IEC 61169-11:2017

IEC 61169-11 ®
Edition 1.0 2017-03
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Radio-frequency connectors –
Part 11: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner diameter of
outer conductor 9,5 mm with threaded coupling – Characteristic impedance 50 Ω
(type 4,1-9,5)
Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques –
Partie 11: Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs coaxiaux pour
fréquences radioélectriques avec diamètre intérieur du conducteur extérieur de
9,5 mm à accouplement par vis – Impédance caractéristique 50 Ω (type 4,1-9,5)
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IEC 61169-11 ®
Edition 1.0 2017-03
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
colour
inside
Radio-frequency connectors –
Part 11: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner diameter of

outer conductor 9,5 mm with threaded coupling – Characteristic impedance 50 Ω

(type 4,1-9,5)
Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques –

Partie 11: Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs coaxiaux pour

fréquences radioélectriques avec diamètre intérieur du conducteur extérieur de

9,5 mm à accouplement par vis – Impédance caractéristique 50 Ω (type 4,1-9,5)

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Mating face and gauge information . 6
3.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2 . 6
3.1.1 Connector with pin centre contact . 6
3.1.2 Connector with socket centre contact . 8
3.2 Gauges . 9
Gauge pin for socket centre contact. 9
3.2.1
3.2.2 Connector with pin centre contact . 10
3.3 Dimensions – Standard test connectors – Grade 0 . 10
3.3.1 Connector with pin centre contact . 10
3.3.2 Connector with socket centre contact . 11
4 Quality assessment procedures . 12
4.1 General . 12
4.2 Ratings and characteristics (see Clause 5 of IEC 61169-1:2013) . 12
4.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements. 15
4.3.1 Acceptance tests . 15
4.3.2 Periodic tests . 15
4.4 Procedures for the quality conformance . 18
4.4.1 Quality conformance inspection . 18
4.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance . 18
5 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications . 18
5.1 General . 18
5.2 Identification of the component . 18
5.3 Performances . 18
5.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters . 19
5.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities . 19
5.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for type 4,1-9,5 connector . 19
6 Marking . 23
6.1 Marking of component . 23
6.2 Marking and contents of package . 24

Figure 1 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 1) . 7
Figure 2 – Connector with socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 2) . 8
Figure 3 – Gauge pin for socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 3) . 9
Figure 4 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 4) . 11
Figure 5 – Connector with socket in centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 5) . 11

Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact . 7
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact . 9
Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pin for socket centre contact . 10
Table 4 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact . 11
Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact . 12
Table 6 – Rating and characteristics . 13

Table 7 – Acceptance tests . 16
Table 8 – Periodic tests . 17

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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 11: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner
diameter of outer conductor 9,5 mm with threaded coupling –
Characteristic impedance 50 Ω (type 4,1-9,5)

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61169-11 has been prepared by subcommittee 46F: RF and
microwave passive components, of IEC technical committee 46: Cables, wires, waveguides,
RF connectors, RF and microwave passive components and accessories.
This bilingual version (2017-08) corresponds to the monolingual English version, published in
2017-03.
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
CDV Report on voting
46F/322A/CDV 46F/336/RVC
Full information on the voting for the approval of this International Standard can be found in
the report on voting indicated in the above table.
The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This document has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
A list of all parts of the IEC 61169 series, under the general title: Radio-frequency connectors,
can be found on the IEC website.
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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 11: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner
diameter of outer conductor 9,5 mm with threaded coupling –
Characteristic impedance 50 Ω (type 4,1-9,5)

1 Scope
This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules
for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RF coaxial connectors with threaded
coupling, typically for use in 50 Ω cable networks (type 4,1-9,5).
This document prescribes mating face dimensions for general purpose connectors – grade 2,
dimensional details of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests
selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to series 4,1-9,5 RF
connectors.
This specification indicates recommended performance characteristics to be considered when
writing a detail specification and it covers test schedules and inspection requirements for
assessment levels M and H.
The 4,1-9,5 types RF coaxial connectors with nominal impedance 50 Ω are threaded coupling
units which are used with all kinds of RF cables and microstrips in microwave transmission
systems. And the working frequency is up to 14 GHz.
NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference
purpose only.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 61169-1:2013, Radio frequency connectors – Part 1: Generic specification – General
requirements and measuring methods
IEC 62037-3, Passive RF and microwave devices, intermodulation level measurement –
Part 3: Measurement of passive intermodulation in coaxial connectors
3 Mating face and gauge information
3.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2
3.1.1 Connector with pin centre contact
The mating face of connector with pin centre contact is shown in Figure 1 and its dimensions
are shown in Table 1.
Note 1
k
l
h
øj
i
50° ± 5°
g
Note 2
f
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 "M20×1" indicates metric screw thread with nominal diameter 20 mm and screw-pitch of 1 mm.
Figure 1 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 1)
Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a M20×1
b 11,84 12,02
c 2,855 2,945
a
d 4,13 (nominal)
e 9,45 9,55
f 5,05 5,35
g 1,4 1,6
h 0 1,0
i 3,0 4,0
b
j – –
c
k – –
l 6,2 –
m 10,8 –
a
This dimension tolerance is determined by the tolerance of characteristic impedance.
b
Sealing gasket to meet climatic and environmental requirements.
c
The dimension given assumes no sealing gasket fitted. If sealing is required, dimension k (Figure 1) should be
arranged so that with the gasket chosen adequate pressure is applied to the front face (dimensions m and b) of
the socket connector (Figure 2) to ensure adequate sealing.

a
øb
øm
øe
ød
øc
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3.1.2 Connector with socket centre contact
The mating face of connector with socket centre contact is shown in Figure 2 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 2.
h
Note 3
l
j
45° ± 5°
i
45°
f Note 2
k
Note 4
Note 1
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 “M20×1” indicates metric screw thread with nominal diameter 20 mm and screw-pitch of 1 mm.
NOTE 3 Minimum distance from installation flanges or accessories.
NOTE 4 Design for undercut to be allowed.
Figure 2 – Connector with socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 2)
øe
øb
øm
øn
a
ød
øc
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a M20×1
b 12,03 12,21
a
c – –
b
d 4,13 (nominal)
e 9,45 9,55
f 4,73 5,03
h 6,5 –
i 5
–
j 1,9 2,3
k 6,05 6,20
l 6 –
m 14,9 15,0
n 18,3 18.4
a
Slot design optional. When mating with a pin with Φ2,855 mm to Φ2,945 mm, it shall meet the mechanical and
electrical requirements.
b
This dimension tolerance is determined by the tolerance of characteristic impedance.

3.2 Gauges
3.2.1 Gauge pin for socket centre contact
The gauge pin for socket centre contact is shown in Figure 3 and its dimensions are shown in
Table 3.
R0,2 max.
0,4
50° ± 5°
b
c
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Figure 3 – Gauge pin for socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 3)
øa
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Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pin for socket centre contact
Ref. Gauge A Gauge B
(For sizing purpose) (For retention purpose)
+5
Mass of gauge：150 g
mm mm
Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 2,945 2,950 2,850 2,855
b 2,0 2,2 2,0 2,2
c 3,3 3,5 3,3 3,5
Material: steel, polished.
The test procedure is as follows:
a) Sizing test
The gauge A shall be inserted once only into the socket centre contact. This is a sizing
operation.
b) Retention test
After sizing test, the gauge B shall be inserted into the socket centre contact. The contact
shall retain the mass of the gauge B in a vertical downward position.
3.2.2 Connector with pin centre contact
Not applicable.
3.3 Dimensions – Standard test connectors – Grade 0
3.3.1 Connector with pin centre contact
The interface of connector with pin centre contact is shown in Figure 4, dimensions are shown
in Table 4.
Note 1
k
l
h
ø0,025
ø0,05
50° ± 5°
g
i
Note 2
f
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 "M20×1" indicates metric screw thread with nominal diameter 20 mm and screw-pitch of 1 mm.
a
øb
øm
øe
ød
øc
Figure 4 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 4)
Table 4 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a M20×1
b 11,84 12,02
c 2,898 2,902
d 4,126 4,130
e 9,500 9,510
f 5,040 5,060
g 1,4 1,6
h 0 1,0
i 3,0 4,0
k 6,3 –
l 6,2 –
m 10,8 –
3.3.2 Connector with socket centre contact
The mating face of standard test connector with socket centre contact is shown in Figure 5
and its dimensions are shown in Table 5.
l
j
45° ± 5°
u
ø0,025
ø0,05
Note 3
x
y
i
45°
f Note 2
k
Note 4
Note 1
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 “M20×1” indicates metric screw thread with nominal diameter 20 mm and screw-pitch of 1 mm.
NOTE 3 Six 0,3 mm wide slots 60° ± 50' apart.
NOTE 4 The design for undercut to be allowed.
Figure 5 – Connector with socket in centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 5)
øe
øb
øm
øn
a
ød
øw
øv
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Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a M20×1
b 12,03 12,21
d 4,126 4,130
e 9,500 9,510
f 5,000 5,020
i 5 –
j 1,9 2,3
k 6,05 6,20
l 6 –
m 14,9 15,0
n 18,3 18,4
a
u
a
v
b
w – –
a
x  –
a
y
a
The return loss should be 10 dB better than grade 2 connector.
b
When mating with pin Φ2,898 to Φ2,902 mm, it shall meet the mechanical and electrical requirements.

4 Quality assessment procedures
4.1 General
Subclauses 4.1 to 4.4 provide recommended ratings, performance and test conditions to be
considered when writing a detail specification (DS). They also provide an appropriate
schedule of tests with minimum levels of conformance inspection sampling, together with the
pro forma blank detail specification (BDS) and instructions for the preparation of a detail
specification.
4.2 Ratings and characteristics (see Clause 5 of IEC 61169-1:2013)
The values indicated below are recommended for 4,1-9,5 type RF connectors and are given
for the writer of the detail specification. They are applicable for the condition when the
connectors are fully mated.
Certain tests will usually not be required. When these tests are required, appropriate values
shall be entered in the detail specification at the discretion of the specification writer.
Rating and characteristics are given in Table 6.

Table 6 – Rating and characteristics
Ratings and characteristics Test method Value Remarks, deviation from
IEC 61169-1:2013 standard test method
Subclause
Electrical
Nominal impedance 50 Ω
Or upper frequency limit
Frequency range DC to 14 GHz
of cable
a
Return loss 9.2.1 For interface only

≥26,4 dB (DC to 4 GHz)
≥20,1 dB (4 GHz to
10 GHz)
Straight styles
≥17,7 dB (10 GHz to
14 GHz)
Right angle styles See DS
For flexible cable See DS
Component mounting style See DS

Solder bucket and PCB mounting See DS

style
Insertion loss Na
25 °C VSWR = 1 at
sea level
a
Power rating 9.2.2 500 W at 2 GHz
2 GHz peak power 5 KW
Duty ratio 10 %
b
Centre contact resistance 9.2.3

Initial
<1,0 mΩ
After tests <1,5 mΩ
b
Outer contact continuity 9.2.3

Initial ≤ 1,3 mΩ
After tests ≤ 2,6 mΩ
Insulation resistance 9.2.5
Initial
≥ 5 000 MΩ
After conditioning ≥ 2 000 MΩ
c, d
Proof voltage
Sea level 9.2.6 2 500 Vrms
At 4,4 KPa 450 Vrms
e
Screening effectiveness 9.2.7
Applied torque 10 Nm
0,5 GHz to 1 GHz
>114 dB at 1 GHz
Z = 0,1 mΩ
t
c
Intermodulation level IEC 62037-3 –166 dB Testing power 20 W
Discharge test (Corona effect) at
9.2.8 2 100 V
sea level
Mechanical
Gauge retention force (resilient
9.3.4
contact)
centre contact
≥ 1,5 N
Outer contact
f
Centre contact captivation 9.3.5

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Ratings and characteristics Test method Value Remarks, deviation from
IEC 61169-1:2013 standard test method
Subclause
Only applicable to centre
contact with captivation
structure, after test, the
Axial force ≥ 80 N
dimension of centre
contact comply with
interface dimension
Torque See DS
Engagement and separation axial

force
Engagement  Typical
Separation  Typical
Coupling moment
Coupling nut friction
Shall be achievable by
hand in a normal manner
Coupling torque
10 Nm to 15 Nm
Proof torque
20 Nm
Effectiveness of cable fixing
against
– cable rotation
9.3.7 See DS
– cable pulling
9.3.8 See DS
See DS
– cable bending
9.3.9 See DS
See DS
– cable torsion
9.3.10 See DS
Tensile strength of coupling
9.3.11 500 N
mechanism
Bump 9.3.13 See DS
1 000 m/s²
Vibration 9.3.3 10 g acceleration
(10 Hz to 500 Hz)
500 m/s² ½ sine wave
Shock 9.3.14 50 g acceleration
11 ms
Endurance
Mechanical endurance 9.3.15 500 operations
g
High temperature endurance 9.4.5 1 000 h at 125 °C

Ratings and characteristics Test method Value Remarks, deviation from
IEC 61169-1:2013 standard test method
Subclause
Environmental
Climatic category 40/85/21 A
55/125/21 B
55/155/56 C
Salt mist 9.4.10 48 h spray
100 kPa to 110 kPa
Sealing 9.4.7 1 cm /h max
differential pressure
Water immersion 9.4.9 See DS
a
Characteristics indicated are those that can be applied to basic connector. Intrinsic limitations of the cable
may diminish the performance of the assembly and reference should always be made to the actual values
given in the detail specification.
b
Values for a single pair of connectors.
c
Voltages are RMS values of AC at 40 Hz to 65 Hz, unless otherwise specified.
d
Values are depending also of the cable type.
e
Applicable in fully mated position. Depending of cable type values for a single pair of connectors.
f
Maximum displacement of 0,25 mm in each direction.
g
Upper temperature limit can be restricted by the cable characteristics. Reference should be made to the
relevant cable specification.
4.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements
4.3.1 Acceptance tests
There are no group C tests for levels H and M.
Table 7 describes the acceptance tests to be performed
4.3.2 Periodic tests
Table 8 describes the periodic tests to be performed.

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Table 7 – Acceptance tests
Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC 61169-
1:2013
Test IL AQL Period Test IL AQL Period
–
required required
Subclause
% %
Group A1
Visual inspection
9.1.1 a II 1 a S3 1,5
Group B1
Outline dimension
9.1.2 a S4 0,4 a S3 4,0
Mechanical
9.1.2.2 a II 1 a S3 1,5
compatibility
Engagement and
9.3.6 a S4 0,4 a S3 1,5
separation
Gauge retention
9.3.4 ia II 1 ia S3 1,5
(resilient contacts)
Sealing
non hermetic
9.4.7 ia II 0,65 ia S3 1
hermetic
9.4.8 ia II 0,015 ia S3 0,025
Voltage proof 9.2.6 a II 0,4
a II 4,0
Solderability (d)
9.3.2.2 ia S4 0,4 ia S3 4,0
Insulation
9.2.5 a S4 0,4 a S3 4,0
resistance
For the tables, abbreviations and procedures, see the end of Table 8.

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Table 8 – Periodic tests
IEC 61169-1:2013   Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H
Subclause (lower)
Group D1 (d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Solderability connector
9.3.2.2 ia  ia
assemblies
Resistance to soldering heat 9.3.2.3 ia  ia
Mechanical tests on cable
fixing
Cable rotation (nutation) 9.3.7 na  na
Cable pulling 9.3.8 ia  ia
Cable bending 9.3.9 ia  ia
Cable torsion 9.3.10 ia  ia
Group D2 (d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Contact resistance, outer
conductor and screen
9.2.3 a  a
continuity centre conductor
continuity
Vibration 9.3.3 a
Damp heat, steady state 9.4.3 a  a
Group D3 (d)  1 1 3 years 1* 1 3 years
Dimensions piece-parts and
9.1.2 a  a
materials
6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Group D4 (d)
Mechanical endurance 9.3.15 a  a
High temperature endurance 9.4.5 a  a
Discharge test 9.2.8
Climatic conditioning 9.4 na  na
Group D5 (d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Return loss 9.2.1 a  a
Screening effectiveness 9.2.7 a  a
Water immersion 9.4.9 ia  ia
Group D6 (d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Contact captivation 9.3.5 a  a
Rapid change of
9.4.4 na  na
temperature
Climatic sequence 9.4.2 a  a
Group D7 (d)  1§ 3 years 1§ 3 years
Salt mist 9.4.10 a
a suggested as applicable
ia test suggested (if technically applicable)
na not applicable
IL inspection level
AQL acceptable quality level
* one set of piece-parts each style and variant, unless using common piece parts
# for quality conformance , a total of two failures only permitted for level H and 1 failure only for level M
from groups D1 to D7
§ Group D7 – number of pairs for each solvent
(d) destructive tests – specimens shall not be returned to stock

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4.4 Procedures for the quality conformance
4.4.1 Quality conformance inspection
This shall consist of test group A1 and B1 on a lot-by-lot basis.
4.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance
This still consists of three consecutive lots passing test groups A1 and B1 followed by
selection of specimens from the lots as appropriate. These specimens shall successfully pass
the specified periodic D tests.
5 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications
5.1 General
Detail specifications (DS) writers shall use the appropriate BDS pro-forma. The following
pages comprise the pro-forma BDS dedicated for use with type 50 Ω type 4,1-9,5
connectors. As such, it will already have entered on it information relating to
a) the basic specification number applicable to all the detail specifications covering
connector styles of the type covered by the sectional specification,
b) the connector series designation.
The specification writer should enter the details relating to the connector style/variant(s) to be
covered as indicated. The numbers in brackets on the BDS correspond to the following
indications which shall be given.
5.2 Identification of the component
1) Enter the following details:
– style: the style designation of the connector including type of fixing and sealing if
applicable;
– attachment: by deletion of the inapplicable options of cable/wire: given for centre and
outer conductors;
– special features and markings: as applicable;
– series designation: in bold characters/digits approximately 15 mm high;
– enter details of assessment level and the climatic category.
2) A reproduction of the outline drawing and details of the panel piercing (if applicable). It
shall provide the maximum envelope dimensions, also the position of the reference plane
and, in the case of a fixed connector, the position of the mounting plane(s) relative to the
front face of the connector.
3) Any maximum panel thickness limitations for fixed connectors shall be stated.
4) Particulars of all variants covered by the DS. As appropriate, the information shall include:
– cable types (or sizes) applicable to each variant;
– alternative plated or protective finishes;
– details of alternative mounting flanges having either tapped or plain mounting holes;
– details of alternative solder spills or solder buckets including, when applicable, those
for use with microwave integrated circuit (MIC) components.
5.3 Performances
(9) Performance data listing the most important characteristics of the connectors in
accordance with the requirements of the relevant sectional specification. Deviations from the
minimum requirements shall be clearly indicated. Non-applicable parameters shall be marked
"na".
5.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters
(10) Insert marking and ordering information as appropriate, together with details or related
documents and any invoked structural similarity.
5.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities
(11) "na" shall be used to indicate non-applicable tests. All tests marked "a" by the detail
specification writer shall be mandatory.
When using the normal procedure with a dedicated BDS, the letter "a" − for applicable − shall
be entered in the 'test required' column against each of the tests indicated as being
mandatory in the test schedule of the relevant sectional specification. Any additional tests
required at the discretion of the specification writer shall also be indicated by an "a".
The specification writer shall also indicate, when necessary, details of deviations from the
standard test method and test conditions, including any relevant deviations given in the test
schedule of the sectional specification.
5.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for type 4,1-9,5 connector
The following pages contain the complete BDS pro-forma.
(1) Page 1 of
(2)
ELECTRONIC COMPONENT OF ASSESSED (3)   .
QUALITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH GENERIC
(4)   .
SPECIFICATION IEC 61169-1
NATIONAL REFERENCE
(5) Detail specification for radio frequency coaxial connector of Type
assessed quality
Style    Special features and markings
Method of cable/wire+ attachment centre conductor – solder/crimp+
outer conductor – solder/clamp/crimp +
+ delete as appropriate
(6) Assessment level    Characteristic impedance Climatic category.40/85/21/
50 Ω
(7) Outline and maximum dimensions Panel piercing and mounting details
(8) Variants
Variant No. Description IEC 61196
of variant
.    .    .    .    .    .

.    .    .    .    .    .
Information about manufacturers who have components qualified under the IECQ Conformity Assessment
System is available through the IECQ on-line certificate system.

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(9) Performance (including limiting conditions of use)
Ratings and Variant No. IEC 61169-1:2013 Value Remarks,
characteristics Designation Subclause including any
deviations from
standard test
methods
Electrical
Nominal impedance
50 Ω
Frequency range    9.2.1 0 GHz to 14 GHz Measurement
frequency range
Reflection factor
GHz
GHz
GHz
Centre contact 9.2.3 ≤    mΩ Initial
resistance
After conditioning
≤    mΩ
Centre conductor    9.2.3 Resistance change
≤    mΩ
continuity due to conditioning
≤    mΩ
≤    mΩ
≤    mΩ
Outer contact 9.2.3 Initial
≤    mΩ
continuity
≤    mΩ After conditioning
Insulation resistance 9.2.5 Initial
≥    GΩ
After conditioning
≥    GΩ
+ Proof voltage at 9.2.6    kV 86 kPa to 106 kPa
sea level
kV
kV
kV
9.2.6    kV    kPa (if not
+ Proof voltage at
4,4 kPa 4,4 kPa)
kV
kV
kV
Screening    9.2.7    dB at
Z ≤.   mΩ
t
effectiveness    GHz
Discharge test 9.2.8 ≥    V Extinction voltage
(corona) at sea level
≥    V
≥    V
≥    V
ADDITIONAL
ELECTRICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Intermodulation level    IEC 62037-3    dB at    Under 2 carries of
GHz
+43 dBm
+ Voltage values are RMS values at 50 Hz to 60 Hz, unless otherwise specified.

Ratings and IEC 61169-1:2013 Value Remarks, including
characteristics Subclause any deviations from
standard test
methods
Mechanical
Soldering 9.3.2
– bit size
Gauge retention 9.3.4
resilient contacts
– inner contact     N
See Figure 3 and
Table 3
– outer contact     N
Centre contact 9.3.5
captivation
– axial force     N
mm
– permitted
displacement each
direction
– torque     Nm
Engagement and 9.3.6 Achievable by hand
separation
– axial force
Strength of coupling 9.3.11    N
mechanism
Effectiveness of  Rotations
cable fixing against
– cable rotation    9.3.7
– cable pulling 9.3.8
Point of application
and duration
N    mm    s
N    mm    s
N    mm    s
N    mm    s
– cable bending 9.3.9 Length of cable and
mass
Cycles    mm
Cycles    mm
Cycles    mm
Cycles    mm
– cable torsion 9.3.10 Duration of applied
torque
Nm    s
Nm    s
Nm    s
Nm    s
Bending moment 9.3.12    Nm Relative to reference
plane
Bumps total 9.3.13
m/s (   g
n
to    Hz acceleration)
Vibration 9.3.3    m/s (   g
n
to    Hz acceleration)
Shock 9.3.14    m/s (   g
n
Shape acceleration)
ms
ADDITIONAL
MECHANICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
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Ratings and IEC 61169-1:2013 Value Remarks including
characteristics Subclause any deviations
from standard test
methods
Environmental
Climatic category
Sealing non- 100 kPa to 110 kPa
hermetically sealed 9.4.7    cm /h pressure differential
connectors
Sealing hermetically 100 kPa to 110 kPa
–5 3
9.4.8 10 bar/cm /h
sealed connectors pressure differential
Water immersion 9.4.9
Salt mist 9.4.10    h Duration of spraying
ADDITIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
ENDURANCE
Mechanical 9.3.15    operations
High temperature
h
9.4.5
at   °C
ADDITIONAL
ENDURANCE
CHARACTERISTICS
CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION
Resistance to
solvents and
contaminating fluids
9.4.11
to be used.
Applicable fluids
Sulphur dioxide 9.4.12    days

(10) Supplementary information
– Marking of the component: in accordance with 11.1 of IEC 61169-1:2013 in the following order of
procedure
1) Identity of manufacture
2) Manufacturing date code    year /week
Component identification variant No./designation Identification

‒ Marking and contents of package: in accordance with 11.2 of IEC 61169-1:2013
1) Information prescribed in 11.1 of IEC 61169-1:2013 detailed above
2) Nominal characteristic impedance    Ω
3) Assessment level code letter
4) Any additional marking required

‒ Ordering information:
1) Number of the detail specification/variant code
2) Assessment level code letter
3) Body finish (if more than one listed)
4) Any additional information or special requirements
– Related documents (if not included in IEC 61169-1:2013 or sectional specification):
.
.
‒ Structural similarity in accordance with 10.2.2 of IEC 61169-1:2013

Relevant information on a basic style should be entered as variant 01.

6 Marking
6.1 Marking of component
Each component shall be legibly and durably marked, where space permits and in the
following order of precedence, with:
a) identity code of the manufacturer;
b) manufacturer’s connector identification code or IEC connector designation.

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6.2 Marking and contents of package
The package shall be marked with the information prescribed in 6.1 and, in addition, the
following information shall be given:
a) nominal characteristic impedance;
b) manufacturing date code;
c) any additional marking required by the relevant specification.
When required by the relevant specification, the package shall also include instructions for
assembling the connector(s) and instructions for the use of an
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