Independent testing in China certifies the outstanding performance of RFS’ corrugated aluminum cable

CTTL is China's leading telecommunications test laboratory. It operates under the China Academy of Telecommunication Research (CATR), the Chinese government's only national telecom research institution. RFS submitted its CELLFLEX Lite foam dielectric corrugated aluminum outer conductor coaxial cable to CTTL for mechanical and electrical performance testing.

Based on the China Communications Standards Association YD/T 1092-2004 standard, which is the standard for RF coaxial cables in the wireless communications industry, RFS' CELLFLEX Lite cables met or surpassed requirements in each of the 17 strict tests. These included tests for attenuation, Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSMR) impedance, bending radius, crush resistance, corrosion resistance and temperature cycle testing.

The CTTL test results verify that the CELLFLEX Lite cables provide the robust construction and superior RF performance needed to meet China's national standards and technical requirements. They also prove that the CELLFLEX Lite cables are an ideal alternative to copper cables for large-scale projects and rapid roll-outs, providing the superior performance of a lightweight solution with a lower and more predictable entry price point to help operators optimize their wireless network infrastructure.

This is not the first time the CELLFLEX Lite cables have excelled in independent Chinese tests. In July 2007, the Information Transmission Lines Quality Inspect Test Center (now the No. 23 Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation) tested the cables. Validating their superior performance, all of the  tests on the CELLFLEX Lite cables also met or surpassed the wireless communication industry's technical requirements.

Operators worldwide recognize the innovation and value provided by the CELLFLEX Lite cables. According to Rick Wei, Transmission Line Product Manager for RFS China, "Since 2006, more than 20 operators have chosen CELLFLEX Lite cables for 2G and 3G deployments, giving them a cost-effective alternative to copper cables and enabling significant CAPEX savings on fixed asset investments. Today, at least 80,000 base station sites around the world are successfully using CELLFLEX Lite corrugated aluminum cables," he says.

"RFS' CELLFLEX Lite corrugated aluminum cables have been chosen by operators around the world to build their wireless base station sites and indoor distribution systems," adds Chen Zhenghua, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for RFS in Asia Pacific North. "CCTL's independent testing proves once again that CELLFLEX Lite cables offer excellent performance and quality. Based on these results, we hope to further strengthen cooperation with Chinese operators by leveraging our sophisticated and high-quality transmission line products and many years of experience to enable wide use of corrugated aluminum cables in China as well."

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About CELLFLEX Lite

CELLFLEX Lite, a foam-dielectric corrugated coaxial cable with an aluminum outer conductor, is the world's first corrugated aluminum transmission line and the lightest RF transmission cable on the market today. Compared to copper cable, CELLFLEX Lite cables provide significant reductions in manufacturing costs and weight. Due to its lighter weight and corrugation, CELLFLEX Lite cables are easy to transport, operate and install, reducing on-site workforce requirements, lifting equipment demands, tower loading and shipping costs. The lightweight design, coupled with single and multiple bending radius capabilities, allow fast installation, reduce risk of damage and make CELLFLEX Lite cables ideal for congested tower-top applications.

RFS also offers a complete line of accessories fully compatible with both the CELLFLEX copper and CELLFLEX Lite aluminum cables. These accessories include the renowned OMNI FIT^TM and OMNI FIT Premium connectors, which are designed for high performance, easy installation, full compatibility and best-in-class Passive InterModulation (PIM) performance.

About CCTL

China Telecommunication Technology Labs (CTTL) is the market name of the China Academy of Telecommunication Research (CATR), part of the Ministry of Information Industry (MII) and a national research organization in the telecom field directly under the leadership of the MII. http://www.catr.cn is the most authoritative telecom information website in China. CTTL integrates research, test and certification and consultancy functions. It mainly performs research on development planning, policies, regulations and network standards as well as regulatory work for the government. CTTL also provides telecom industry services, such as quality system certification of enterprises, telecom metrology, product testing and certification as well as network planning, design and consultancy for enterprises.

For more information: http://www.catr.cn/

About RFS

Radio Frequency Systems (RFS) is a global designer and manufacturer of cable, antenna and tower systems, plus active and passive RF conditioning modules, providing total-package solutions for wireless outdoor and indoor infrastructure.

RFS serves OEMs, distributors, system integrators, operators and installers in the broadcast, wireless communications, land-mobile and microwave market sectors. As an ISO compliant organization with manufacturing and customer service facilities that span the globe, RFS offers cutting-edge engineering capabilities, superior field support and innovative product design. RFS is a leader in wireless infrastructure.

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RFS Marketing Communications, Asia Pacific North
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