and is popular for cellular repeater trunk cables, outdoor antenna feedlines, and budget-conscious infrastructure deployments.
UHF Connector
The UHF connector (also known as PL-259 male / SO-239 female) is a large, low-cost RF connector designed in the 1930s for HF and VHF frequencies. Despite its name, its practical usable range is below 300 MHz due to its non-constant impedance design. It remains extremely popular in amateur radio (HF through VHF), CB radio, and marine radio applications.
SMA Connector
SMA (SubMiniature version A) is the most widely used RF connector in the industry, offering a threaded interface that provides a secure, low-reflection connection from DC to 18 GHz. Its compact size, 50-ohm impedance, and broad frequency range make it the default choice for WiFi equipment, software-defined radios, cellular antennas, GPS receivers, and RF test instruments.
Common Applications
This SMA and UHF cable assembly is well suited for cost-effective long antenna runs, cellular repeater trunk cables, and outdoor feedlines. The combination of reliable SMA and UHF connectors and custom-cut cable length makes it a practical choice for both field installations and bench setups. Every assembly is hand-terminated, continuity tested, and ships free within the USA.
RFC400 Signal Loss
Approximate attenuation at common RF frequencies.
| Frequency | Loss / 100 ft | Loss / ft |
|---|---|---|
| 100 MHz | 1.5 dB | 0.015 dB |
| 450 MHz | 3.3 dB | 0.033 dB |
| 900 MHz | 4.7 dB | 0.047 dB |
| 1.8 GHz | 6.8 dB | 0.068 dB |
| 2.4 GHz | 7.9 dB | 0.079 dB |
| 5.8 GHz | 13 dB | 0.13 dB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RFC400 coaxial cable used for?
RFC-400 is a cost-effective 0.400" 50-ohm low-loss coaxial cable serving as a value-oriented alternative to LMR-400. It delivers strong performance on runs from 50 to 200 feet and is popular for cellular repeater trunk cables, outdoor antenna feedlines, and budget-conscious infrastructure deployments.
What is the signal loss of RFC400?
At 1800 MHz, RFC400 has approximately 6.8 dB of loss per 100 ft (0.068 dB/ft).
What frequency range does this assembly support?
This assembly is rated DC – 300 MHz, limited by the lowest-rated component across the cable and connectors.
What is a UHF connector?
The UHF connector (also known as PL-259 male / SO-239 female) is a large, low-cost RF connector designed in the 1930s for HF and VHF frequencies. Despite its name, its practical usable range is below 300 MHz due to its non-constant impedance design. It remains extremely popular in amateur radio (HF through VHF), CB radio, and marine radio applications.
