Low PIM Xpress
Assemblies

Low PIM
Xpress Program
5G won’t wait – neither should you
Times Microwave’s Low PIM Xpress
Demand is hot for the incredible speed andbandwidth expansions promised by 5G
communications technology. Fast installation anddeployment of high-quality 5G service will create
industry leaders in a market with astronomic
potential, so you can’t afford to wait on slow or
overbooked suppliers and experts to get you there.
Network densification is crucial to 5G – more
small cells and DAS networks are needed in more
locations to support such high speeds with highRF performance, low PIM and good shielding.
Leveraging our history and experience building
mission-critical, high-end assemblies, Times canprovide the highest-quality products you need withunparalleled support and turnaround.

One week or less! To order, contact your distributor today!

CABLE

SIZE

SPP-250

0.250

Good

Excellent

PlenumSPO-250

0.250

Good

ExcellentOutdoorSP0-500

0.500

Good

ExcellentOutdoor

TFT-5G-402

0.16

Ultra

Superior

Plenum and Outdoor

TFT-5G-401

0.265

Ultra

Superior

Plenum and Outdoor

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FLEXIBILITY SHIELDING

We’re so committed to meeting your needs –and keeping your 5G deployment on track – wecreated the Times Microwave Low PIM Xpress
program to assure fast delivery of these essential
system components. Times’ low PIM jumpers areassembled in the USA by highly skilled American
workers, keeping production close to home for
expedited delivery. In partnership with our network ofdistributors, we promise to deliver without delay.

RATING

Low PIM RF Interconnect Solutions
Short for passive intermodulation, PIM is a type of
distortion/noise generated by two or more high powersignals interacting with non-linear characteristics inthe RF path. Essentially, when two or more high power
frequencies exist on the same RF interconnect, thereis the chance to form additional frequencies which
will raise the noise floor.
Cables, connectors and termination workmanshipcan all play a role in PIM performance as PIM
will occur as the result of non-linear junctionsof materials and components. In other words,
junctions where current does not increaselinearly with voltage.
While PIM is an issue for almost every wirelesssystem, it is more noticeable in cellularapplications such as 5G because the frequency
bands used are very close to each other. PIM cancreate interference that limits receive sensitivity,
lowering the cellular system’s reliability, data rate,and capacity. Passive intermodulation issues canresult in decreased system capacity and data rates
and dropped calls.
The need for RF interconnect solutions that canaccommodate these critical connections while
minimizing PIM will continue to grow. Ensuring

connectors are properly and securely tightened andchoosing suitable materials and platings help reduce
PIM issues. Next, eliminate any nonlinear contactswithin the RF interconnect and any poor electricalcontacts. PIM issues can be caused by ferrous
materials, loose parts, parts with rough surfaces,oxidation, residual flux, etc. If conductive material isused, particulate on the face of the dielectric or within
the interface itself will cause problems and may movedirectly on the connectors when installed.

Low PIM Jumpers Tested
to Ensure Performance
In the telecom industry, it is relatively standard totest for the magnitude of the 3rd harmonic createdby the placement of two 20 watt signals onto the RFinterconnect. A PIM level requirement of -153 dBc
or better is fairly standard in the industry. At Times
Microwave Systems, we design and test our low PIM
jumpers to perform to -160 dBc or better.

iBwave VEX files available at www.iBwave.com

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TFT - 5G• -160 dBc PIM for optimal system performance• UL listed, type CMP (plenum), UL file # E-170516• Extremely flexible• Durable FEP outer jacket• For indoor and outdoor use

Specifications
Units

402

401

Diameterin (mm)0.160 (4.06)

0.265 (6.73)

CenterConductorin (mm)0.037 (0.94)

0.064 (1.63)

Dielectricin (mm)0.113 (2.87)

0.208 (5.28)

Sheildin (mm)0.123 (3.12)

0.218 (5.54)

Outer Braidin (mm)0.138 (3.51)

0.240 (6.10)

Minimum Bend
Radiusin (mm)0.50 (12.7)

0.75 (19.05)

lb/1000 ft(kg/1000 m)

31.0 (46.1)

78.0 (116.1)

Velocity of
Propagation

%

76

72

Capacitance

pF/ft (pF/m)

26.7 (87.6)

28.2 (92.5)

WeightShieldingdB>80

CENTER CONDUCTOR
Bare Copper
DIELECTRIC
Expanded PTFESHIELD
Tin Plated Flat Braid
OUTER BRAID
Tin Plated Copper Braid
JACKET
Blue FEP

Impedance
50 Ohms>80

Attenuation - db/100ft (dB/100m)

Op Temp-67 to 302ºF-55 to 150ºC

Maximum Power - (W)

402

401

402

401

450

8.24 (27.0)

5.43 (17.8)

450

541

1266

600

9.63 (31.6)

6.43 (21.1)

600

463

1071

900

12.03 (39.4)

8.21 (26.9)

900

371

845

1900

18.24 (59.8)

13.09 (42.9)

1900

245

535

2100

19.30 (63.3)

13.96 (45.8)

2100

232

502

2500

21.32 (69.9)

15.63 (51.2)

2500

210

450

3500

25.86 (84.8)

19.51 (64.0)

3500

205

363

4900

31.44 (103.1)

24.49 (80.3)

4900

143

291

5800

34.72 (113.9)

27.50 (90.2)

5800

129

260

Frequency in MHz

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Frequency in MHz

How to order
TFT402 - CODE CODE - 10.0 F- Connector A

Connector B -Length / 3 dig

USE ABBREVIATIONS FROM THE CHART BELOW.

Abbreviation
10M
225F
225M
41F
41M
43F
43FB
43M
43MR
43MS
DF
DFP
DM

Description

Abbreviation
DMR
NF
NFB
NM
NMR
NXFB
NXM
NXMR
QM
QMR
SM
SMR

1.0/2.3 mini DIN Male
2.2/5 Female (jack)2.2/5 Male (plug)
4.1/9.5 mini DIN Female
4.1/9.5 mini DIN Male
4.3/10 Female (jack)4.3/10 Female (jack) bulkhead
4.3/10 Male (plug)
4.3/10 Male (plug) right angle
4.3/10 Male (plug) snap-on
7/16 Female (jack)7/16-Female (jack) panel mountF = feet
M = meters
I = inches

Description
7/16-Male (plug) right angle
N-Female (jack)N-Female (jack) bulkhead
N-Male (plug)
N-Male (plug) right angle
Nex10 Female (jack) bulkhead
Nex10 Male (plug)
Nex10 Male (plug) right angle
QMA-Male (plug)
QMA-Male (plug) right angleSMA-Male (plug)
SMA-Male (plug) right angle

7/16-Male (plug)

TFT401 - CODE CODE - 10.0 F- Connector AConnector B -Length / 3 dig

USE ABBREVIATIONS FROM THE CHART BELOW.

Weather Boot WPB (Y/N)

Abbreviation

Description

225M
41F
41MR
43F
43FB
43M
43MR
43MS
DF
DM
DMR
NF

2.2/5 Male (plug)N

4.1/9.5 mini DIN FemaleN

4.1/9.5 mini DIN Male right angle

Y

4.3/10 Female (jack)N

4.3/10 Female (jack) bulkheadN

4.3/10 Male (plug)Y

4.3/10 Male (plug) right angle

YSee page
13 for details

4.3/10 Male (plug) snap-on

Y

7/16 DIN female (jack)N

7/16 DIN Male (plug)Y

7/16 DIN Male (plug) right angle

Y

N-Female (jack)N

F = feet
M = meters
I = inches

Weather Boot WPB (Y/N)

Abbreviation

Description

NFB
NM
NMR
NXFB
NXM
NXMS
NXMR
QM
QMR
SM
SMR

N-Female (jack) bulkhead

N

N-Male (plug)Y

See page
13 for details

N-Male (plug) right angle

Y

Nex10 Female (jack) bulkhead

N

Nex10 Male (plug)Y

Nex10 Male (plug) snap-on

Y

Nex10 Male (plug) right angle

N

QMA-Male (plug)N

QMA-Male (plug) right angle

N

SMA-Male (plug)N

SMA-Male (plug) right angleN

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Specifications
Units

SPP-250

SPO-250

SPP-500

Diameterin (mm)0.280 (7.11)

0.402 (10.21)

0.500 (13.4)

CenterConductorin (mm)0.068 (1.73)

0.108 (2.74)

0.136 (3.5)

Dielectricin (mm)0.190 (4.83)

0.285 (7.24)

0.370 (9.4)

in (mm)0.256 (6.50)

0.378 (9.60)

0.472 (12.1)

in (mm)1.250 (31.75)

1.250 (31.75)

1.50 (38)lb/1000 ft(kg/1000 m)

66.0 (98.2)

115.0 (171.1)

200 (167)

Velocity of
Propagation

%

76

76

76

Capacitance

pF/ft (pF/m)

26.7 (87.6)

26.7 (87.6)

29.0 (8.8)

Outer
Conductor
Min Bend
Radius
WeightShieldingdB>100>100

Attenuation - db/100ft (dB/100m)

CENTER CONDUCTOR
250 Solid Bare Copper
375 Bare Copper Clad Alum.
500 Bare Copper Clad Alum.
DIELECTRIC
Expanded PTFEOUTER CONDUCTOR
Corrugated Copper
Tube
JACKET
Blue FEP

Impedance
50 Ohms>100Op Temp
-67 to 392ºF-55 to 200ºC

Maximum Power - (W)SPP-250

SPO-250

SPO-500

SPP-250

SPO-250

SPO-500

450

4.16 (13.65)

4.07 (13.35)

2.30 (7.55)

450

2223

580

1636

600

4.82 (15.81)

4.75 (15.58)

2.70 (8.86)

600

1924

497

1396

900

5.93 (19.46)

5.91 (19.39)

3.40 (11.16)

900

1565

400

1108

1900

8.71 (28.58)

8.92 (29.27)

5.27 (17.29)

1900

1068

266

719

2100

9.17 (30.09)

9.44 (30.97)

5.60 (18.37)

2100

1015251677

2500

10.04 (32.94)

10.41 (34.16)

6.23 (20.44)

2500

928

228

610

3500

11.96 (39.24)

12.63 (41.44)

7.68 (25.20)

3500

780

188

496

4900

14.27 (46.82)

15.37 (50.43)

9.52 (31.24)

4900

655

155

401

5800

15.60 (51.18)

16.99 (55.74)

10.63 (34.88)

5800

600

140

360

Frequency in MHz

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Frequency in MHz

How to order
S PX 2 5 0 - C O D E C O D E - 1 0 . 0 F
P - PlenumCable
O - Outdoor
Size
F - Fire Rated

Connector B -Length / 3 dig

F = feet
M = meters
I = inches

USE ABBREVIATIONS FROM THE CHART BELOW.

Weather Boot - WPB (Y/N)

Abbreviation

Description

225M

2.2/5 Male (plug)N

41M

4.1/9.5 mini DIN Male

N

41MR

4.1/9.5 mini DIN Male right angle

Y

43F

4.3/10 Female (jack)

N

43FB

4.3/10 Female (jack) bulkheadN

43M

4.3/10 Male (plug)

Y

43MR

4.3/10 Male (plug) right angle

Y

43MS

4.3/10 Male (plug) Snap-on

YDF

7/16 DIN female (jack)NDM

7/16 DIN Male (plug)

Y

DMR

7/16 DIN Male (plug) right angle

Y

NFB

N-Female (jack) bulkhead

NNF

N-Female (jack)N

NM

N-Male (plug)Y

NMR

N-Male (plug) right angle

Y

NXFB

Nex10 Female (jack) bulkhead

N

NXM

Nex10 Male (plug)

Y

NXMS

Nex10 Male (plug) Snap-on

Y

NXMR

Nex10 Male (plug) right angle

N

QM

QMA-Male (plug)N

QMR

QMA-Male (plug) right angle

N

SM

SMA-Male (plug)N

SMR

SMA-Male (plug) right angleN

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