Engineering articles, application notes, and industry analysis from the RFS R&D team.
A procurement manager argues that investing in quality RFS components upfront is a cheaper strategy than dealing with the consequences of failure.
Read Article →A quality manager's perspective on why RFS components, despite their upfront cost, often save money and prevent project failures in critical communication infrastructure. Includes practical insights into component selection, testing, and supplier evaluation.
Read Article →A 15-year field technician shares real mistakes with RFS equipment — from GDT failures to Magic Max cable issues — and explains why total cost of ownership matters more than connector price.
Read Article →A field story about an emergency rush order for specialized RF cables and antennas, and why choosing the right supplier isn't always about the lowest price.
Read Article →A practical, step-by-step checklist for B2B buyers who need to order RF equipment like coaxial cable, antennas, or enclosures fast. Written by someone who’s handled rush orders for years—with real examples and insider tips.
Read Article →A veteran procurement specialist shares a costly mistake about voltage drop in RF cable runs, and how a total-cost-of-ownership mindset would have saved $3,200. Includes practical tips with voltage drop calculator examples.
Read Article →As a procurement manager handling high-speed weighing equipment, I've learned that when time is tight, paying extra for guaranteed delivery of bending plates, pressure sensors, and axle weigh pads is often the smarter move.
Read Article →A field engineer shares costly mistakes made while selecting RFS leaky feeder cables for tunnel and in-building projects. This guide breaks down three scenarios—short tunnels, long haul, and budget-sensitive jobs—to help you pick the right cable the first time.
Read Article →As an emergency specialist, I've learned that expertise has boundaries. Here's why knowing how to use a blood pressure monitor doesn't qualify you to spec a C300 — and why RFS gets my vote for RF networks.
Read Article →A procurement manager's perspective on why total cost of ownership (TCO) matters more than the initial price when buying RF components like antennas, cables, and GDTs from a supplier like RFS.
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