RG178 cable

Cable

RG178

RG178 Coaxial Cable

Custom RG178 cable assemblies. Choose from 95 compatible connectors and any length from 1 to 36 feet.

From $3.59 + $0.45/ft

Specifications

Diameter 1.75MM
Impedance 50 Ohm
Frequency Range DC – 3 GHz
Velocity Factor 69%
Max Voltage 500 VRMS
Shield Type Silver-plated copper braid
Jacket FEP
Bend Radius 0.25 in (6mm)
Weight 0.5 lb/100ft
Temp Range -55°C to +200°C
Build Custom RG178 Cable

About RG178

RG-178 is an extremely thin 50-ohm coaxial cable measuring just 1.75mm in diameter, designed for space-constrained RF assemblies. Its PTFE dielectric and silver-plated conductors deliver reliable performance from DC up to several GHz. Commonly used for internal wiring in test equipment, medical devices, and cellular module pigtails.

Attenuation (dB per 100 ft)

100 MHz 450 MHz 900 MHz 1.8 GHz 2.4 GHz 5.8 GHz
7.5 16.5 24.0 35.0 42.0 70.0

Select End A Connector (95 available)

Choose the connector for the first end of your cable.

Technical Specifications

Impedance 50 Ohm
Frequency Range DC – 3 GHz
Velocity Factor 69%
Capacitance 29.4 pF/ft
Max Voltage 500 VRMS
Center Conductor Silver-plated copper clad steel, 7×0.1mm
Dielectric Solid PTFE
Shield Type Silver-plated copper braid
Jacket Material FEP
Bend Radius 0.25 in (6mm)
Weight per ft 0.5 lb/100ft
Temp Range -55°C to +200°C

Common Applications

GPS & Antenna Pigtails
WiFi Adapter Cables
Internal Equipment Wiring
PCB Connections & Jumpers

Frequently Asked Questions

What connectors are compatible with RG178?

RG178 is compatible with 95 connector types including SMA MALE, SMA FEMALE, RP-SMA MALE, RP-SMA FEMALE, SMA MALE ANGLE, and more. All connectors can be paired in any combination.

What is the impedance of RG178?

50 Ohm — standard for RF systems, test equipment, and antenna feedlines.

What frequency range does RG178 support?

RG178 supports frequencies from DC to DC – 3 GHz.

How are RG178 cables assembled?

Every RG178 cable assembly is hand-terminated and continuity tested at our US facility before shipping. We do not drop-ship pre-made cables — each one is built to your specifications.

What lengths are available for RG178?

RG178 is available from 1 ft up to 36 ft. Use the cable builder for any custom length.