Hotten Cable Flexible Medical PVC Cable OD=8.3mm 60pF 198C 44AWG Coaxial Ultrasound ProbeTransducer Cables

Engineering & Procurement Considerations

What Engineers Should Consider When Selecting a 198C Ultrasound Probe Cable

A high-density coaxial ultrasound probe cable connects an ultrasound transducer or probe assembly with the supporting diagnostic equipment. For medical ultrasound systems, cable selection must balance high channel count, fine-gauge conductors, capacitance, signal transmission, cable diameter, flexibility and probe integration.

This HOTTEN configuration is defined by a particularly information-rich combination of 198 cores, 44AWG conductors, 8.3mm outer diameter and 60pF/m capacitance, making these parameters useful for engineering specification and supplier evaluation.

Published Product Configuration

The published HOTTEN product data supports these configuration options.

Key Engineering Requirements

198-Core Configuration Considerations

A 198-core cable represents a high-density ultrasound interconnection and should be specified together with the electrical architecture of the transducer.

Engineering teams should clarify:

• Total conductor count

• Active signal channels

• Ground / return conductors

• Shield or reference configuration

• Channel grouping

• Pin assignment

• Probe-side termination

• Equipment-side termination

For a high-core-count cable, a detailed drawing or wiring diagram is strongly recommended to avoid ambiguity during quotation and prototype development.

44AWG Fine-Gauge Conductor Considerations

The 44AWG specification is an important part of the product entity because it defines the fine-gauge conductor configuration.

Procurement teams should confirm:

• Conductor material

• Conductor plating

• Stranding structure

• AWG

• Insulation structure

• Electrical requirements

• Flexibility requirements

HOTTEN's published product family includes 38AWG through 48AWG configurations, allowing conductor size to be adapted to different ultrasound cable designs.

8.3mm Outer Diameter Considerations

The current product configuration specifies an 8.3mm OD.

For procurement, engineers should define:

• Target OD

• Maximum allowable OD

• OD tolerance

• Probe routing space

• Connector entry dimensions

• Strain relief

• Required bending radius

• Interaction with surrounding components

The final cable diameter should be evaluated together with the 198-core construction because core count, insulation, shielding and jacket construction all influence the finished OD.

Capacitance Considerations

The listed configuration specifies 60pF/m, while the product family supports 50, 54, 60, 70 and 110pF/m options.

When specifying capacitance, customers should provide the target value or acceptable range required by the ultrasound system.

Procurement teams should clarify:

• Target capacitance per meter

• Measurement conditions

• Required tolerance

• Finished cable length

• Channel consistency

• Relationship between capacitance and the system's electrical design

The selected capacitance should be evaluated together with conductor geometry, insulation structure and cable length rather than treated as an isolated specification.

Signal Integrity and Channel Consistency

For a high-density ultrasound probe cable, signal performance should be evaluated at the complete cable level.

Relevant parameters may include:

• Conductor configuration

• Capacitance

• Cable length

• Insulation characteristics

• Shielding

• Channel-to-channel consistency

• Connector termination

• Grounding configuration

• Probe interface

Where the customer has specific electrical acceptance criteria, those should be included in the cable drawing or RFQ.

Jacket and Flexibility Considerations

The published product supports PVC, TPE and Silicone jacket options.

The jacket should be selected according to:

Flexibility + Mechanical Handling + Cleaning Conditions + Operating Environment + Cable Diameter

Customers should define the required:

• Jacket material

• Flexibility

• Surface characteristics

• Cleaning conditions

• Operating temperature

• Color

• Mechanical handling conditions

The final jacket should be validated against the actual ultrasound probe and equipment environment.

Connector and Termination Considerations

A high-core-count ultrasound cable requires precise termination.

Customers should provide:

• Connector manufacturer

• Connector series

• Part number

• Number of contacts

• Pin assignment

• Connector orientation

• Mating interface

• Termination method

• Strain relief requirements

For 198-core assemblies, the connector and pinout are particularly important because the termination architecture determines how all signal channels are routed between the probe and diagnostic equipment.

Key Procurement Parameters

When sourcing a 198C 44AWG ultrasound probe cable, procurement teams should confirm:

OEM Customization

HOTTEN supports customization of ultrasound probe cable configurations according to customer requirements.

Customization can include:

• Core count

• AWG

• Conductor material

• Capacitance

• Cable diameter

• Jacket material

• Cable length

• Cable color

• Connector configuration

• Termination

• Prototype samples

• Mass-production configuration

The published product family specifically supports multiple core counts, AWG sizes, capacitance options, jacket materials, colors and customized lengths.

Supplier Evaluation Checklist

When evaluating a supplier for high-density ultrasound probe cables, procurement teams should consider:

① High-Core-Count Manufacturing
Can the supplier consistently manufacture and terminate 198-core cable structures?

② Fine-Gauge Processing
Can the supplier maintain stable 44AWG conductor and insulation dimensions?

③ Capacitance Control
Can the supplier control the specified capacitance and maintain consistency between cable channels?

④ Dimensional Control
Can the supplier maintain the required 8.3mm OD and its tolerance?

⑤ Flexible Cable Construction
Can the supplier provide PVC, TPE or Silicone constructions suitable for the intended probe application?

⑥ Medical Cable Quality
Can the supplier provide the required testing and quality documentation?

⑦ Prototype-to-Mass-Production Capability
Can the supplier support engineering samples and recurring production?

Recommended RFQ Information

For faster engineering evaluation and quotation, customers should provide:

• Ultrasound probe / transducer application

• Required core count

• 44AWG or required AWG

• Conductor material

• Target capacitance

• Cable drawing

• Target OD and tolerance

• Jacket material

• Cable length

• Flexibility requirements

• Connector part numbers

• Pinout / channel assignment

• Prototype quantity

• Expected production volume

• Required testing

• Applicable quality or compliance requirements

For this product, the most important information to provide together is:

Core Count + AWG + Capacitance + OD + Cable Length + Connector + Pinout

HOTTEN High-Density Ultrasound Cable Engineering Support

HOTTEN provides customized high-density medical ultrasound probe and transducer cables with multiple core-count, AWG, capacitance and jacket configurations.

The selected product configuration is defined by 198C, 44AWG, 8.3mm OD and 60pF/m, while the broader product family supports multiple core counts from 40C to 256C, AWG options from 38AWG to 48AWG, several capacitance levels and PVC/TPE/Silicone jacket choices.

For OEM projects, customers can provide the ultrasound probe specification, cable drawing, electrical requirements and connector information for engineering evaluation and customized production.

Engineering & Procurement Considerations

Why is cable design important for a 198-core ultrasound probe cable?

A 198-core ultrasound probe cable requires a high-density internal structure while maintaining appropriate electrical and mechanical characteristics. Core count, conductor size, cable diameter, capacitance, flexibility, insulation, shielding, and termination should be considered together to match the requirements of the ultrasound probe and imaging system.

What does 44AWG mean for a high-core-count ultrasound cable?

44AWG is a fine conductor size that can help accommodate a large number of conductors within a compact cable structure. For a high-core-count ultrasound cable, engineers should balance conductor size with electrical performance, mechanical strength, flexibility, cable diameter, and the routing space available inside the probe or connected equipment.

Why is capacitance an important consideration for an ultrasound probe cable?

Cable capacitance can affect the electrical characteristics of the connection between an ultrasound probe and imaging system. A specified capacitance such as 60pF should therefore be evaluated together with cable length, conductor structure, insulation, shielding, and the electrical requirements of the ultrasound system rather than considered as an isolated specification.

How does an 8.3mm cable diameter affect ultrasound probe design?

Cable diameter directly affects the available space for routing and the mechanical characteristics of the probe cable. An 8.3mm OD structure provides a defined dimensional target that engineers can evaluate alongside flexibility, bending requirements, internal cable construction, connector termination, and the physical design of the ultrasound system.

What specifications should engineers define when developing a custom 198-core 44AWG ultrasound cable?

Key specifications should include core count, conductor size, capacitance requirements, target outer diameter, cable length, conductor construction, insulation material, shielding structure, connector type, pin assignment, flexibility or bending requirements, and operating conditions. Providing these requirements allows the cable manufacturer to develop a structure appropriate for the specific ultrasound application.

What should buyers evaluate when sourcing a high-core-count ultrasound probe cable?

Buyers should evaluate the manufacturer's experience with fine-wire and high-density ultrasound cables, dimensional consistency, electrical performance control, connector and pin-assignment customization, sample development, and production consistency. For medical ultrasound applications, suppliers should also be evaluated for their quality management and ability to support customized medical cable projects.

Why Choose HOTTEN

Professional Micro Coaxial Ultrasound Cable Manufacturer

High-Density Cable Manufacturing

HOTTEN specializes in miniature coaxial structures for medical imaging and precision electronic applications.

Signal Performance Optimization

Cable structures can be optimized for capacitance, shielding and signal integrity requirements.

Customized OEM Support

Supporting customers from prototype development to mass production.

FAQ

Q1: What is a 198C ultrasound cable used for?

198C ultrasound cables are mainly used for high-density ultrasound probe and transducer systems requiring multiple signal channels.

Q2: Can HOTTEN customize channel numbers?

Yes. HOTTEN supports different channel configurations including 40C, 68C, 130C, 198C, 256C and other customized designs.

Q3: Why is capacitance important for ultrasound cables?

Low capacitance helps maintain signal quality and improves transmission performance in high-density ultrasound imaging systems.

Q4: Can the jacket material be customized?

Yes. PVC, TPE, silicone and other jacket materials can be selected according to flexibility and application requirements.