RF cables

[/ɑːr ɛf ˈkeɪbəlz/]
nounpl: RF cables
cabos RF
1. Coaxial cables designed to transmit radio frequency signals with minimal loss and interference, typically used in telecommunications, broadcasting, and electronic equipment
The RF cables connected the antenna to the amplifier without signal degradation.
Os cabos RF conectavam a antena ao amplificador sem degradação do sinal.
2. Shielded cables with specific impedance ratings (commonly 50 ohms or 75 ohms) used to carry high-frequency electromagnetic signals
RF cables must be properly terminated to prevent signal reflections.
Os cabos RF devem ser adequadamente terminados para evitar reflexões de sinal.
RF cables are essential components in telecommunications infrastructure, particularly important in Brazil's expanding telecommunications and broadcasting industries. The term 'cabos RF' is the standard technical terminology used by engineers and technicians across all Portuguese-speaking regions, with minimal regional variation in usage.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
coaxial cablesRF coax cableshigh-frequency cablesradio frequency transmission cables

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
cabos RF
Standard technical term used across Brazil
São Paulo
cabos de radiofrequência
More formal, technical variant commonly used in engineering contexts
Portugal
cabos RF / cabos de frequência rádio
Similar to Brazilian Portuguese with slight preference for expanded form in formal documentation

Related Words

connectorsimpedanceshieldingcoaxialantennatransmission linesignal lossbandwidth

Related Idioms & Phrases

shielded from interference
maintain signal integrity
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