Belden 84142 001, Coax M17 60 RG142 50 Ohm Brown
SKU:Belden 84142 001
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Description
The Belden 84142 is a mil-spec 50 ohm coaxial cable (M17/60-RG142) designed for high-frequency aerospace, wireless communication, and RF transmission applications. Built with a 19 AWG solid silvered copper covered steel conductor, PTFE insulation, and double 95% silvered copper braid shielding, this cable delivers exceptional signal integrity from DC to 8 GHz in plenum-rated environments. Buy Belden 84142 by the foot at Ramcorp Wire & Cable — no minimum order required.
Belden 84142 Key Features
- 50 ohm impedance — optimized for RF and microwave transmission up to 8 GHz
- Double 95% silvered copper braid shield for superior EMI/RFI rejection
- PTFE (Teflon®) insulation with 70% velocity of propagation
- FEP jacket rated for −70°C to +200°C operating range
- CMP plenum rated — NEC Article 800 compliant for air-handling spaces
- M17/60-RG142 mil-spec designation (commercial, non-QPL)
- RoHS compliant and EU CE Mark certified
Belden 84142 Applications
- Aerospace wireless communication systems
- RF and microwave signal transmission
- Military and defense communication equipment
- Test and measurement instrumentation
- Antenna feed lines and jumper cables
- Plenum-rated commercial building RF distribution
- Broadcast and studio RF interconnects
- Satellite communication ground equipment
Belden 84142 Available Put-Ups
All Belden 84142 cable is sold by the foot with no minimum order at Ramcorp Wire & Cable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belden 84142 used for?
Belden 84142 is a 50 ohm mil-spec coaxial cable designed primarily for aerospace wireless communication, RF transmission, and microwave signal applications. Its wide operating frequency range (DC to 8 GHz) and plenum rating make it suitable for both military/defense and commercial building installations.
Is Belden 84142 plenum rated?
Yes. Belden 84142 is CMP (Communications Multipurpose Plenum) rated per NEC Article 800 and UL listed. It meets NFPA 262 flammability requirements and is approved for installation in air-handling plenum spaces.
What is the temperature rating of Belden 84142?
Belden 84142 has a UL temperature rating of 200°C and an operating temperature range of −70°C to +200°C, thanks to its PTFE insulation and FEP jacket construction.
What type of shielding does Belden 84142 have?
Belden 84142 features a double silvered copper braid shield with 95% coverage per layer. This dual-layer braid construction provides excellent EMI/RFI rejection for high-frequency signal integrity.
Can I buy Belden 84142 by the foot?
Yes! Select your desired length from the available options. If you need a length that isn’t listed, contact us and we’ll get you a custom quote.
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Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Conductors | 1 (Coaxial) |
| AWG | 19 AWG |
| Stranding | Solid |
| Conductor Diameter | 0.037 in (0.94 mm) |
| Conductor Material | SCCS — Silvered Copper Covered Steel |
| Insulation Material | PTFE — Polytetrafluoroethylene |
| Insulation Diameter | 0.116 in (2.95 mm) |
| Insulation Color | White |
| Jacket Material | FEP — Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene |
| Jacket Color | Brown |
| Overall Diameter | 0.195 in (4.95 mm) |
| Weight | 42 lbs/1000 ft |
| Shield Type | Double Braid |
| Shield Material | Silvered Copper (SC) |
| Shield layer 1 | Braid, 95% Coverage |
| Shield layer 2 | Braid, 95% Coverage |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
| Nominal conductor DCR | 19.0 Ω/1000 ft |
| Nominal outer shield DCR | 2.3 Ω/1000 ft |
| Capacitance (Conductor-to-Shield) | 29 pF/ft (95 pF/m) |
| Velocity of Propagation | 70% |
| 1 MHz | 0.3 |
| 10 MHz | 1.1 |
| 50 MHz | 2.7; 3,500 |
| 100 MHz | 3.9; 2,400 |
| 200 MHz | 5.6 |
| 400 MHz | 6.9; 1,100 |
| 700 MHz | 11.0 |
| 900 MHz | 12.5 |
| 1,000 MHz | 13.5; 650 |
| 2,000 MHz | 19.3 |
| 3,000 MHz | 24.3; 330 |
| 5,000 MHz | 32.6 |
| 8,000 MHz | 43.2; 180 |
| Min Bend Radius (Installation) | 2 in (51 mm) |
| Max Pull Tension | 146 lbs (66.2 kg) |
| UL Temperature Rating | 200°C |
| Operating Temperature Range | −70°C to +200°C |
| UL Voltage Rating | 300 V (CMP) |
| Mil-Spec Voltage Rating | 1,400 V |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor — Plenum, Indoor, Outdoor, Aerial (with messenger wire) |
| Sunlight resistance | Yes |
| NEC Listing | CMP — UL Listed Art. 800 Plenum |
| CEC/C(UL) Listing | CMP |
| Military Specification | M17/60-RG142 (Commercial, Non-QPL) |
| Flammability | NFPA 262 |
| EU CE mark | Yes |
| EU RoHS 2 (2011/65/EU) | Compliant |
| EU RoHS 2 Amendment (2015/863/EU) | Compliant |
| EU WEEE (2012/19/EU) | Compliant |
| REACH | Compliant |
| China RoHS II | Compliant (GB/T 26572-2011) |
| RoHS Compliant | Yes |
| Item Type | Belden Coaxial Cable |
| Other Part Numbers | 84142 001100, 84142 001250, 84142 001500, 84142 0011000 |
| Priced Per | FT |
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