GIGALite™ 50Ω RF Coaxial & Triaxial Cables for Aerospace Systems
GIGALite™ RF Cables
High-Performance 50Ω Coaxial & Triaxial Cables for Aerospace & Avionics
GIGALite™ offers a complete range of 50Ω coaxial and triaxial RF cables engineered for demanding aerospace, avionics, and military applications. Designed for harsh aircraft environments, these cables meet FAA FAR flammability requirements and deliver exceptional durability, low loss, and superior EMI protection.
All GigaFlight cables are Skydrol-resistant, RoHS & REACH compliant, and available with laser-markable or color-coded jackets, ensuring easy integration into modern aircraft systems.
50Ω RF Coaxial Cables for Aircraft & Avionics
GigaFlight’s 50Ω low-loss coaxial cables are lightweight, flexible, and built for high-temperature environments. They are engineered as identical or next-generation replacements for leading Carlisle and PIC cables, featuring matching materials and electrical characteristics to simplify aerospace qualification processes.
Several models offer a reduced outer diameter and significant weight savings- ideal for UAVs, fighter jets, and other weight-critical platforms. Full connector compatibility is maintained across the range, including strip dimensions, tooling, and electrical performance.
Available 50Ω Coaxial Models:
- GF5-35D - Alternative to PIC UH22089 ideal for GPS, TCAS, Mode-S, MLS, SATCOM.
- GF5-36T - Alternative to Carlisle 310801 / PIC S22089 ideal for low loss-budget systems; compatible with XXX022 & PIC 194XX.
- GF5-36T-1 - Upgraded GF5-36T with 10% weight savings & smaller OD compatible with GF5-36T, XXX022 & PIC 194XX.
- GF5-56T - Drop-in replacement for Carlisle 311201 / PIC S55122 compatible with XXX122 series avionics connectors.
- GF5-67T - Alternative to PIC S33141 14% lighter white laser-markable jacket; compatible with PIC 1903XX.
- GF5-71T - Replacement for Carlisle 311501 / PIC S67163 smaller, lighter, lower-loss than RG393/RG214; compatible with XXX922.
- GF5-71T-1 - Next-gen GF5-71T with 12% weight savings & 6% smaller OD; white laser-markable jacket.
- GF5-89D - Alternative to Carlisle 421601 white laser-markable Tefzel compatible with XXX922 connectors.
- GF5-124T-1 - Next-gen GF5-124T / Carlisle 311901 / PIC S44193 12% lighter & 10% smaller OD compatible with XXX722.
- GF5-124T - Drop-in replacement for Carlisle 311901 / PIC S44193 translucent blue FEP jacket compatible with XXX722.
- GF5-263D - Alternative to PIC S31601 enhanced shielding vs. RG316 compatible with MIL-SPEC RG316 connectors.
50Ω RF Triaxial Cable for EMI Sensitive Systems
GF5-TX124T Low-Loss, High-Performance Triax Cable
The GF5-TX124T triaxial cable is engineered for avionics systems requiring exceptional protection against EMI, RFI, and electrical noise. Its construction includes:
- Solid silver-plated copper-clad steel center conductor
- High-temp fluoropolymer dielectric
- Dual silver-plated copper braid shields
- Additional outer triax braid for improved isolation
- Robust white laser-markable Tefzel jacket
This cable is ideal for radar systems, sensitive RF links, and other noise-critical electronics. While triaxial connectors are recommended to maintain dual-shield isolation, standard GF5-124T coax connectors remain compatible with the inner core.
When should I choose a triaxial cable instead of a coaxial cable for my avionics installation?
Choose a triaxial cable such as the GF5-TX124T when your system operates in high-interference environments. Triax cables include an additional isolated shield layer that significantly improves noise immunity, reduces RFI coupling, and enhances signal-to-noise ratio. They are commonly used in radar, sensor systems, precision measurement lines, and any installation where EMI performance is mission critical. For general RF, navigation, and communication systems where weight, flexibility, and low loss are priorities, GIGALite’s coaxial series is typically the optimal choice.
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