Precision sleeved coaxial cable (30 cm)
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The Pico TA265 Precision Sleeved Coaxial Cable is a 30 cm, low-loss, high-flex RF cable designed for precision high-frequency test and measurement applications. It features SMA male-to-male connectors, sleeved 085 coaxial construction and a specified 1.3 dB insertion loss at 13 GHz, making it suitable for PicoScope sampling oscilloscopes, RF instruments, signal-integrity testing and laboratory measurement setups..
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The Pico TA265 Precision Sleeved Coaxial Cable 30 cm is a high-quality RF interconnect developed for applications where short cable length, low signal loss and reliable high-frequency connectivity are important.
Pico specifies the TA265 as a precision low-loss, high-flex, sleeved 085 coaxial cable with a length of 30 cm. It uses SMA male connectors at both ends and has a specified signal loss of 1.3 dB at 13 GHz.
The short 30 cm cable length makes the TA265 suitable for connecting closely positioned RF instruments, oscilloscopes, accessories, test fixtures and devices under test while limiting unnecessary cable length in high-frequency measurement setups.
Precision High-Frequency RF Connection
At high frequencies, cable performance can directly influence the quality of a measurement. Pico specifies the TA265 with 1.3 dB loss at 13 GHz, giving engineers a defined reference point for evaluating expected signal loss in demanding RF and high-speed measurement applications.
The cable is suitable for applications involving:
- High-frequency waveform measurements
- RF and microwave test setups
- Sampling oscilloscope measurements
- Signal-integrity testing
- TDR and TDT measurement configurations
- High-speed pulse measurements
- RF component evaluation
- Laboratory research and development
- Test fixture interconnection
- High-speed electronics validation
SMA Male-to-Male Connectivity
The TA265 is terminated with SMA male connectors on both ends, providing direct connection between compatible SMA female ports.
Typical connections may include:
- Oscilloscope inputs and outputs
- RF measurement instruments
- Pulse generators
- RF signal sources
- Power dividers
- Attenuators
- SMA-equipped test fixtures
- Devices under test
The male-to-male configuration is particularly useful for short direct interconnections in compact RF test setups.
Sleeved Cable Construction
Unlike Pico’s TA264 30 cm unsleeved high-flex coaxial cable, the TA265 uses a sleeved construction. Pico identifies it specifically as a precision sleeved coaxial cable, providing a different physical configuration for users who require a protected cable assembly.
Pico’s related cable options include:
- TA264: 30 cm precision high-flex unsleeved coaxial cable, 1.1 dB loss at 13 GHz
- TA265: 30 cm precision sleeved coaxial cable, 1.3 dB loss at 13 GHz
- TA312: 60 cm precision sleeved coaxial cable, 2.2 dB loss at 13 GHz
This allows engineers to choose between cable length, sleeved or unsleeved construction, and corresponding insertion-loss performance.
PicoScope 9300 Series Compatibility
Pico lists the TA265 among the RF accessories for the PicoScope 9300 Series sampling oscilloscopes. Current Pico documentation also identifies the TA265 as an accessory supplied with certain PicoScope 9300 configurations.
This makes the cable suitable for high-speed measurement setups involving applications such as:
- Sampling oscilloscope measurements
- TDR/TDT analysis
- High-speed pulse characterization
- Signal-integrity evaluation
- High-frequency waveform measurements
PicoScope 9400 Series Compatibility
The TA265 is also listed by Pico as a recommended accessory for the PicoScope 9400 Series sampling extended real-time oscilloscopes.
It can therefore be used as part of high-bandwidth PicoScope measurement configurations where a short SMA-to-SMA coaxial connection is required.
Compatibility with Other Pico RF Products
Pico additionally lists the TA265 as a recommended accessory for high-frequency products including:
- PicoSource PG900 Series pulse generators
- PicoSource AS108 8 GHz Agile Synthesizer
Actual compatibility should always be checked against the connector type, signal level and measurement configuration of the equipment being connected.
Typical Applications
The Pico TA265 is suitable for:
- RF and microwave laboratory testing
- Sampling oscilloscope applications
- Signal-integrity measurements
- TDR/TDT test setups
- High-speed digital system development
- Pulse and transient measurements
- RF signal interconnection
- Research and development laboratories
- High-frequency component testing
- Electronic design verification
- Production test environments
- PicoScope and PicoSource test configurations
Precision Low-Loss Coaxial Design
Pico describes the TA265 as a precision low-loss coaxial cable, making it suitable for high-frequency measurement applications where cable loss must be considered as part of the measurement path.
1.3 dB Loss at 13 GHz
The cable has a manufacturer-specified loss of:
- 1.3 dB at 13 GHz
This published value gives engineers a defined high-frequency performance reference when planning RF and high-speed measurement setups.
30 cm Short Cable Length
The 30 cm cable length is suitable for compact test arrangements and direct instrument-to-accessory or instrument-to-DUT connections.
A short RF cable can also help avoid unnecessary cable routing in densely configured laboratory test setups.
High-Flex Construction
Pico specifies the TA265 as a high-flex cable, making it suitable for test benches where instruments, fixtures and accessories may need to be repositioned during development and measurement work.
Protective Sleeved Construction
The TA265 uses a sleeved 085 coaxial construction. This distinguishes it from Pico’s TA264 unsleeved version and provides a protected cable assembly for regular laboratory use.
SMA Male-to-Male Connectors
Both ends of the cable use SMA male connectors.
This configuration supports direct connection between compatible SMA female interfaces commonly found on:
- RF instruments
- Sampling oscilloscopes
- Pulse generators
- RF accessories
- Test fixtures
- Measurement devices
Suitable for High-Frequency PicoScope Systems
Pico lists the TA265 as an accessory for its PicoScope 9300 Series and as a recommended accessory for the PicoScope 9400 Series.
Compatible with PicoSource RF Equipment
The TA265 is also recommended by Pico for compatible RF products such as:
- PicoSource PG900 Series
- PicoSource AS108 Agile Synthesizer
Multiple Cable Options Available
Pico provides related precision coaxial cable configurations for different test requirements:
| Model | Length | Construction | Loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| TA264 | 30 cm | High-flex unsleeved | 1.1 dB @ 13 GHz |
| TA265 | 30 cm | High-flex sleeved | 1.3 dB @ 13 GHz |
| TA312 | 60 cm | Sleeved | 2.2 dB @ 13 GHz |
These manufacturer-published options allow users to select a cable based on the required length and physical construction.
| Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Pico Technology |
| Model / Order Code | TA265 |
| Product Name | Precision Sleeved Coaxial Cable |
| Product Type | Precision RF Coaxial Cable Assembly |
| Cable Construction | Precision low-loss high-flex sleeved 085 coaxial cable |
| Cable Length | 30 cm |
| Connector 1 | SMA Male |
| Connector 2 | SMA Male |
| Connector Configuration | SMA Male to SMA Male |
| Specified Loss | 1.3 dB at 13 GHz |
| Cable Style | Sleeved |
| Flexibility | High-flex |
| PicoScope 9300 Series | Listed RF accessory |
| PicoScope 9400 Series | Recommended accessory |
| PicoSource PG900 Series | Recommended accessory |
| PicoSource AS108 | Recommended accessory |
| Primary Applications | RF testing, sampling oscilloscope measurements, signal integrity, TDR/TDT testing, pulse measurements and high-frequency laboratory interconnection |