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RF connectors cover DC to 90 GHz

June 14, 2022 By Martin Rowe Leave a Comment

Samtec 90 GHz mmwave connectors

A family of 1.35 mm board and cable connectors and cable assemblies from Samtec move mmWave signals.

Filed Under: cable-to-board, Microwave, PCB connector, RF Tagged With: samtec

Why connector return loss causes signal problems

June 13, 2022 By Eric Bogatin Leave a Comment

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Return loss can affect insertion loss, the amount of energy that reaches a receiver.

Filed Under: Basics, FAQ, Featured, Microwave, RF

2.92 mm connectors enable highly precise measurements up to 40 GHZ

June 1, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Amphenol-RF-2.92-mm-Connector

Amphenol RF is pleased to introduce the 2.92 mm connector interface into its robust portfolio of RF interconnect options. This connector series is engineered to offer low VSWR and excellent return and insertion loss, along with high power handling capabilities. 2.92 mm connectors, sometimes referred to as K connectors, have the ability to mate with […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Products, RF Tagged With: AmphenolRF

SV microwave 5G RF interconnect solutions available at Heilind Electronics

May 20, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for Amphenol SV Microwave, announces its new line of 5G connectors and cable assemblies. SV Microwave offers a variety of millimeter wave (mmWave) coaxial cable assemblies and connectors for 5G mobile communication development and production. Extreme frequency push-on and threaded RF connectors not only offer industry-leading signal fidelity in the […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Products, RF Tagged With: heilindelectronics

HD-BNC connectivity options for ultra-flexible low loss cable

May 5, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Amphenol RF is pleased to announce the expansion of the HD-BNC product series with two new cable connectors. These connectors are specifically designed to terminate to the Times Microwave LMR-195-UF cable type which is engineered to be an ultra-flexible low loss cable option. The new configurations include a straight plug and bulkhead mount jack version […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Products, RF Tagged With: AmphenolRF

Six key considerations when selecting and integrating GHz connectors into 5G applications

March 31, 2022 By Jeff Shepard Leave a Comment

Connectors are essential components in radio frequency (RF) systems, especially in high-frequency applications like Gigahertz (GHz) 5G devices. Designers have a broad range of connectors to choose from, but there are a few key parameters to consider when narrowing down the choices. Six keys to selecting and integrating GHz connectors include physical size, frequency range […]

Filed Under: Basics, EE sync, FAQ, Featured, Microwave, RF, Telecom/Data Tagged With: faq

Increased connectivity options with waterproof IP67 RP-TNC connectors

March 7, 2022 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

Amphenol RF IP67 waterproof RP-TNC connectors

Amphenol RF is pleased to announce the expansion of the popular miniature-sized TNC interface with an additional reverse polarity (RP) configuration. This straight cable mount RP-TNC plug is designed for the popular LMR-240 low loss cable and is engineered to meet all IP67 specifications in the mated and unmated conditions. RP-TNC connectors are ideal for […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Industrial, Markets, Military, Products, RF Tagged With: AmphenolRF

Simple double-duty: How to get one wire to do more, Part 1: The rationale

January 19, 2022 By Bill Schweber Leave a Comment

Using one wire in two very different roles is widely done, requiring some simple circuity and basic components. It makes a lot of sense to use an individual single copper cable and its connection between two points to do more than it initially intended, especially if that additional function is aligned with the primary function […]

Filed Under: Antennas, Basics, copper, EE sync, Electronics, FAQ, Featured, Markets, Products, RF, Telecom/Data Tagged With: faq

New SMP connector offers improved performance and assembly

December 21, 2021 By Heather Hall Leave a Comment

Amphenol RF is expanding its SMP product series with a new right‐angle cable plug designed for easier assembly and improved performance. SMP connectors are ideal for telecommunications and military applications which require compact, secure RF interconnect. This new commercial product utilizes the standard SMP interface and provides a high‐frequency solution that offers reliable performance up […]

Filed Under: RF, Telecom/Data Tagged With: Amphenol, Amphenol RF

High-frequency SMA adapter improves VSWR performance

November 15, 2021 By Mary Gannon Leave a Comment

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Amphenol RF has expanded its robust adapter portfolio with a high-performance right-angle SMA adapter. This adapter is designed to offer improved VSWR over a right-angle soldered design with a similar footprint, without using an expensive swept body style. The right-angle SMA adapter is ideal for SATCOM, radar and test and measurement applications. Traditional right-angle connectors […]

Filed Under: DW sync, EE sync, Products, RF Tagged With: AmphenolRF

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