FAKRA Cable Assemblies

What Is a FAKRA Cable Assembly?

A FAKRA cable assembly combines a FAKRA connector with coaxial cable to provide an RF connection between automotive electronic components. FAKRA connector systems are commonly used for vehicle antennas, navigation, infotainment, telematics, cameras, and other RF communication applications.FAKRA connectors use standardized keyed and color-coded housings to help identify mating configurations and prevent incorrect connections. A finished assembly can be configured with different connector orientations, cable lengths, routing requirements, and termination specifications to accommodate available installation space and system requirements.The appropriate coaxial cable, connector configuration, termination method, shielding, and mechanical protection depend on the electrical and physical requirements of the application.

  

Trusted Partner for FAKRA Cable Assembly Manufacturing

Automotive RF systems require cable assemblies that match specific connector interfaces, cable lengths, routing paths, installation space, and electrical requirements. Stantek manufactures custom FAKRA cable assembly solutions based on customer drawings and specifications, with attention to the practical requirements of each application.Stantek works with customers to evaluate connector configuration, cable routing, termination requirements, and installation conditions before production. This application-focused approach helps translate defined requirements into consistent FAKRA cable assembly solutions for automotive RF and electronic systems.

  

FAKRA Connector Assembly Capabilities

Stantek provides flexible FAKRA connector assembly manufacturing for automotive RF and electronic applications. Assemblies are configured according to customer drawings and specifications, with manufacturing methods selected according to the specified cable, connector, termination, and application requirements.Capabilities include:

• Custom FAKRA connector assembly configurations.
• FAKRA connector and coaxial cable integration.
• Single- and multi-connector configurations.
• Connector orientation and routing based on installation requirements.
• Application-specific cable lengths.
• Shielding and grounding features where specified.
• Strain-relieved configurations.
• Cable identification and labeling.
• Prototype and development production.
• Low-to-mid volume manufacturing.
• Continuity and applicable electrical verification.
• Assembly inspection and workmanship verification.
• Production documentation and revision control.
• Applicable material and production traceability.

Stantek can support custom FAKRA connector assembly requirements when connector configuration, cable specifications, dimensions, termination, or installation conditions vary between applications.

  

Why Choose Stantek for FAKRA Cable Assembly Manufacturing

• Quality Assurance: Stantek operates under a Quality Management System based on ISO 9001:2015, IPC/WHMA-A-620 CIT, and J-STD-001 CIT requirements. These standards support controlled workmanship, inspection, testing, and production documentation for FAKRA cable assembly programs.
• Low- to Mid-Volume Production: Stantek supports prototype, development, and low-to-mid volume FAKRA cable assembly programs. Flexible production capabilities accommodate custom configurations and changing production requirements without requiring high-volume quantities.
• Build-to-Print Manufacturing: Stantek manufactures assemblies according to customer drawings, specifications, bills of materials, cable requirements, connector configurations, and defined production requirements. This approach helps maintain configuration accuracy and controlled revisions.
• U.S.-Based Manufacturing: Stantek manufactures FAKRA cable assemblies at its facility in Stanton, Kentucky. U.S.-based production provides customers with domestic manufacturing support and direct communication throughout the production process.
• Initial Design Consultation: Stantek can provide initial design consultation focused on manufacturability considerations, including cable routing, connector configuration, termination requirements, strain relief, and installation conditions.
• Government & Defense Compliance: Stantek is registered with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and ITAR compliant for applicable programs. This supports customers with controlled manufacturing requirements for defense-related applications.

 

Industries We Serve

Stantek provides FAKRA cable assembly manufacturing support for industries that require application-specific RF and electrical interconnect assemblies. Production is based on customer drawings, specifications, component requirements, and defined assembly requirements.

• Automotive: Stantek manufactures FAKRA cable assemblies for automotive RF and electronic systems, including antennas, infotainment, telematics, navigation, and vehicle cameras. Assemblies can be configured for specific cable lengths, connector orientations, routing conditions, and installation requirements.

• Aerospace: Stantek supports aerospace customers with application-specific cable and electrical interconnect assembly requirements. Where FAKRA-based configurations are specified for an applicable system, assemblies can be manufactured according to customer drawings, component requirements, inspection criteria, and production documentation.

• Defense: Defense programs can require controlled RF and electrical interconnect assemblies for communication, electronic, sensing, and vehicle-related systems. Stantek supports customer-defined configurations with controlled assembly, inspection, testing, revision management, and applicable traceability.

• Industrial Equipment: Industrial equipment and specialized electronic systems can use RF cable assemblies for communication, sensing, monitoring, and connected equipment. Stantek supports application-specific cable lengths, connector configurations, routing requirements, and production quantities.

For broader interconnect requirements, Stantek also manufactures custom wire harness assemblies and custom cable assemblies. 

FAKRA Cable Assembly Manufacturing Process

  

 Stantek follows a controlled manufacturing process to build and verify each assembly according to customer drawings, specifications, and defined production requirements.

• Drawings & Specifications Review — Review customer drawings, schematics, dimensions, connector interfaces, cable specifications, bills of materials, and applicable production requirements to establish the required assembly configuration.

• Cable & Connector Requirements Verification — Verify the specified coaxial cable, electrical and physical characteristics, connector type, interface configuration, and finished cable length for compatibility with the defined application requirements.

• Cable & Connector Matching — Match the specified coaxial cable with the required FAKRA connector configuration and applicable termination components to ensure the selected components are compatible with the assembly requirements.

• Connector Orientation & Configuration — Establish connector orientation, keying, indexing, and interface alignment according to customer drawings and installation requirements to support proper mating and assembly consistency.

• Routing & Installation Review — Review cable routing, bend-radius requirements, installation clearances, connector access, and available equipment space to ensure the assembly configuration supports the intended installation.

• Shielding & Grounding Requirements — Incorporate specified shielding, grounding, and related protective features where required for RF performance, electromagnetic interference control, or the defined application.

• Cable Preparation & Termination — Prepare the coaxial cable to the specified dimensions and apply the required termination method for the selected FAKRA connector and cable configuration using controlled assembly procedures.

• Strain Relief & Mechanical Protection — Apply specified strain relief, protective components, and mechanical support features to help protect the cable and termination during handling, installation, and operation.

• Final Inspection & Electrical Testing — Inspect finished assemblies for cable length, connector position, orientation, preparation, termination, routing, dimensions, and workmanship, followed by continuity and other applicable electrical testing.

• Documentation & Traceability — Maintain applicable production records, inspection information, drawing revisions, material information, and traceability documentation to support consistent production and configuration control.

  

Applications of FAKRA Cable Assemblies

   

 FAKRA cable assemblies provide RF interconnections for automotive electronic systems where controlled cable configuration, connector compatibility, and reliable signal transmission are required.

• Automotive Antenna Systems: FAKRA cable assemblies connect vehicle antennas to electronic systems supporting radio, satellite, GPS, GNSS, and cellular communication. Assemblies can be configured according to the required cable length, connector orientation, routing, and installation conditions.

• Infotainment & Telematics: FAKRA assemblies support connections within in-vehicle infotainment, telematics, and connected-vehicle systems. They provide application-specific RF interconnects between communication modules, antennas, and related electronic components.

• Camera & Vision Systems: FAKRA cable assemblies can be used for rear-view, surround-view, and other vehicle camera applications where dependable signal connections are required. Cable routing, connector configuration, shielding, and mechanical protection can be specified according to the installation.

• Navigation & Positioning Systems: FAKRA assemblies support GPS, GNSS, navigation, and other vehicle positioning applications by connecting antennas and electronic modules. Custom cable lengths and connector configurations can accommodate vehicle routing and available installation space.

 

Bring Your FAKRA Cable Assembly Requirements to Production

Stantek manufactures FAKRA cable assembly solutions for automotive RF, communication, infotainment, antenna, navigation, camera, and electronic applications. From prototype and development builds to low-to-mid volume production, Stantek manufactures assemblies according to customer drawings, specifications, component requirements, and defined production requirements.Contact Stantek to discuss your custom FAKRA cable assembly requirements and request a quote.