MIL-STD-1553B Aerospace Data Bus Cable
MIL-STD-1553B aerospace data bus cable is designed for reliable multiplex signal transmission in aerospace, defense, marine, weapon systems, and harsh-environment electronic equipment. Built with stranded silver-plated copper alloy conductors, X-ETFE insulation and jacket, and single or double braided shielding options, it supports 77±5Ω characteristic impedance, 600V continuous operating voltage, and -65°C to +200°C service conditions.
Overview
MIL-STD-1553B Aerospace Data Bus Cable is designed for deterministic and reliable multiplex signal transmission in aerospace, defense, marine, weapon systems, and other harsh-environment electronic equipment.
This 1553B data bus cable uses stranded silver-plated copper alloy conductors, X-ETFE insulation, braided shielding, X-ETFE jacket, and filler construction to support stable electrical performance under demanding operating conditions. It is designed to meet the performance requirements of MIL-STD-1553B data bus applications, providing reliable signal transmission where impedance stability, shielding effectiveness, mechanical toughness, and environmental resistance are critical.
This page is intended for product selection. Exact specifications should be confirmed by selected construction type, shielding layer, shielding material, drawing, project standard, and application environment before ordering.
Series Options
The table below helps buyers understand the main construction options for this 1553B aerospace data bus cable before reviewing detailed drawings or datasheets.
| Series Option | Product Positioning | Typical Selection Scenario |
|---|---|---|
| HYTC / 1553B | Single-layer braided shield 1553B data bus cable | For MIL-STD-1553B data bus applications requiring compact construction, stable impedance, and single-layer tinned copper or silver-plated copper braided shielding. |
| HYTS / 1553B | Double-layer braided shield 1553B data bus cable | For harsher EMI environments or higher shielding requirements where double-layer tinned copper or silver-plated copper braided shielding is preferred. |
| BYC Custom | Custom 1553B data bus cable construction | For projects requiring custom shielding material, jacket color, marking, documentation, testing, or compliance support based on drawings or specifications. |
Features
MIL-STD-1553B Data Bus Performance
Designed for 1553B data bus signal transmission where deterministic communication, stable impedance, and reliable multiplex transmission are required.
77±5Ω Characteristic Impedance
Supports 77±5Ω characteristic impedance at 1MHz for MIL-STD-1553B data bus cable applications.
X-ETFE Insulation and Jacket
X-ETFE insulation and jacket provide high and low temperature resistance, aging resistance, radiation resistance, corrosion resistance, flame resistance, and mechanical toughness.
Single or Double Braided Shielding
HYTC supports single-layer braided shielding, while HYTS supports double-layer braided shielding for stronger EMI protection and lower transfer impedance.
Harsh-Environment Reliability
Suitable for aerospace, defense, weapon systems, marine equipment, and severe operating environments requiring high cable reliability.
Custom Project Support
BYC Cables can review drawings, shielding requirements, marking, jacket color, testing, and documentation needs based on project specifications.
Construction & Materials
This 1553B data bus cable is built with conductor, insulation, shielding, jacket, and filler construction. Final selection should be based on shielding layer, shielding material, signal integrity requirements, installation environment, and project documentation needs.
Construction Options
| Component | Available Options | Selection Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Conductor | Stranded silver-plated copper alloy conductor | Designed for reliable electrical performance and demanding aerospace signal transmission applications. |
| Insulation | X-ETFE insulation | Provides electrical insulation, temperature resistance, radiation resistance, aging resistance, and mechanical toughness. |
| Shielding | Single-layer or double-layer braided shield | Single-layer shielding is used for compact 1553B cable constructions; double-layer shielding is used where stronger EMI protection and lower transfer impedance are required. |
| Shield Material | Tinned copper wire braid or silver-plated copper wire braid | Shield material can be selected according to corrosion resistance, conductivity, project standard, and environmental requirement. |
| Jacket | X-ETFE jacket | Provides protection against harsh environments, mechanical stress, heat aging, radiation, corrosion, and flame exposure. |
| Filler | Filler construction | Supports cable geometry, roundness, mechanical stability, and controlled transmission characteristics. |
| Marking & Documentation | Custom marking and documentation support available | Can support project identification, traceability, datasheets, test requirements, and specification review. |
Construction Differences
| Type | Shielding Structure | Confirmed Information | When to Choose |
|---|---|---|---|
| HYTC / 1553B | Single-layer braided shield | Available with single-layer tinned copper wire braided shield or single-layer silver-plated copper wire braided shield. Representative outside diameter is 3.30±0.15 mm, with maximum weight of 24 g/m. | Choose HYTC when a compact single-shielded 1553B data bus cable is suitable for the project environment. |
| HYTS / 1553B | Double-layer braided shield | Available with double-layer tinned copper wire braided shield or double-layer silver-plated copper wire braided shield. Representative outside diameter is 3.70±0.15 mm, with maximum weight of 24 g/m. | Choose HYTS when stronger shielding effectiveness, lower transfer impedance, or harsher EMI environment requirements are expected. |
| BYC Custom | Custom 1553B cable construction | Shielding material, marking, jacket color, testing, datasheet, and compliance documentation can be reviewed based on project requirements. | Choose BYC Custom when the standard HYTC or HYTS construction does not fully match your drawing, specification, installation condition, or procurement requirement. |
Specifications
The specifications below are intended for preliminary product selection. Final values should be confirmed according to selected construction type, shielding layer, shielding material, drawing, and project standard.
| Product Family | MIL-STD-1553B Aerospace Data Bus Cable |
|---|---|
| Application Standard | Designed to meet the performance requirements of MIL-STD-1553B data bus applications |
| Reference Product Standard | Q/HY106-2010. This should be treated as a reference product standard, not a third-party certification. |
| Conductor | Stranded silver-plated copper alloy conductor |
| Insulation | X-ETFE insulation |
| Jacket | X-ETFE jacket |
| Shielding Options | Single-layer or double-layer braided shielding with tinned copper wire or silver-plated copper wire options |
| Rated Operating Temperature | -65°C to +200°C |
| Maximum Applicable Frequency | 30MHz |
| Minimum Bending Radius | 20mm |
| Continuous Operating Voltage | 600V |
| Insulation Resistance | ≥1500 MΩ·km |
| Conductor DC Resistance at 20°C | ≤109 Ω/km |
| Voltage Withstand | Core-to-core and core-to-shield: 2500V / 5min, no breakdown |
| Core-to-Core Capacitance at 1MHz | ≤98 pF/m |
| Characteristic Impedance at 1MHz | 77±5Ω |
| Attenuation at 1MHz | ≤4.6 dB / 100m |
| Velocity of Propagation | 61% |
| Transfer Impedance at 30MHz | Single-layer shield: ≤0.1 Ω/m. Double-layer shield: ≤0.01 Ω/m. |
| Customization | Available based on drawings, samples, technical specifications, or project documentation requirements |
For accurate quotation, please provide the target shielding type, shielding material, required impedance, jacket color, marking, operating environment, testing requirement, and applicable drawings or specifications.
Representative Size and Weight
| Type | Outside Diameter | Maximum Weight |
|---|---|---|
| HYTC / 1553B, HYTC / 1553B-2 | 3.30±0.15 mm | 24 g/m |
| HYTS / 1553B, HYTS / 1553B-2 | 3.70±0.15 mm | 24 g/m |
Representative Mechanical and Electrical Performance
| Performance Item | Confirmed / Representative Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | Insulation and jacket tensile strength ≥34.5 N/mm² | Representative mechanical performance value. |
| Elongation at Break | Insulation ≥75%; jacket ≥50% | Applies to insulation and jacket material performance. |
| Low-Temperature Bend | -65°C ±2°C / 4h, no cracking, immersion voltage withstand test passes | Supports low-temperature aerospace and defense wiring applications. |
| Crosslinking Verification | 300°C ±3°C / 7h, no cracking, immersion voltage withstand test passes | Representative verification for X-ETFE construction. |
| Continuous Operating Voltage | 600V | For rated data bus cable operation. |
| Characteristic Impedance | 77±5Ω at 1MHz | Critical parameter for MIL-STD-1553B data bus signal transmission. |
| Transfer Impedance | ≤0.1 Ω/m for single-layer shield; ≤0.01 Ω/m for double-layer shield at 30MHz | Double-layer shielding provides lower transfer impedance. |
Applications
MIL-STD-1553B aerospace data bus cable is suitable for systems that require reliable multiplex data transmission, stable impedance, strong shielding performance, and long-term service in severe operating environments.
Aerospace Data Bus Systems
For aircraft and spacecraft data bus wiring where MIL-STD-1553B signal transmission performance is required.
Defense & Weapon Systems
For defense electronics and weapon systems requiring reliable multiplex signal transmission and harsh-environment cable performance.
Marine & Shipboard Electronics
For shipboard systems and marine electronic equipment requiring shielded data bus cable performance in demanding environments.
Harsh-Environment Control Systems
For electronic control systems, avionics, instruments, and mission-critical equipment requiring stable communication cable performance.
Selection Guide
Use this guide as a starting point. Final selection should be confirmed by shielding layer, shielding material, impedance requirement, installation space, EMI environment, and project documentation requirements.
| Requirement | Recommended Type | Selection Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Compact 1553B data bus wiring | HYTC / 1553B | Single-layer braided shielding provides a compact construction for standard MIL-STD-1553B data bus cable applications. |
| Higher shielding performance | HYTS / 1553B | Double-layer braided shielding provides lower transfer impedance and better shielding performance for harsher EMI environments. |
| Tinned copper shield preference | Tinned Shield | Can be selected according to cost, corrosion resistance, and project specification requirements. |
| Silver-plated copper shield preference | Silver-Plated Shield | Can be selected when higher conductivity, oxidation resistance, or specific project requirements call for silver-plated shielding. |
| Custom marking or documentation | BYC Custom | BYC Cables can review drawings, datasheets, test requirements, marking, color, and documentation needs. |
Customization Options
BYC Cables can support custom MIL-STD-1553B aerospace data bus cable requirements based on drawings, samples, technical specifications, or project documentation needs.
Shielding Layer
Single-layer or double-layer braided shielding can be selected based on EMI environment, transfer impedance, and installation requirements.
Shielding Material
Tinned copper or silver-plated copper braided shielding can be reviewed according to conductivity, corrosion resistance, and project specification.
Jacket & Marking
X-ETFE jacket color, printing, identification marking, and traceability requirements can be reviewed for project documentation.
Electrical Performance
Characteristic impedance, capacitance, attenuation, transfer impedance, and voltage withstand requirements can be confirmed by datasheet or test plan.
Testing Support
Performance testing, technical confirmation, and inspection documentation can be reviewed based on customer and project requirements.
Technical Review
BYC Cables can review drawings, samples, system requirements, and application conditions before recommending a suitable construction.
Request a Quote
Please provide the required shielding type, shielding material, impedance requirement, jacket color, marking, operating environment, testing requirement, and applicable drawings or specifications.
FAQ
What is MIL-STD-1553B data bus cable used for?
It is used for deterministic multiplex data transmission in aerospace, defense, marine, weapon systems, avionics, and harsh-environment electronic equipment where reliable communication and stable electrical performance are required.
What is the characteristic impedance of this 1553B cable?
The representative characteristic impedance is 77±5Ω at 1MHz, which is a key parameter for MIL-STD-1553B data bus cable applications.
What is the difference between HYTC and HYTS types?
HYTC uses single-layer braided shielding, while HYTS uses double-layer braided shielding. HYTS provides lower transfer impedance and is better suited for harsher EMI environments.
What shielding materials are available?
Available shielding options include tinned copper wire braided shield and silver-plated copper wire braided shield, depending on the selected construction and project requirement.
What is the operating temperature range?
The rated operating temperature range is -65°C to +200°C, making the cable suitable for demanding aerospace and defense environments.
Can BYC Cables customize 1553B data bus cable?
Yes. BYC Cables can review custom requirements for shielding layer, shielding material, jacket color, marking, testing, datasheets, and documentation based on drawings or project specifications.
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