IEC 61169-61:2020

IEC 61169-61 ®
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INTERNATIONAL
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Radio-frequency connectors –
Part 61: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with 9,5 mm inner
diameter of outer conductor, quick lock coupling, series Q4.1-9.5

Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques –
Partie 61: Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs coaxiaux pour
fréquences radioélectriques avec diamètre intérieur du conducteur extérieur
de 9,5 mm, verrouillage rapide, série Q4.1-9.5

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IEC 61169-61 ®
Edition 1.0 2020-05
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Radio-frequency connectors –
Part 61: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with 9,5 mm inner

diameter of outer conductor, quick lock coupling, series Q4.1-9.5

Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques –

Partie 61: Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs coaxiaux pour

fréquences radioélectriques avec diamètre intérieur du conducteur extérieur

de 9,5 mm, verrouillage rapide, série Q4.1-9.5

INTERNATIONAL
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COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
INTERNATIONALE
ICS 33.120.30 ISBN 978-2-8322-8238-0

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 4
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms and definitions . 7
4 Mating face and gauge information . 7
4.1 General connectors – Grade 2 . 7
4.1.1 Connector with pin centre contact . 7
4.1.2 Connector with socket centre contact . 8
4.2 Gauges . 10
4.2.1 Gauge pin for socket centre contact. 10
4.2.2 Gauge rings for plug outer contact . 11
4.3 Standard test connectors – Grade 0 . 12
4.3.1 Standard test connector with pin centre contact . 12
4.3.2 Standard test connector with socket centre contact . 14
5 Quality assessment procedure . 15
5.1 General . 15
5.2 Rating and characteristics (see Clause 5 of IEC 61169-1：2013) . 15
5.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements. 18
5.3.1 Acceptance tests (See Table 8) . 18
5.3.2 Periodic tests (See Table 9). 18
5.4 Procedures for qualification approval . 20
5.4.1 Quality conformance inspection . 20
5.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance . 20
5.4.3 Periodic tests . 20
6 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications . 20
6.1 General . 20
6.2 Identification of the component . 21
6.3 Performance . 21
6.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters . 21
6.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities . 21
6.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for Q4.1-9.5 connectors . 21
7 Marking . 26
7.1 Marking of component . 26
7.2 Marking and contents of package . 26
Annex A (informative)  Q4.1-9.5 series quick lock RF coaxial connectors protective
sealing . 27
A.1 General . 27
A.2 The outline of connector . 27
A.2.1 The outline of cable connector . 27
A.2.2 The outline of panel connector(socket) . 28
A.3 Protective sleeves . 29
A.3.1 Protective sleeve of cable connector. 29
A.3.2 Protective sleeve of panel connector . 29
Bibliography . 31

Figure 1 – Connector with pin centre contact . 7

Figure 2 – Connector with socket centre contact . 9
Figure 3 – Gauge pin for socket centre contact . 10
Figure 4 – Gauge ring for plug outer contact . 11
Figure 5 – Standard test connector with pin–centre contact . 13
Figure 6 – Standard test connector with socket centre contact . 14
Figure A.1 – Cable connector(plug) outline . 27
Figure A.2 – Cable connector(socket) outline . 28
Figure A.3 – Panel connector outline . 28
Figure A.4 – Protective sleeve outline . 29
Figure A.5 – Panel style protective sleeve outline . 30

Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact . 8
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact . 10
Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pin for socket centre contact . 11
Table 4 – Dimensions of gauge rings for plug outer contact . 12
Table 5 – Dimensions of standard test connector with pin-centre contact . 13
Table 6 – Dimensions of standard test connector with socket centre contact . 15
Table 7 –Ratings and characteristics . 16
Table 8 – Acceptance tests . 18
Table 9 – Periodic tests . 19
Table A.1 – Cable connector(plug) dimensions . 27
Table A.2 – Cable connector(socket) dimensions . 28
Table A.3 – Panel connector dimensions . 29
Table A.4 – Protective sleeve dimensions . 29
Table A.5 – Panel style protective sleeve dimensions . 30

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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 61: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with 9,5 mm
inner diameter of outer conductor, quick lock coupling, series Q4.1-9.5

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61169-61 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.
The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
46F/492/FDIS 46F/494/RVD
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.
This document has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.

A list of all parts in the IEC 61169 series, published under the general title Radio-frequency
connectors, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this document will remain unchanged until the
stability date indicated on the IEC website under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in the data related to
the specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 61: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with 9,5 mm
inner diameter of outer conductor, quick lock coupling, series Q4.1-9.5

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 coaxial connectors with a 9,5 mm inner
diameter of the outer conductor and quick lock coupling mechanism, characteristic impedance
50 Ω and an operating frequency of up to 8,5 GHz. Series Q4.1-9.5 connectors with socket
centre contact are compatible with threaded 4,1-9,5 series (specified in IEC 60169-11)
connectors with pin centre contact. This type of connectors are starting to be applied in
telecommunication systems due to their special features which are suitable for outdoor harsh
requirements, such as quick and reliable coupling, compatible with threaded connector and
being entirely waterproof.
This document specifies mating face dimensions for general purpose connectors – grade 2,
dimensional details of standard test connectors – grade 0, gauge information and test
requirements, product ratings and characteristics, tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable
to all detail specifications relating to Q4.1-9.5 series RF coaxial connectors.
Annex A specifies the outline dimensions of connectors and protective sleeves, which could
bring interchangeability between pairs of connectors and protective sleeves from different
manufacturers.
This document indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered
when writing a detail specification and covers test schedules and inspection requirements for
assessment levels M and H.
NOTE Metric dimensions are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference
purposes only.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their
content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition
cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including
any amendments) applies.
IEC 60529, Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
IEC 61169-1:2013, Radio-frequency connectors – Part 1: Generic specification – General
requirements and measuring methods
IEC 62037-3:2012, Passive RF and microwave devices, intermodulation level measurement –
Part 3: Measurement of passive intermodulation in coaxial connectors

3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following
addresses:
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4 Mating face and gauge information
4.1 General connectors – Grade 2
4.1.1 Connector with pin centre contact
The mating face of a connector with pin centre contact is shown as Figure 1 and its
dimensions are shown as Table 1.

a
Mechanical and electrical plane.
Figure 1 – Connector with pin centre contact

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Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact
mm
Ref.
Min. Max.
a 22,32 22,52
b 19,78 19,90
a
c — —
d 9,45 9,55
e 13,70 13,75
f 16,80 16,90
b
g 1,99 2,01
c
h — —
i 1,20 1,40
j 0,57 0,97
k 1,20 1,42
l 6,15 6,25
m 8,49 8,59
n 13,58 14,08
d
p 4,13 (nominal)
q 2,855 2,945
s 4,00 5,00
t 2,50 3,00
w 0,20 0,50
a
Resilient electrical contact, slot design meet 4.3.3 requirements.
b
Stainless steel or ceramic beads, not less than 5pcs, radially and uniformly
distributed.
c
Sealing ring design optional and should meet sealing performance.
d
The tolerance on this dimension is determined by the tolerance of characteristic
impedance.
4.1.2 Connector with socket centre contact
The mating face of a connector with socket centre contact is shown as Figure 2 and its
dimensions are shown as Table 2.

a
Mechanical and electrical plane.
b
Ring identification tank and painted with red mark.
Figure 2 – Connector with socket centre contact

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Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact
mm
Ref.
Min. Max.
a 19,69 19,74
b 18,09 18,15
c 9,45 9,55
d 12,03 12,13
e 13,80 13,85
f 18,28 18,32
g 14,40 —
h 8,49 8,59
i 1,17 1,47
j 1,60 1,90
k 4,65 4,75
l 6,15 6,25
m 6,70 —
n 2,18 2,24
a
p — —
b
q 4,13 (nominal)
s 5,00 —
t 16,50 16,70
u 0,40 0,50
v 0,45 0,65
w 1,60 1,80
a
The resilient electrical contact, slot design optional, should meet 4.2.1
requirements.
b
The tolerance on this dimension is determined by the tolerance of characteristic
impedance.
4.2 Gauges
4.2.1 Gauge pin for socket centre contact
4.2.1.1 General
The gauge pin for socket centre contact is shown as Figure 3 and its dimensions are shown
as Table 3.
Figure 3 – Gauge pin for socket centre contact

Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pin for socket centre contact
Gauge A Gauge B Gauge C
(For sizing purpose) (For insertion purpose) (For retention purpose)
Ref.
+5
Mass of gauge：150 0 g
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 2,945 2,950 2,940 2,945 2,850 2,855
b 2,0 2,2 2,0 2,2 2,0 2,2
c 3,3 3,5 3,3 3,5 3,3 3,5
Material: steel, polished.
4.2.1.2 Test procedure
Test procedure is as follows.
a) Sizing test
The gauge A should be inserted in the socket centre contact three times, this is a sizing
operation.
b) Insertion test
Following the sizing operation, if specified in the detail specification, the force necessary
to insert Gauge B fully into the socket centre contact shall be measured. When this test is
required, the insertion force shall not exceed 15 N.
c) Retention test
After sizing or insertion test, the gauge C shall be inserted into the socket centre contact.
The contact shall retain the mass of the gauge C in a vertical downward position. When
this test is required, the retention force shall be not less than 1,5 N.
4.2.2 Gauge rings for plug outer contact
4.2.2.1 General
The gauge rings for plug outer contact is shown as Figure 4 and its dimensions are shown as
Table 4.
Figure 4 – Gauge ring for plug outer contact

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Table 4 – Dimensions of gauge rings for plug outer contact
Gauge A Gauge B Gauge C
(For sizing purpose) (For insertion purpose) (For retention purpose)
Ref. +5
Mass of gauge: 400 g
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 12,13 12,135 12,125 12,13 12,03 12,035
b 4,65 4,75 4,65 4,75 4,65 4,75
c 6,65 — 6,65 — 6,65 —
d 12,69 12,80 12,69 12,80 12,69 12,80
e 15,00 — 15,00 — 15,00 —
Material steel, polished.
4.2.2.2 Test procedure
Test procedure is as follows.
a) Sizing test
The gauge A should be inserted in the outer contact three times, this is a sizing operation.
b) Insertion test
Following the sizing operation, if specified in the detail specification, the force necessary
to insert Gauge B fully into the outer contact shall be measured. When this test is required,
the insertion force shall not exceed 35 N.
c) Retention test
After sizing or insertion test, the gauge C shall be inserted into the outer contact. The
contact shall retain the mass of the gauge C in a vertical downward position. When this
test is required, the retention force shall be not less than 4 N.
4.3 Standard test connectors – Grade 0
4.3.1 Standard test connector with pin centre contact
The mating face of a standard test connector with pin centre contact is shown as Figure 5 and
its dimensions are shown as Table 5.

a
Mechanical and electrical plane.
Figure 5 – Standard test connector with pin–centre contact
Table 5 – Dimensions of standard test connector with pin-centre contact
mm
Ref.
Min. Max.
a 22,32 22,52
b 19,78 19,90
a
c — —
d 9,500 9,510
e 13,70 13,75
b
g 1,99 2,01
i 1,20 1,40
j 0,57 0,97
k 1,20 1,42
l 6,15 6,25
m 8,49 8,59
n 13,58 14,08
p 4,126 4,130
q 2,898 2,902
s 4,00 5,00
t 2,50 3,00
w 0,20 0,50
a
Resilient electrical contact, slot design optional and meet 4.2.2 requirements.
b
Stainless steel or ceramic beads, not less than 5pcs, radially and uniformly
distributed.
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4.3.2 Standard test connector with socket centre contact
The mating face of a standard test connector with socket centre contact is shown as Figure 6
and its dimensions are shown as Table 6.

a
Mechanical and electrical plane
b
Ring identification tank and painted with red mark
Figure 6 – Standard test connector with socket centre contact

Table 6 – Dimensions of standard test connector with socket centre contact
mm
Ref.
Min. Max.
a
19,69 19,74
b 18,09 18,15
c 9,500 9,510
d 12,03 12,13
e 13,80 13,85
f 18,28 18,32
g 14,40 —
h
8,49 8,59
i 1,17 1,47
j 1,60 1,90
k
4,65 4,75
l 6,15 6,25
m 6,70 —
n 2,18 2,24
a
p — —
q 4,126 4,130
s 5,00 —
t
16,50 16,70
u 0,40 0,50
v 0,45 0,65
w 1,60 1,80
a
The resilient electrical contact, slot design optional, should meet 4.2.1
requirements.
5 Quality assessment procedure
5.1 General
Subclauses 5.2 to 5.4 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.
5.2 Rating and characteristics (see Clause 5 of IEC 61169-1：2013)
The values indicated below are recommended for Q4.1-9.5 series RF coaxial 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 distance of the specification writer.
Rating and characteristics are given in Table 7.

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Table 7 –Ratings and characteristics
Remarks,
IEC 61169-1: 2013 deviations from
Rating and characteristics Values
Subclause standard test
method
Electrical
Nominal impedance 50 Ω
a
Frequency range DC～8,5GHz
a
Return loss 9.2.1
Grade 2 connectors
– straight styles
≥25 dB (DC～4GHz)
≥21 dB (4~8,5GHz)
– right-angle styles See DS
– component mounting styles See DS
– solder bucket and PCB mounting
See DS
style
Power rating 9.2.2 500 W at 2 GHz
Contact resistance, outer conductor 9.2.3
and centre conductor
continuity(mated cabled connectors)
b
Center contact resistance
– initial ≤1,0 mΩ
– after conditioning ≤1,5 mΩ
b
Outer conductor continuity
– initial ≤1,3 mΩ
– after conditioning ≤2,6 mΩ
b
Insulation resistance 9.2.5
– initial ≥5 000 MΩ
– after conditioning ≥200 MΩ
c d
Proof voltage 9.2.6
– at sea level 2 500 Vrms
– at 4,4kPa 450 Vrms
e
Screening effectiveness IEC 61726 Better than 80 dB, 1 ~ 4 GHz
Better than 70 dB,
4 ~ 8,5 GHz
f
Intermodulation level IEC 62037-3 Better than 163 dBc Test power 2 x 20 W
Discharge test(corona effect) 9.2.8 ≥2100 V Extinction voltage
Mechanical
Vibration 9.3.3 10g acceleration
100 m/s , (10～500) Hz n
Insertion force(resilient contacts) 9.3.4
Gauge insertion force 9.3.4.1
– centre contact ≤15 N
– outer contact ≤35 N
Gauge retention force 9.3.4.2
– centre contact ≥1,5 N
– outer contact ≥4 N
Centre contact captivation 9.3.5
– axial force ≥32 N axial displacement
– torque See DS ≤ 0,25 mm
Engagement and separation force 9.3.6
– engagement ≤80 N
– separation ≥20 N
Remarks,
IEC 61169-1: 2013 deviations from
Rating and characteristics Values
Subclause standard test
method
Effectiveness on rolling resistance of 9.3.7 See DS
cable fixing
Effectiveness on stretch resistance of 9.3.8
See DS
cable fixing
Effectiveness on bend resistance of 9.3.9
See DS
cable fixing
Effectiveness on torsion resistance 9.3.10
See DS
of cable fixing
Strength of coupling mechanism 9.3.11 ≥450 N
Bending moment (and shearing force) 9.3.12 na
Bump 9.3.13 See DS
Shock 9.3.14 500 m/s , 1/2 sine, 6 ms 50g acceleration
n
Mechanical Endurance 9.3.15 ≥200 operations
Environmental
Climate category test 9.4.1 40/85/21
Climate category 9.4.2 See DS
Steady state damp heat 9.4.3 See DS
Temperature change 9.4.4 -40 °C ～ 85 °C
e
High temperature endurance 9.4.5 85 °C, 250 h
e
Low temperature endurance 9.4.6 See DS
e
Sealing non-hermetic 9.4.7 See DS
Hermetic 9.4.8
na
e
Water immersion IEC 60529
IPX8
e
Salt mist 9.4.10
≥48 H
Solvent resistant and contaminated 9.4.11
See DS
e
fluid
Na: not applicable
a
These values apply to basic connectors. In practice, these may be influenced by the cable used and reference
should always be made to the actual values given in the detail specification.
b
Values for a single pair of connectors
c
Voltage are r.m.s values of AC at 40 Hz to 65 Hz, unless otherwise specified.
d
Some cables usable with these connectors have ratings lower than the values given here.
e
When interfaces are fully mated.
f
For certain connectors, the upper temperature limit is restricted by the cable characteristics. Reference should
be made to the relevant cable specification.
g
The test item of this type of connectors is not recommended.

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5.3 est schedule and inspection requirements
5.3.1 Acceptance tests (See Table 8)
Table 8 – Acceptance tests
Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC61169-
1:2013
Test IL AQL Period Test IL AQL Period
required required
Subclause
% %
Group A1
Visual
9.1.1 a II 1 a S3 1,5
examination
Group B2
Outline 9.1.2 a S4 0,4 a S3 4,0
dimensions
Mechanical 9.1.2.2 a II 1 a S3 1,5
compatibility
Engagement 9.3.6 a S4 0,4 a S3 1,5
and separation
forces and
torques
Insertion force 9.3.4 ia II 1 ia S3 1,5
Lot Lot
(resilient
by by
contacts)
lot lot
Centre contact 9.3.5 ia II 1 ia S3 1,5
captivation
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
Water 9.4.9 ia Ll 0,015 ia S3 0,025
immersion test
Voltage Proof 9.2.6 a II 0,4 a II 4
Solderability (d) 9.3.2.2 ia S4 0,4 ia S3 4
Insulation 9.2.5 a S4 0,4 a S3 4
resistance
a suggested as applicable
ia test suggested (if technically applicable)
na not applicable
IL inspection level
AQL acceptable quality level
(d) destructive tests – specimens shall not be returned to stock

5.3.2 Periodic tests (See Table 9)
There are no group C tests for levels H and M.

Table 9 – Periodic tests
Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC61169-
Test Number of Permitted Period Test Number of Permitted Period
1:2013
required specimens failures required specimens failures
Subclause per per
group1# group1#
Group D1(d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Solderability 9.3.2.2 ia  ia
Resistance to 9.3.2.3 ia ia
soldering
heat
Mechanical
tests on
cable fixing
cable rotation 9.3.7 na na
(nutation)
cable pulling 9.3.8 ia ia
cable 9.3.9 ia ia
bending
cable torsion 9.3.10 ia ia
Group D2(d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Contact 9.2.3 a  a
resistance,
outer
conductor
and centre
conductor
continuity
Vibration 9.3.3 a ia
Damp heat, 9.4.3 a a
steady state
* *
Group D3  1 1 3 years 1 1 3 years
Dimensions 9.1.2 a  a
piece-parts
and materials
Group D4(d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Mechanical 9.3.15 a  a
endurance
High
9.4.5 a a
temperature
endurance
Discharge 9.2.8
test
Climatic 9.4 na na
conditioning
Group D5(d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Return loss 9.2.1 a  a
Screening 9.2.7 ia ia
effectiveness
Water IEC 60529 ia ia
immersion
test
Group D6(d)  6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
Centre 9.3.5 a  a
contact
captivation
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Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC61169-
Test Number of Permitted Period Test Number of Permitted Period
1:2013
required specimens failures required specimens failures
Subclause per per
group1# group1#
change of 9.4.4 na na
temperature
Climatic 9.4.2 a a
sequence
Group D7(d)  1§ 3 years 1§ 3 years
Salt mist 9.4.10 a  a
a suggested as applicable
ia test suggested (if technically applicable)
na not applicable
(d) destructive tests – specimens shall not be returned to stock
*  one set of piece-parts each style and variant, unless using common piece parts
# for Qualification Approval (QA), 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

5.4 Procedures for qualification approval
5.4.1 Quality conformance inspection
This shall consist of test group A1 and B1 on a lot-by-lot basis and test group D1 to D7 on a
periodic basis.
5.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance
This shall consist 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.
5.4.3 Periodic tests
There are no group C tests for levels H and M. Table 13 lists the periodic tests to be
performed.
6 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications
6.1 General
Detail specification (DS) writers shall use the appropriate blank detail specification (BDS).
The following pages comprise the BDS dedicated for use with Type Q4.1-9.5 connectors. As
such, it will have already entered on it information relation to:
a) the basic specification number applicable to all the detail specifications covering
connector styles of the series covered by the sectional specification;
b) the connector series designation.
The specification writer should enter the details relating to the connector style to be covered
as indicated. The numbers in brackets in the BDS correspond to the following indications
which shall be given.
6.2 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 15mm high.
(2) Enter details of assessment level and the climatic category.
(3) 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 both relative to
the front face of the connector.
(4) Any maximum panel thickness limitations for fixed connectors shall be stated.
(5) 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.
6.3 Performance
(6) Performance data listing the most important characteristics of the connector 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”.
6.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters
(7) Insert marking and ordering information as appropriate, together with details of related
documents and any invoked structural similarity.
6.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities
(8) “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 test
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 methods and conditions including any relevant deviations given in the test
schedule of the sectional specification.
The qualification approval and conformance inspection shall be such that the NSI shall be
satisfied that they are appropriate and in line with those for other connectors within the
system providing a reasonably comparable service.
6.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for Q4.1-9.5 connectors
The following pages contain the complete BDS.

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(1) Page 1 of
(2)
ELECTRONIC COMPONENT OF ASSESSED QUALITY IN ISSUE
ACCORDANCE WITH:
(3)
GENERIC SPECIFICATION: IEC 61169-1:2013

(4)
Type
⑸ Detail specification for radio frequency coaxial
connector of assessed quality
Q4.1-9.5
Style Special features and markings
Method of cable/wire+ attachment Centre conductor – solder/crimp+
Outer conductor – solder/clamp/crimp+
+Delete as appropriate
Characteristic impedance
(6)Assessment level Climatic category …/…/…
Ω
(7)Outline and maximum dimensions Panel piercing and mounting details
(8) Variants
Variant No. Description of 61196 IEC
variant
Information about manufacturers who have components qualified under the IECQ Conformity Assessment
System is available through the IECQ on-line certificate system.

(9) Performance (including limiting conditions of use)

IEC 61169- Remarks including any
Ratings and Variant No.
1:2013 Value deviations from
characteristics Designation
Subclause standard test methods
Electrical
Nominal impedance  50 Ω
Frequency range 9.2.1 GHz Measurement frequency
range
Reflection factor GHz
GHz
GHz
Centre contact resistance 9.2.3 ≤ mΩ Initial
≤ mΩ After conditioning
Centre conductor 9.2.3 ≤ mΩ Resistance change due
continuity to conditioning
≤ mΩ
≤ mΩ
Outer contact continuity 9.2.3 ≤ mΩ Initial
≤ mΩ After conditioning
Insulation resistance 9.2.5 ≥ GΩ Initial
≥ GΩ After conditioning
+ Proof voltage at sea 9.2.6 kV 86 kPa to106 kPa
level
kV
kV
+ Proof voltage at 4,4 kPa 9.2.6 kV kPa (if not 4,4 kPa)
kV
kV
Screening effectiveness 9.2.7 dB at Z ≤ mΩ

t
GHz
Discharge test (corona) at 9.2.8 ≥ V Extinction voltage
sea level
≥ V
≥ V
≥ V
ADDITIONAL
ELECTRICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Intermodulation level IEC 62037 dBc at GHz Under 2 carries of
(PIM) +43 dBm
dBc at GHz
dBc at GHz
+ Voltage values are RMS values at 40 Hz to 65 Hz, unless otherwise specified.

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IEC 61169- Remarks including any
Ratings and Variant No.
1:2013 Value deviations from
characteristics Designation
Subclause standard test methods
Mechanical
Soldering 9.3.2
Gauge retention resilient 9.3.4
contacts
– inner contact  N
– outer contact  N
Centre contact captivation 9.3.5
– axial force  N
– permitted displacement  mm
in each direction
– torque  Nm
Engagement and 9.3.6 Achievable by hand
separation forces and
torques
– axial force and torques
push-pull coupling
– engagement ≤ N
– separation ≥ N
Effectiveness of cable
fixing against
– cable rotation 9.3.7 Rotations
– cable pulling 9.3.8 Point of application and
duration
N mm s
N mm s
N mm s
– cable bendin
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