Connectors

RF connectors are specialized coaxial interfaces used to connect RF cables and devices without degrading signal performance. They ensure impedance consistency, minimize VSWR, and provide mechanical strength to withstand frequent mating cycles and environmental challenges.

🔸 Advantages:

• Maintain consistent impedance (50Ω or 75Ω)

• Easy field installation and repeatable performance

• Available in various genders (plug/jack), orientations (straight/right-angle), and mounting types (panel, PCB, bulkhead)

• Suitable for high-frequency and high-power applications

• Gold-plated contacts for corrosion resistance and conductivity

🔸 Working Principle:
RF connectors align the center conductor of the cable with that of the device or another cable, ensuring signal continuity with low reflection (low VSWR). The shielding ensures proper grounding and prevents EMI/RFI. Many types use threaded, bayonet, or snap-on mechanisms for secure mechanical connection.

🔸 Applications:

• Antenna terminations

• RF modules, PCB designs, and IoT interfaces

• Test & measurement equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers)

• Wireless base stations and repeaters

• Satellite and military communication systems

🔸 Key Strengths:

• Excellent performance up to 26.5 GHz and beyond

• Rugged design suitable for thousands of mating cycles

• Weatherproof variants available for outdoor use

• Low contact resistance and high return loss

• Available in standard and precision-grade formats

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