Low-cost, semi-rigid SMA RF connector from Intelliconnect

The high-precision UK-designed and manufactured RF connector provides low VSWR with repeatable performance up to 26.5GHz, meets all the performance requirements for MIL-PRF-39012 and the interface conforms to MIL-STD-348 FIG. 310. The new connector has a stainless Steel body available with either passivated or gold finish. Termination type is soldered body with soldered separate centre contact and the connectors are intermateable with 3.5mm and 2.92mm designs.

Intelliconnect (Europe) Ltd manufactures one of the widest ranges of standard Coaxial, Triaxial and Waterproof connectors available worldwide, including the Pisces waterproof series, which provide platforms available to be modified to create custom products. Full custom designs are welcomed with turnaround times typically 7 weeks.

The company also manufacture a large range of coaxial adaptors, to facilitate inter-series connection and gender change etc. and connector and cable assemblies employing conventional cable and semi-rigid types including cryogenic semi rigid cables for applications requiring operation at very low temperatures

Roy Phillips, Managing Director of Intelliconnect Europe, comments: "We manufacture a very wide range of RF and waterproof connectors and cable assemblies in our own factories using UK sourced components which enables us to offer very attractive pricing and reliable lead times. Our design engineers have a vast amount of experience and we are known for our exceptional customer service and competitive pricing for high-volume requirements. Our new SMA connector further extends our standard product range keeping us ahead of our competitors."

Typical applications for Intelliconnect RF and waterproof connectors and cable assemblies include test and measurement, medical, marine, oil and gas, defence and general microwave markets. For more information about the SMA Male connectors visit www.intelliconnect.co.uk.