Cable
RG142
End A
FME MALE
$2.00
End B
PL259 UHF Male
$3.00
RG142 — FME MALE to PL259 UHF Male
Custom RG142 cable assembly with FME MALE and PL259 UHF Male connectors. Every cable is hand-assembled, tested, and ships free.
| Length | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ft | $18.98 | |
| 6 ft | $30.73 | |
| 25 ft | $75.38 | |
| 50 ft | $134.13 | |
| 100 ft | $251.63 | |
| 250 ft | $604.13 |
Specs Summary
About This Assembly
RG142 Cable
RG-142 is a double-shielded 50-ohm PTFE coaxial cable rated for operation from cryogenic temperatures up to +200°C with a 0.195" outer diameter. Its dual-shield construction provides excellent EMI rejection while the PTFE dielectric ensures stable electrical performance across a wide frequency range. The preferred choice for military, aerospace, and high-power RF applications.
FME Connector
FME (For Mobile Equipment) is a miniature threaded RF connector designed for mobile and vehicle-mounted antenna applications, particularly at GSM, CDMA, and FM frequencies. Its small size and robust threaded coupling make it common on vehicle-mount antenna mounts, cellular signal boosters, and mobile broadband modems.
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.
Common Applications
This FME and UHF cable assembly is well suited for high-temperature and high-power military or aerospace RF assemblies. The combination of reliable FME 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.
RG142 Signal Loss
Approximate attenuation at common RF frequencies.
| Frequency | Loss / 100 ft | Loss / ft |
|---|---|---|
| 100 MHz | 3.8 dB | 0.038 dB |
| 450 MHz | 8.5 dB | 0.085 dB |
| 900 MHz | 12.5 dB | 0.125 dB |
| 1.8 GHz | 18.5 dB | 0.185 dB |
| 2.4 GHz | 21.5 dB | 0.215 dB |
| 5.8 GHz | 37 dB | 0.37 dB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RG142 coaxial cable used for?
RG-142 is a double-shielded 50-ohm PTFE coaxial cable rated for operation from cryogenic temperatures up to +200°C with a 0.195" outer diameter. Its dual-shield construction provides excellent EMI rejection while the PTFE dielectric ensures stable electrical performance across a wide frequency range. The preferred choice for military, aerospace, and high-power RF applications.
What is the signal loss of RG142?
At 1800 MHz, RG142 has approximately 18.5 dB of loss per 100 ft (0.185 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 FME connector?
FME (For Mobile Equipment) is a miniature threaded RF connector designed for mobile and vehicle-mounted antenna applications, particularly at GSM, CDMA, and FM frequencies. Its small size and robust threaded coupling make it common on vehicle-mount antenna mounts, cellular signal boosters, and mobile broadband modems.
