Considerations for use

Storage
To prevent dirt and moisture ingress waveguide assemblies should be transported and stored in their original packaging until the point of installation. Flexiguide standard packing includes a sealed polythene moisture barrier to protect the contents from humidity and moisture ingress.


Handling
To maximize performance, waveguides are manufactured to high tolerances. Any physical damage or force, which alters the cross sectional profile, will be detrimental to the electrical performance. Waveguide assemblies must not be bent beyond the minimum bend radii as detailed in the mechanical specification table. Waveguide assemblies must not be stretched or installed under tension.

Electrical
Whilst Insertion Loss (attenuation) and Return Loss (VSWR) performance will be maintained during flexing, a flexible waveguide assembly cannot be considered phase stable during flexing due to the changing path length.