IMS 2025 (IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium), the world’s largest gathering and industry exhibition for RF & Microwave professionals, took place in San Francisco, California, this year from 17-19 June. The cables and connectors sector at IMS 2025 highlighted the important role of RF in enabling the next generation of high-speed, high-density RF systems with excellent signal integrity and low loss in cables. Exhibitors are showcasing their capabilities - ultra-flexible, phase-stable cable assemblies and miniaturized connectors tailored for 5G, aerospace, and quantum computing environments.
Here is a list of some interesting Cable and Connector products from various manufacturers that are being featured at .
Secure Locking SMPS RF Connectors
The QuarterBack® line of small form factor SMPS connectors features a quarter-turn bayonet-style coupling nut with a locking feature, ensuring robust connectivity in high-vibration environments. They have a spring-loaded positive mating feature that allows excellent electrical performance even in extreme vibration environments. These connectors can be used from DC to 65 GHz. Click here to learn more.
SV Microwave
VITA 67.3 NanoRF, SMPM, and SMPS
Teledyne Storm Microwave has expanded its VITA portfolio with the addition of NanoRF, SMPM, and SMPS multiport modules, designed to complement the Storm Flex family of cable assemblies. Available in various configurations, each module is engineered for high reliability and undergoes thorough evaluation to ensure compliance with stringent VITA standards. Click here to learn more.
Teledyne Storm Microwave
High-Performance 0.8mm (145 GHz) Thread-In Connector
High-Performance 0.8mm thread-in connector operates up to 145 GHz. Engineered for optimal performance, this state-of-the-art design guarantees remarkable signal integrity while achieving excellent metrics for VSWR, RF leakage, and insertion loss. Click here to learn more.
Southwest Microwave
FastEdge™ RF Cable Assemblies
The versatile FastEdge™ RF cable product line delivers operational frequencies of up to 43.5 GHz. FastEdge™ features high-performance SMA and 2.92mm connectors. Standard 0.5m and 1m lengths are stocked on DigiKey, along with phase-matched pairs for differential measurements requiring less than 1.5ps skew. Custom lengths are available upon request. Click here to learn more.
Swift Bridge Technologies
120 GHz Coaxial Cable with Enhanced 1.0 mm Connector
The MWX002 from Junkosha is a 110 GHz cable that can be used up to 120 GHz when used with the optional Enhanced 1.0 mm connector. The cable is matched to 50 ohms has a propagation delay of 4.2 ns, has a wavelength reduction rate of 79% and a VSWR of 1.197:1 with a loss of 14.5 dB/meter at 120 GHz. Click here to learn more.
Junkosha
Flexible Amplitude/Phase-Stable Cable Assembly from DC to 110 GHz
The LL110 from Samtec is a Flexible Microwave Cable Assembly that operates from DC to 110 GHz. It is designed to meet the demands of aerospace, defense, datacom, computer, and instrumentation markets. This cable assembly with state-of-the-art shielding techniques and dynamic performance layers (DPL) offers excellent phase & amplitude stability with flexure. Click here to learn more.Samtec
67 GHz Phase Stable Coaxial Cable Assembly
The MWX161 from Junkosha is a Phase-Stable Coaxial Cable Assembly that operates from DC to 67 GHz. It has a standard insertion loss of 3.5 dB/m (at 18.5 GHz) and 7.3 dB/m (at 67 GHz). The cable assembly has an outer diameter of 6.5 mm and is available in lengths from 600 to 1500 mm. It has slim armor with an Aramid sheath and an operating temperature range from -65 to +125°C. This cable assembly is ideal for use in microwave band measurements requiring a wide temperature range (device assessment, etc.), testing equipment requiring durability, and multiport vector network analyzer applications. Click here to learn more.
Junkosha
mmWave Field-Replaceable Connectors up to 71 GHz
Hirose expanded its compact coaxial connector offering with the introduction of three mmWave field replaceable solutions. Compliant with IEC 61169-32, MIL-STD-348B and RoHS2 standards, the new mmWave connector family offers secure screw mounting and flexible cable options to simplify design and assembly. Click here to learn more.
Hirose
110 GHz SMPM Mini-Lock Connectors for Mission-Critical Applications
The SMPM Mini-Lock connectors from Smiths Interconnect have a beryllium copper body with gold plating and Rexolite 1422 dielectric. These 50-ohm connectors are available in straight female, 2-hole flange, and straight male PCB mount options. They can withstand more than 500 mating cycles and comply with MIL-STD-202 for vibration, shock, corrosion, and moisture resistance. These connectors are suitable for harsh mechanical stress environments such as electronic warfare, radars, satellites, space flight, military, UAV, and UGV applications. Click here to learn more.
Smiths Interconnect
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You can also download the digital version of our IMS 2025 Magazine, where we have listed some interesting products, published articles and conducted interviews with companies at the event. [View the Digital Magazine →]
