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LMR®-240-MA

$3.20 EX VAT

$0.98 per foot EX VAT
  • GBP: £2.45

LMR-240-MA  is a flexible cable designed specifically for mobile antenna applications. It has a PVC jacket and un-bonded aluminum tape to facilitate end stripping with automated equipment.

 

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Description

LMR-240-MA

LMR-240-MA  is a flexible cable designed specifically for mobile antenna applications. It has a PVC jacket and un-bonded aluminum tape to facilitate end stripping with automated equipment. The cable has excellent reliability, unsurpassed flexibility and ultra low attenuation. The LMR-240-MA cable has loss figures comparable to the extremely rigid corrugated coaxial cables however manages to achieve similar flexibility to that of high loss RG Cables. LMR-240-MA is around 40% lower attenuation than competing RG Air-Dielectric type Cables.

How is the LMR-240-MA low loss figures achieved?

This is achieved due to the cable construction specifications. The centre conductor uses a high conductivity, Bare copper clad covered aluminium centre conductor material. The dielectric is nitrogen injected, foamed, closed cell, Polyethylene which helps achieve 83% Velocity of Propagation. The Dielectric has an Aluminium foil outer conductor. Due to the cable construction, The attenuation is significantly lower as compared to single shielded coaxial cables.

Outer Jacket

All standard LMR coaxial cable comes with a UV resistant, PE Jacket. This helps to ensure the cable jacket can withstand harsh outside environments and UV rays from sunlight, this is designed to last for up to 20 years of outdoor service.

Frequency Operating Band

LMR-240-MA is designed to operate excellent from DC – 6GHz. For any frequency band at VHF and above LMR is the obvious choice.

Should you find your RF system operates at above 1GHz, LMR is once again, your best option, as RG cable typically isn’t compatible with any frequency in excess of 1GHz.

 Applications

 LMR-240-MA Flexible Low Loss Communications Coaxial Cable is ideal for:
  •  Jumper Assemblies in Wireless Communications Systems
  •  Short Antenna Feeder runs
  • WLL
  • GPS
  • LMR
  • WLAN
  • WISP
  • WiMAX
  • SCADA
  • Radio antennas or receivers
  • TVRO
  • Mobile Antennas
  • High gain 4G antennas

Attenuation dB figures per 100m

30 MHz : 4.4dB
50 MHz : 5.7dB
150 MHz : 9.9dB
220 MHz : 12.0dB
450 MHz : 17.3dB
900 MHz : 24.8dB
1500 MHz : 32.4dB
1800 MHz : 35.6dB
2000 MHz: 37.7dB
2500 MHz: 42.4dB
5800 MHz: 66.8dB
8000 MHz: 79.7dB

Temperature range: -40⁰C – +85⁰C 

Inner Conductor: Solid BC (1.42mm)
Dielectric: Foam PE (3.81mm)
Outer conductor: Aluminium tape (3.94mm)
Overall Braid: Tinned copper (4.52mm)
Jacket: Black PVC (6.10mm)

Mechanical Specifications

Bend Radius: installation 19.1mm
Bend Radius: repeated 63.5mm
Bending Moment: 0.34Nm
Weight lb/ft  0.05 Kg/M
Tensile Strength  36.3Kg
Flat Plate Crush: 0.36Kg/mm

Connectors

At McGill Microwave systems, we supply a huge range of connectors that include all the common interface modes. The connectors come in EZ style fitment, for rapid solderless assembly or the traditional TC solder type connectors.
TC Style Solder Connectors
4.3/10 DIN Male (plug) crimp (solder-on pin), hex nut, no braid trim – TC-240-4310M-X
7/16 DIN Male crimp; (non-solder pin) – TC-240-716M
7/16 DIN Male crimp right angle; (solder pin) – TC-240-716M-RA-D
BNC Male (plug) crimp connector, no braid trim – TC-240-BM-X
Type BNC-Male (plug) crimp connector for LMR-240-75, no braid trim – TC-240-BM-75-X
BNC Male (plug) clamp connector – TC-240-BMC
BNC-male (plug) right angle, crimp connector, solder-on pin – TC-240-BM-RA-D
Type F-Male (plug) crimp connector (solder-on pin) for LMR-240, no braid trim+A1 – TC-240-FM-X
Type F-Male (plug) crimp connector (solder pin) for LMR-240-75 – TC-240-FMH-75
FME male (plug) crimp connector, solder on pin – TC-240-FMEM-X
Mini-UHF (plug) crimp connector – TC-240-MUHF
N-Female (jack) crimp bulkhead connector, no braid trim – TC-240-NF-BH-X
N-Female (jack) crimp panel mount (4-hole flange) connector, no braid trim – TC-240-NF-PM-X
N-Male (plug) crimp connector; no braid trim – TC-240-NMH-X
N-Male (plug) crimp connector (solder-on pin) for LMR-240-75 – TC-240-NM-75
N-Male (plug) clamp connector – TC-240-NMC
N-male (plug) right angle, crimp connector, solder-on pin – TC-240-NMH-RA-D
SMA-Female (jack) crimp bulkhead connector, no braid trim – TC-240-SF-BH-SS-X
SMA-Male (plug) crimp connector, no braid trim – TC-240-SM-SS-X
SMA-Male (plug) crimp right angle connector – TC-240-SM-RA-SS-D
SMA-Male (plug) crimp/reverse polarity (female pin) – TC-240-SM-RP
TNC-male (plug) crimp connector, solder-on pin, no braid trim – TC-240-TM-X
TNC-male (plug) right angle crimp connector, solder-on pin – TC-240-TM-RA-D
EZ Style non-Solder Connectors
1.0/2.3-Male (plug) crimp connector (non-solder pin), no braid trim – EZ-240-1023M-X
4.3/10 DIN Male (plug) crimp (non-solder-on pin), hex nut, no braid – EZ-240-4310M-X
4.3/10-male, right angle, crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-4310M-RA-X
BNC-Male (plug) crimp right angle connector/non solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-BM-RA-X
BNC Male (plug) crimp connector (non-solder pin), no braid trim – EZ-240-BM-X
BNC-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, 75 ohm, no braid trim – EZ-240-BM-75-X
7/16-male (plug) right angle, crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-716M-RA-X
F-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-FM-75-X
Type F-Male (plug) crimp connector (non-solder pin) for LMR-240-75 – EZ-240-FMH-75
N-Female (jack) crimp connector (non-solder pin), no braid trim – EZ-240-NF-X
N-female (jack) bulkhead crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-NF-BH-X
N-Male (plug) crimp connector (non-solder pin); hex/knurl nut, no braid trim – EZ-240-NMH-X
N-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-NMH-X
N-Male (plug) crimp right angle (non-solder pin) hex/knurl nut, no braid trim – EZ-240-NMH-RA-X
QMA-Male crimp connector/non-solder; Quick Disconnect SMA, no braid trim – EZ-240-QM-X
QMA-Male crimp right angle/non-solder; Quick Disconnect SMA, no braid trim – EZ-240-QM-RA-X
QN-female (jack) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-QNF-X
QN-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-QNM-X
QN-male (plug) right angle, crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-QNM-RA-X
SMA-female (jack), crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-SF-X
SMA-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-SM-X
SMA-Male (plug) crimp right angle connector (non-solder pin), no braid trim – EZ-240-SM-RA-X
TNC Female (jack) crimp connector (non-solder pin), no braid trim – EZ-240-TF-X
TNC-female (jack) bulkhead, crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-TF-BH-X
TNC-Female (jack) crimp/reverse polarity, non-solder male pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-TF-RP-X
TNC-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-TM-X
TNC-Male (plug) crimp right angle connector (non-solder pin) no braid trim – EZ-240-TM-RA-X
TNC-Male (plug) crimp, reverse polarity (non-solder pin), no braid trim – EZ-240-TM-RP-X
UHF-male (plug) crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-UM-X
UHF-male (plug) right angle, crimp connector, non-solder pin, no braid trim – EZ-240-UM-RA-X

Specification

ApplicationMobile Antennas
cable od (in)0.24
cable od (mm)6.1
JacketPVC
Jacket colorBlack
weight lb/ft0.034
weight kg/m0.05
operating temperature range (f)-40 to +185
operating temperature range (c)-40 to +85
bending moment (ft-lb)0.25
bending moment (mm)0.34
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Brand

LMR

LMR™ is recognised as the global brand name of the Industry standard, Flexible, Low Loss Communications Coaxial cable family designed and manufactured by Times Microwave Systems USA. LMR™ is also the brand name for the market leading, Times Microwave Systems range of  high performance coaxial connectors such as the 'TC' and 'EZ' connectors . These connectors are known internationally as the easiest coaxial connectors to terminate to flexible coaxial cables in the industry – with consistent resulting superior broadband Insertion Loss and VSWR performance. LMR™ is a registered trademark of Times Microwave Systems USA.

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Connectors

Installation Tools

The following Hardware and Installation tools are compatible

  • wsb-195/200

    WSB-240 Weather Seal Boots

    Part NumberWSB-240(QTY:10PCS)
    Stock Code3109-400

    WSB-240 Weather Sealing Boots 

    The WSB-240 weather seal strain relief boots work with the most popular crimp connectors for all LMR-240 cables. The soft silicone boot weatherproofing kits replace older weatherproofing methods, require no heat and only simple and easy hand assembly for valuable time saving in the field. The weather seal strain relief boots are IP67 rated and both RoHS and REACH Compliant. The kits are supplied in a convenient 10 pack which also contains four pouches of silicone lubricant to facilitate installation of the boots.

    Compatible connectors with WSB-240

    Part Number Description
    3190-2726 EZ-240-TM-RA-X
    3190-2868 EZ-240-NM-RA-X
    3190-2893 EZ-240-NMH-X
    3190-2894 EZ-240-QM-X
    3190-2897 EZ-240-SM-X
    3190-6143 EZ-240-NMH-RA-X
    3190-6204 EZ-240-TF-X
    3190-2896 TC-240-SF-BH-SS-X
    3190-2898 TC-240-SM-SS-X
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  • CCT-02

    CCT-02 Cutting Tool

    Part NumberCCT-02
    Stock Code3192-165

    CCT-02 Cutting Tool

    The CCT-02 cutting tool is designed to give a neat cut to any of the sizes of the below coaxial cables: The Blade is hardened, ensuring there is minimum wear over time.
    Add to Cart
  • CCT-03

    CCT-03 Cutting Tool

    Part NumberCCT-03
    Stock Code3192-267

    CCT-03 Cable Cutting Tool

    The CCT-03 tool is an efficient tool for cutting LMR, TCOM and RG cables having a diameter of LMR-600 or smaller. This tool provides a clean, square cut - leaving the the cable cut perfectly round. This cutting tool has been specially designed with a perfect spring force already built in to the tool to cut the cable. All the user needs to do is simply spin the tool, and it cuts the cable perfectly itself, every time. The Cutting tool comes with hardened blade, that allows 1000’s of cable cuts, with no degradation to the blade.
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  • cst-240a

    CST-240A Prep Tool

    Part NumberCST-240A
    Stock Code3192-152
    CST-240A Cable Prep Tool
    The CST-240A is manufactured by Times Microwave Systems and is designed to Strip all variations of LMR-240 cable. This tool has 3 features: Cable cut (To centre conductor), Jacket stripper and centre conductor deburring tool. There is also an adjustment setting on the stripping tool to allow to cut for Times Microwave LMR Crimp connectors or Clamp connectors. Simply set it to the correct connector type and start stripping. The Cable Prep Tool has replaceable blades however this should not need to be done regularly as the blades have been proven to have a very long lasting life.
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  • TK-240EZ

    TK-240EZ

    Part NumberTK-240EZ
    Stock Code660-0830

    TK-240EZ Cable Assembly Tool kit

    The TK-240EZ Cable Assembly Tool Kit has been designed for LMR-240 crimp and clamp connectors. The tooling in the kit can be used with all LMR-240 cables and all LMR-240 X series connectors. The TK-240EZ tool kit consists of the following items:
    • CCT-03 Cable Cutting Tool
    • CST-240 Cable Stripping Tool
    • CT-240/200/195/100 Crimping Tool
    • Black Tool Bag
    CCT-03 Cutting tool
    The CCT-03 cutting tool, included in the TK-240EZ Tool Kit, is the first tool used to cut the LMR coaxial cable. This has been specially designed with a perfect spring force already built in to the tool to cut the cable. All the user needs to do is simply spin the tool, and it cuts the cable perfectly itself, every time. The CCT-03 cutting tool has a hardened blade, that allows 1000’s of cable cuts, with no degradation to the blade. The CCT-03 cutting tool is designed to cut from LMR-100 – LMR-600.
    CST-240 Cable Stripping Tool
    The CST-240 Cable Stripping Tool, included in the TK-240EZ Tool Kit, is the second tool used to strip the LMR coaxial cable. This tool has 3 features: Cable cut (To centre conductor), Jacket stripper and centre conductor deburring tool. There is also an adjustment setting on the stripping tool to allow to cut for Times Microwave LMR Crimp connectors or Clamp connectors. This avoids having to take the time to read instructions and measure. Simply set it to the correct connector type and start stripping!
    CT-240/200/195/100 Crimp Tool 
    The CT-240/200/195/100 Crimp Tool, included in the TK-240EZ Tool Kit is the final tool used to crimp the connector on to the LMR-240 coaxial cable. The Crimp Tool has been specifically designed with ultra strong dies that never wear over time. The dies are made to a very fine tolerance, specifically designed for LMR-240 X Series connectors. The result from using the CT-240 crimp tool is the perfect crimp, every time, with no tool degradation.
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  • Replacement Blade Kit

    Part NumberRB-CST
    Stock Code3192-086
    Replacement blade kit for all CST cutting tools
    Add to Cart

  • Replacement Blade

    Part NumberRB-02
    Stock Code3192-166
    Replacement blade for cutting tool
     
    Add to Cart
  • gk-s240tt

    GK-S240TT Ground Kit - LMR-240

    Part NumberGK-S240TT
    Stock CodeGK-S240TT

    GK-S240TT Ground Kit

    The GK-S240TT Ground kit is manufactured by Times Microwave Systems. The Ground Kit For LMR-240 has 1/4" crimp lug (2holes) and is RoHS Compliant. Using the GK-S240-TT ground kit eliminates the risk of damage to your RF system by directing a lightning strike away from the shield of the LMR-240 and routing it to ground. This ground kit is designed to be fitted to all of the following LMR-240 Cables: The GK-S240-TT kit can be used in conjunction with the Times Protect lightning protection range.  
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