RF Industries

What RF Industries does

RF Industries (NASDAQ: RFIL), founded in 1979 and headquartered in San Diego, California, is a publicly traded manufacturer of interconnect products and systems for communications and industrial markets. The company operates through five wholly owned divisions: RF Connectors & RF Cable Assembly (core RF connectors, coaxial cables, and low-PIM assemblies), Cables Unlimited (custom and hybrid cable assemblies), Microlab (RF passives, DAS components, and the MCC Series Modular Carrier Combiner), Rel-Tech Electronics (wiring harnesses for industrial and fleet vehicle applications), and Schroff Technologies (Direct Air Cooling thermal management systems and TruField concealment shrouds). Its product portfolio spans over 711 RF connector variants, 638+ low-PIM cable assemblies at -161dBc, fiber optic assemblies, copper assemblies, mmWave adapters, modular carrier combiners supporting 5G NR n77, NEMA 4-rated thermal cooling systems, and pole-top concealment shrouds.

The company sells primarily through a network of 30+ authorized distributors (Graybar, TESSCO, Anixter, Accu-Tech, Powell Electronics, Future Electronics, RFMW, Richardson RFPD, KGP Telecommunications) augmented by direct enterprise sales and an e-commerce storefront. Revenue is hardware-driven and quote-based, with custom cable assemblies structured as non-cancellable and non-returnable. Customer end-markets include wireless and wireline telecom carriers (still ~50% of revenue, down from 70%), data communications and edge computing, aerospace and defense, and industrial/transportation/utilities. Named customers include a Tier 1 wireless carrier (200+ DAC systems), a neutral host provider (400+ mid-pole shrouds for NYC small cells), Metronet, a California school district (40,000+ Cat6e patch cords), and an alternative fuel fleet system pioneer.

RF Industries is undergoing a strategic transformation from a traditional component supplier into an integrated technology solutions provider. FY2025 revenue was $80.6 million (+24% YoY), Q2 FY2026 revenue reached $20.7 million (+9% YoY), Q2 FY2026 bookings hit a multi-year high of $26.3 million, gross margin expanded 360 basis points to 35.1%, and adjusted EBITDA nearly doubled to $2 million. The company was added to the Russell 3000 Index on June 29, 2026, reflecting strong investor recognition with a stock up 279% over the prior six months and a market capitalization of approximately $232.54 million. Institutional ownership stands at 23.49%.

Name

RF Industries

Legal name

RF Industries, Ltd.

Website

https://rfindustries.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

RF Industries (NASDAQ: RFIL) is a San Diego-based manufacturer of RF connectors, coaxial and fiber cable assemblies, thermal cooling systems, and concealment shrouds, serving telecom carriers, aerospace, defense, data center, and industrial customers through five divisions and a 30+ distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RF and Microwave Interconnect Products

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33422), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

RF & Microwave Connectors and Coaxial Assemblies (HDAHAOAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Passive Filters & RF Passives (LC Filters/Diplexers/Baluns/Attenuators) (HDAHANAG), Coaxial, RF & Specialty Signal Cable (IMADAMAE), RF & Wireless Components/Modules (RF front-end, antennas, industrial wireless modules) (IMAGAJAG)

Keywords

• RF interconnect products
• Coaxial cable assemblies
• Fiber optic assemblies
• Thermal cooling systems
• Wireless infrastructure components

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. RF Interconnect Products: Sales of RF connectors, coaxial cables, fiber optic cables, data cables, wire harnesses, custom cabling solutions, and adapters. Product sales driven by telecom infrastructure, data center, aerospace/defense, and industrial markets.
2. Thermal Cooling Systems: Direct Air Cooling (DAC) systems including the DualXchange product line for telecom site thermal management, targeting edge data centers and wireless carrier deployments.
3. Integrated Solutions: Higher-value integrated connectivity solutions and systems targeting data centers, AI infrastructure, and aerospace markets. Management notes integrated systems activity expected to accelerate in H2 fiscal 2026.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

RF Industries is a manufacturer of RF and microwave interconnect products, including RF connectors, coaxial cable assemblies, fiber optic assemblies, copper assemblies, custom cabling, and passive RF components. The company also produces Direct Air Cooling (DAC) thermal management systems and TruField RF-transparent concealment shrouds for telecom infrastructure. Products are organized across five divisions: RF Connectors & RF Cable Assembly, Cables Unlimited, Microlab, Rel-Tech Electronics, and Schroff Technologies.

Product overview

RF Industries operates as a multi-brand manufacturer of interconnect products and systems serving wireless/wireline telecom, data communications, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. The portfolio spans RF connectors (711+ variants), coaxial cable assemblies (including Low PIM at -161dBc), fiber optic assemblies, copper assemblies, passives (couplers, splitters, attenuators), thermal cooling systems (Direct Air Cooling), concealment solutions (TruField shrouds), and tools. The company is organized into five divisions: RF Connectors & RF Cable Assembly (core interconnect products), Cables Unlimited (custom/hybrid assemblies), Microlab (passives and wireless solutions including the MCC Series Modular Carrier Combiner), Rel-Tech Electronics (wiring harnesses), and Schroff Technologies (DAC thermal cooling). Products serve diverse applications including DAS, 5G small cells, public safety networks, data centers, edge computing, and aerospace/defense communications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cables Unlimited: Custom cabling and hybrid assemblies division
• Microlab
• TruField
• Comp Pro
• DualXchange DAC
• MCC Series

Products and services

• Low PIM RF Cable Assemblies Low Passive Intermodulation cable assemblies (638+ variants) with PIM ratings to -161dBc, designed for maximum network throughput in wireless infrastructure applications including DAS, 5G small cells, and public safety networks.
• RF Standard Cable Assemblies Standard RF coaxial cable assemblies for general wireless applications, available in various connector interfaces and lengths.
• Microlab Express Jumpers Pre-configured jumper cables (33+ variants) with low PIM performance (-161dBc typical), DC-6GHz frequency range, 100W power handling, available in plenum-rated versions for indoor use.
• Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Cables Specialized cables for remote electrical tilt systems in antenna applications, enabling adjustable antenna tilt for network optimization.
• Bulk Coaxial Cable Bulk cable products including coaxial cable (CBL-CU195, CBL-CU240, CBL-CU400) and superflexible plenum-rated cable (CBL-RFI-SF250PL) with -160dBc PIM performance.
• Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies Fiber assemblies for indoor/outdoor and OSP applications including campus backbone, MDU/FTTH deployments, small cell, aerial, and direct burial installations with various flame ratings.
• Transceiver Solutions Transceiver products for fiber and data communications applications.
• Copper Assemblies Copper cable assemblies including Cat6e patch cords and wiring harnesses for network infrastructure applications.
• RF Connectors Over 711 RF connector variants including 2.2-5, 4.3/10, N, 7/16 DIN, TNC, SMA, Mini-UHF, and mmWave coaxial connectors for various wireless applications.
• RF Adapters Over 295 RF adapter variants including 2.2-5, 4.3/10, N, 7/16 DIN, QMA, TNC, SMA adapters, mmWave coaxial adapters, and UNIDAPT series for connector interface conversion.
• Passive RF Components

Quantifiable outcome

• 360 basis point gross margin improvement to 35.1% in Q2 FY2026
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• GraybarmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor electrical and communications distributor representing RF Industries products in telecommunications and data communications markets across the United States.
• TESSCOmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLeading value-added distributor of wireless communications products and accessories serving carriers, dealers, and agents in the wireless industry.
• AnixtermajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal distributor of enterprise communication and electrical products serving telecommunications, utility, and industrial markets.
• Accu-TechmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational distributor of connectivity products for the data communications and telecommunications industries.
• Powell ElectronicsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor specializing in connectors and passive components serving the military, aerospace, and industrial markets.
• RFMWcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecialty distributor focusing on RF and microwave components serving wireless, defense, and aerospace markets.
• Richardson RFPDmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal distributor of radio frequency and power semiconductors, connectors, and passive components serving communications, industrial, and defense sectors.
• Future ElectronicsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal distributor of electronic components serving multiple industries including telecommunications and industrial applications.
• KGP TelecommunicationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecialty distributor for wireless infrastructure products serving carriers, integrators, and utilities with logistics capabilities across US and Canada.
• Schroff Technologies InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationDivision of RF Industries developing Direct Air Cooling (DAC) ecosystems for energy-efficient telecom site thermal management. Internal technology development unit.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Molex: Molex (a Koch Industries subsidiary) manufactures electronic interconnect solutions including RF connectors, coaxial cables, and fiber optic assemblies serving telecom, data communications, automotive, and industrial markets. Direct product overlap with RFI across connectors and cable assemblies, particularly in 5G infrastructure and data center applications.
• Amphenol: Amphenol is the world's largest manufacturer of interconnect products, including RF connectors, coaxial cable assemblies, and antennas serving telecom, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Directly comparable to RF Industries across RF connector and cable assembly product lines but operating at vastly larger scale (multi-billion dollar revenue), and competes head-to-head for Tier 1 carrier and OEM business.
• PCTEL: PCTEL designs and manufactures antennas and RF solutions for wireless networks, including small cell, DAS, and private network applications. Comparable to RFI's Microlab and TruField concealment business in serving the wireless infrastructure ecosystem, though more focused on the antenna side of the stack.
• Pasternack (Infinite Electronics): Pasternack is a leading direct-marketer of RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave components including connectors, cable assemblies, adapters, and passives serving wireless, defense, aerospace, and test & measurement markets. Closely comparable to RFI's product catalog and target customer base, with a stronger e-commerce/direct channel orientation.
• Bird Technologies: Bird Technologies (Bird RF) manufactures RF test and measurement equipment, RF components, and antenna systems serving wireless carriers, defense, and public safety markets. Comparable to RFI's RF component and connector portfolio with overlapping customer base in Tier 1 carriers and government/defense end markets.
• Huber+Suhner: Huber+Suhner is a Swiss manufacturer of RF connectors, coaxial cables, cable assemblies, and antenna products serving telecommunications, transportation, and industrial markets. Directly comparable to RFI across RF interconnect products, with particular strength in European carrier and rail markets and similar exposure to 5G infrastructure.
• Times Microwave Systems: Times Microwave Systems specializes in coaxial cable and cable assemblies for RF and microwave applications, including low-PIM products for wireless infrastructure, defense, and aerospace. Directly comparable to RFI's low PIM cable assembly business and Microlab jumper products, with strong positioning in carrier and defense markets.
• CommScope: CommScope is a major provider of connectivity and infrastructure solutions for wireless, broadband, and enterprise networks, including RF connectors, cable assemblies, antennas, and DAS components. Overlaps directly with RFI's Microlab and RF connector divisions in serving wireless carriers and neutral host providers, though at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Rosenberger: Rosenberger is a German family-owned manufacturer of RF connectors, coaxial cable assemblies, and high-frequency components for telecommunications, automotive, aerospace, and test & measurement. Directly comparable to RFI across RF connector and cable assembly product lines, with strong global presence in Tier 1 carrier and OEM markets.

Broad incumbents

• TE Connectivity: TE Connectivity is a global leader in connectivity and sensor solutions with a broad portfolio spanning connectors, cable assemblies, antennas, and RF components across automotive, industrial, aerospace, and communications markets. A broad incumbent competitor that competes with RFI in RF/coaxial interconnect but operates across many more end markets and at massive scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights1 record

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A6 records

Investments

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