Rugged FEP flat-ribbon cable is MIL-Spec approved

The Temp-Flex FEP flat-ribbon cable is the first fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP) solution to meet the M49055/11 and M49055/12 MIL-Spec requirements for harsh-environment applications such as those found in aircraft avionics and industrial robotic equipment. Unlike competitive polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) products, extruded FEP dielectric insulation material is said to provide a high-performance ribbon cable that can withstand repeated exposure to chemicals, extreme temperatures, abrasions, and flexure.

The cables can operate in temperatures ranging from –65° to 200°C and are resistant to acids, alcohols, aldehydes, bases, esters, hydrocarbons (aliphatic, aromatic, and halogenated), ketones, and oxidizing agents.  An extruded cable encapsulates each conductor with insulation that will not delaminate, while the low-loss dielectric constant (2.1) ensures optimum signal transmission with minimal loss.  The cables can be mass terminated using a conventional insulation-displacement termination/connector, and are available in numerous conductor sizes (16 to 32 AWG), materials (bare copper, silver-plated copper, and high-strength alloy), and pitches.