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Davis RF DRF-400 – Low-Loss 50 Ohm Coax Cable (Data Sheet)
DRF-400 by Davis RF is a low-loss, high-performance 50 Ohm coaxial cable engineered to match the electrical performance of LMR-400, with the added advantage of rugged outdoor durability and flexibility. Designed for use in HF, VHF, UHF, and even SHF systems, DRF-400 is ideal for both base station and mobile feedline runs.
Why Choose DRF-400 Over LMR-400?
- ✅ Equivalent Electrical Specs – Comparable attenuation and VSWR across the frequency range
- ✅ Enhanced Jacket Durability – Rugged polyethylene outer jacket is superior for outdoor use
- ✅ Flexible & Installer-Friendly – Easier to handle than solid-core alternatives
- ✅ High Shielding Effectiveness – 100% coverage foil plus 90% tinned copper braid for strong RFI protection
Ideal Applications
- ✅ Base station coax runs from radio to antenna
- ✅ HF through 2.4 GHz amateur and commercial systems
- ✅ Low-loss jumpers and interconnects in repeaters and stations
- ✅ Environments requiring superior weather and UV resistance
Specifications (Compared to LMR-400)
- ✅ Impedance: 50 Ohms
- ✅ Center Conductor: Stranded bare copper (LMR-400 uses solid copper-clad aluminum)
- ✅ Dielectric: Foamed polyethylene
- ✅ Shielding: 100% aluminum/polyester foil + 90% tinned copper braid
- ✅ Outer Jacket: Black polyethylene (UV-resistant)
- ✅ Outer Diameter: ~0.405" (10.29 mm)
- ✅ Attenuation @ 100 MHz: ~1.5 dB/100 ft (same as LMR-400)
- ✅ Attenuation @ 450 MHz: ~2.8 dB/100 ft
- ✅ Power Handling: 1500W @ 30 MHz (typical)
Davis RF DRF-400 is the preferred coax for those seeking LMR-400 performance with enhanced jacket toughness and stranded-core flexibility. Made in the USA and available in bulk spools or cut-to-length options for any RF system.
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LMR™ is a trade mark of Times Microwave Systems Corp.
DFR-400™ is a trademark of the Davis RF
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