IEC/TC 46 - IEC_TC_46

IEC 61169-69:2024, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RF coaxial connectors with push-on coupling, typically for use in 50 Ω RF cables or micro-strips in microwave, telecommunication, wireless systems, and other fields (SMP3). It specifies 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 SMP3 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 SMP3 push-on coupling structure series RF coaxial connectors with the characteristic of normative impedance 50 Ω are used with various kinds of RF cables or micro-strips in microwave, telecommunication, wireless systems, and other fields. The operating frequency limit is up to 65 GHz. NOTE Imperial dimensions are the original dimensions since this is a very miniature RF connector. There is a concern that conversion to the metric system could lead to rounding errors which can lead to performance degradation from the original imperial design. The SMPM connector was released as an imperial design for this reason. All undimensioned pictorial information is for reference only.

IEC 61169-70:2024, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) of HD-BNC series RF coaxial connectors together with the pro forma blank detail specification. HD-BNC series connectors with characteristic impedance of 75 Ω are used with RF cables or micro-strips in microwave, telecommunication, wireless and other fields. The operating frequency limit is up to 18 GHz. It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general purpose connectors, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to series HD-BNC RF connectors. This specification indicates the 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.

IEC 61169-10:2024, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series SMB RF coaxial connectors with snap-on coupling with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω. This document prescribes mating face dimensions for high performance 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 SMB RF connectors. This document 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 series SMB connectors are used to connect with all kinds of RF cables and microstrips in microwave transmission systems. The operating frequency is up to 4 GHz.

IEC 63138-2:2023 is available as IEC 63138-2:2023 RLV which contains the International Standard and its Redline version, showing all changes of the technical content compared to the previous edition.IEC 63138-2:2023, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for MQ4 series circular connectors with four RF channels, as well as a detailed specification of the blank format. An MQ4 series circular connector with 50 Ω nominal impedance has four RF channels which can be engaged and disengaged at the same time. There are two versions of plug connectors, one is a quick-lock version, and the other is a threaded version. The socket connector provides two coupling mechanisms, a quick-lock and a threaded coupling. MQ4 series circular connectors can be used in mobile communication systems and in other communication equipment. This document also specifies the mating face dimensions and gauging information of MQ4 series circular connectors, and tests selected from IEC 63138-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to MQ4 series circular connectors.

IEC 62037-8:2022 defines a radiated passive intermodulation (PIM) test to determine PIM levels generated by a device or object when it is exposed to RF radiation. This test can be conducted on any material or object and is not limited to devices designed to propagate RF signals. This test can be conducted as either a near field or far field test as defined by the test specification in an outdoor test site or in an anechoic test chamber.

IEC 62037-7:2022 defines test methods for reverse measurement of passive intermodulation (PIM) in systems of RF components deployed in the field. Field PIM measurements can be conducted on RF systems terminated into low PIM loads or on antenna feed systems that broadcast the test signals into the environment.

IEC 61169-4:2008(E) provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for type 7-16 R.F. coaxial connectors with screw lock. It describes the interface dimensions for general purpose grade 2 connectors, dimensional details for standard test connectors, grade 0, together with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from QC 22000 (IEC 61169-1), applicable to all DS relating to type 7-16 connectors.

IEC 63138-1:2019 which is a generic specification, specifies general requirements for multi-channel radio-frequency connectors, including terms and definitions, design and construction, ratings and characteristics, climatic categories, IEC type designation, requirements and test procedures, quality assessment, marking, etc. It provides the basis for establishing the sectional specifications for various multi­channel radio­frequency connector types. This document applies to multi-channel radio-frequency connectors (called "connectors", hereinafter) for use in communications, electronics and other equipment.

IEC 61169-64:2019, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for IEC 61169 (all parts) coaxial connectors with 0,8 mm coupling. The connectors are used with cables with characteristic impedance 50 Ω in an operating frequency range up to 145 GHz. The connectors are widely used in communications and measurements. It describes the interface dimensions for general purpose connectors with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relative to type 0,8 connectors. This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers all tests schedules and inspection requirements.

IEC 61169-1-2:2019 provides test methods for the insertion loss of radio-frequency (RF) connectors. This document is applicable to cable RF connectors, microstrip RF connectors and RF connector adapters. It is also applicable to RF channels in multi-RF channel connectors and hybrid connectors which contain any combination of coaxial contact, optical fibres contact, and current-carrying electrical contact element.

IEC 63137-1:2019 defines general requirements for standard test radio frequency (RF) connectors (grade 0), including terms and definitions, ratings and characteristics, general requirements, test methods, quality assessment procedures, and etc. Standard test radio frequency (RF) connectors (grade 0) are intended to measure grade 1 and grade 2 RF connectors for electrical performances. Typically, a standard test radio frequency (RF) connector (grade 0) is an adapter with one end (normally a precision connector interface) which can be connected with measurement equipment and the other end (normally a standard test connector interface) which can be connected with grade 1 or grade 2 connectors. This specification applies to grade 0 standard test connectors (called connector, hereinafter). The corrigendum of January 2020 applies to the French language only.

This standard describes the measurement of screening attenuation by the reverberation chamber measurement method, also called mode stirred chamber method. This standard is applicable to screening attenuation measurements of cable assemblies, cables, connectors, and passive microwave components, such as waveguides, phase shifters, diplexers/multiplexers, power dividers/combiners and etc. Modern electronic equipments have shown a demand for methods for testing screening attenuation performance of microwave components over their whole frequency range. Convenient measurement methods have existed for lower frequencies and components of regular shape. These measurement methods are described in IEC 62153 series standards. For much higher frequencies and for components of irregular shape, the reverberation chamber method should be used. Theoretically, the reverberation chamber method has no upper limit of the measurement frequency, but it is limited by the quality and sensitivity of the measurement system, and the lower limit of the measurement frequency is restricted by the size of the reverberation chamber.

IEC 61169-24:2019 is available as IEC 61169-24:2019 RLV which contains the International Standard and its Redline version, showing all changes of the technical content compared to the previous edition.IEC 61169-24:2019, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RF coaxial connectors with screw coupling, typically for use in 75 W cable networks (type F). It describes the interface dimensions with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all DS relating to type F connectors. This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers test schedules and inspection requirements. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2009. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: all drawings have been reworked and improved to allow frequency extension up to 3 GHz.

This part of IEC 60153 specifies straight hollow metallic tubing of circular cross section for use as waveguides in electronic equipment. The aim of this recommendation is to specify the hollow metallic waveguides: a) the details necessary to ensure compatibility and, as far as essential, interchangeability; b) test methods; c) uniform requirements for the electrical and mechanical properties. It should be noted that no recommendations are made for the materials to be used for waveguides. The choice of material is to be agreed upon by customer and manufacturer. This document should be read in conjunction with IEC 60153-1, which gives general requirements and test methods.

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 connector, typically for use in 50 Ω radio communication systems, type NEX10®. This document describes mating face dimensions for general purpose connectors - grade 2, dimensional details of standard test connectors-grade 1, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to type NEX10® RF coaxial 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 type NEX10® RF coaxial connectors are used with all kinds of RF cables and microstrip circuits in radio frequency transmission systems with operating frequencies up to 20 GHz. NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.

IEC 63138-3:2022, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for MQ5 series circular connectors with five RF channels, as well as a detailed specification of the blank format. This document also specifies the mating face dimensions and gauging information of MQ5 series circular connectors, and tests selected from IEC 63138-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to MQ5 series circular connectors.

This document provides the requirements for WB series glass beads with 50 Ω impedance for RF connectors, including, among other, the structure dimensions, IEC type designation, rating and characteristics, and quality assessment. These glass beads are used for the adaption of coaxial systems to microstrip circuits used extensively in microwave communication systems such as TR modules, power modules, integrated circuits where hermetic seal is required. They can serve as a part of an RF coaxial connector, multi-channel RF connector or hybrid connector, or can be applied directly in various communication module systems as an independent product. They provide a 50 Ω normative impedance with an operating frequency limit up to 65 GHz.

IEC 61169-17:2022, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series TNC RF coaxial connectors with threaded coupling with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω. This document prescribes mating face dimensions for high performance 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 TNC RF connectors. This document 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.

This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for preparation of detail specification for type SC threaded RF coaxial connectors with 50 Ω characteristic impedance. The connectors are used with flexible and semi-rigid cables. And they are recommended to be utilized in medium power and low reflection applications up to 11 GHz. The dielectric filled interface is especially beneficial in applications involving severe environmental exposure. It prescribes mating face dimensions, dimensional details, gauging information for general connectors - grade 2 and standard test connectors - grade 0 as well as test schedules and inspection requirements selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to type SC RF connectors. Type SC interface specified in this specification is equivalent to type SC-B interface in IEC 60169-21: 1985. 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. NOTE: For this part, original dimensions are in inches. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.

IEC 61169-1-6:2022 provides test methods for RF power rating and power handling of RF connectors at specified frequency, temperature and altitude. This document is applicable to cabled RF connectors, microstrip RF connectors and RF connector adapters. It is also suitable to test RF channels in multi-channel RF connectors and hybrid connectors.

This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series TRL threaded triaxial connectors. Series TRL threaded triaxial connectors with high reliability, small size, good salt characteristics can be connected with symmetrically twisted pair cables or triaxial cables. It has been used in 1553B data bus systems or other communication systems for digital signal transmission. It prescribes mating face dimensions for series TRL threaded triaxial connectors, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to series TRL threaded triaxial 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. Note: Metric dimensions are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.

This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series TRK bayonet coupling triaxial connectors. The series TRK bayonet coupling triaxial connectors having the advantages of quick connection and separation, high reliability, small size, good salt characteristics, four polarizations to prevent error-mate etc., can be connected to symmetrically twisted pair cables or triaxial cables. They have been widely used in 1553B data bus systems or other communication systems for digital signal transmission. It specifies mating face dimensions for series TRK bayonet coupling triaxial connectors, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to series TRK triaxial connectors. This document 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. NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.

IEC 61169-1-5:2022 provides test methods for the rise time degradation of radio frequency (RF) connector. This document is applicable to triaxial and other radio frequency connectors.

This part of IEC 62037 defines the test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by antennas, typically used in wireless communication systems. The purpose is to define qualification and acceptance test methods for antennas for use in low intermodulation (low IM) applications.

This part of IEC 62037 deals with the general requirements and measuring methods for intermodulation (IM) level measurement of passive RF and microwave components, which can be caused by the presence of two or more transmitting signals. The test procedures given in this document give the general requirements and measurement methods required to characterize the level of unwanted IM signals using two transmitting signals. The IEC 62037 series addresses the measurement of PIM, but does not cover the long-term reliability of a product with reference to its performance.

This part of IEC 62037 defines a procedure to measure levels of passive intermodulation generated by a coaxial cable assembly. This test method is applicable to jumper cables, i.e. cable assemblies intended to provide interface flexibility between rigid devices. It is also used to evaluate cable assemblies that are subjected to motion in operation.

This part of IEC 62037 defines test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by filters, typically used in wireless communication systems. The purpose is to define qualification and acceptance test methods for filters for use in low intermodulation (low IM) applications.

This part of IEC 62037 defines the impact test on coaxial connectors to evaluate their robustness against weak connections and particles inside the connector, as independently as possible from the effects of cable PIM (passive intermodulation). For other connectors (e.g. panel mounted connectors), the cable can be replaced by an adequate transmission-line (e.g. airline, stripline). In order to evaluate the effects of mechanical stresses on the connectors, a series of impacts is applied to the connectors while measuring the PIM.

IEC 61169-54:2021 is available as IEC 61169-54:2021 RLV which contains the International Standard and its Redline version, showing all changes of the technical content compared to the previous edition.IEC 61169-54:2021 provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for coaxial connectors with 10 mm inner diameter of outer conductor, characteristic impedance 50 Ω, series 4,3-10 with screw type, hand screw type or quick-lock type coupling, for an upper operating frequency limit of 6 GHz, for use in wireless telecommunication and wireless network applications in conjunction with appropriate transmission line types for these applications. This specification indicates the 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. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2016. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: - Table 8: some values changed.

This part of IEC 62153 specifies a method to extrapolate the test results of transfer impedance to higher frequencies and the test results of screening attenuation to lower frequencies when measured with the triaxial set-up in accordance with IEC 62153-4-3, IEC 62153‑4‑4 [1]1 and IEC 62153-4-15. This method is applicable for homogenous screens, i.e. screens having a transfer impedance directly proportional to length. The transfer impedance can have any frequency behaviour, i.e. it could have a behaviour where it does not increase with 20 dB per decade as observed for screens made of a foil and a braid.

The absorbing clamp method is suitable to determine the screening- or the coupling attenuation of metallic communication cables in the frequency range of 30 MHz to 2400 MHz, depending on the performance of the clamp. It is an alternative method to the the triaxial method of IEC 62153-4-4 or IEC 62153-4-9. Due to the undefined outer circuit of this absorbing clamp method, the test results obtained at different places and laboratories could vary by at least ± 6dB.

IEC 62153-4-15:2021 is available as IEC 62153-4-15:2021 RLV which contains the International Standard and its Redline version, showing all changes of the technical content compared to the previous edition.IEC 62153-4-15:2021 specifies the procedures for measuring with triaxial cell the transfer impedance, screening attenuation or the coupling attenuation of connectors, cable assemblies and components, for example accessories for analogue and digital transmission systems, and equipment for communication networks and cabling. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2015.This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) measurement of coupling attenuation of balanced connectors, assemblies and components with balun and balunless added; b) application of a test adapter was added; c) application of a moveable shorting plane; d) application of the triaxial "absorber" cell; e) correction of test results in the case that the receiver input impedance R is higher than the characteristic impedance of the outer circuit Z2.

This part of IEC 62153 deals with the triaxial tube in tube method. This triaxial method is suitable to determine the surface transfer impedance and/or screening attenuation and coupling attenuation of mated screened connectors (including the connection between cable and connector) and cable assemblies. This method could also be extended to determine the transfer impedance, coupling or screening attenuation of balanced or multipin connectors and multicore cable assemblies. For the measurement of transfer impedance and screening- or coupling attenuation, only one test set-up is needed.

IEC 63249-1:2021 defines general requirements and test methods for waveguide to coaxial adapters. It includes terms and definitions, design and construction, ratings and characteristics, climatic categories, IEC type designation, requirements and test methods, quality assessment, marking, etc. It provides the basis for establishing the sectional specifications for various waveguide to coaxial adapters.

IEC 61169-60:2021 provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RF coaxial connectors with push-on coupling, typically for use in 50 Ω RF cables or micro-strips in microwave, telecommunication, wireless systems and other fields (SMPM). It specifies 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 SMPM 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.

This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series 2,2-5 RF coaxial connectors with quick-lock- or screw coupling, characteristic impedance 50 Ω, for operating frequencies up to 6 GHz. Typical use is in wireless telecommunication systems. It describes mating face dimensions for general purpose connectors - grade 2, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to series 2,2-5 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. NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.

IEC 61169-15:2021 provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RF coaxial connectors with inner diameter of outer conductor 4,13 mm (0,163 in) with threaded coupling with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω (type SMA). This document specifies mating face dimensions for high performance connectors – grade 1, 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 SMA RF connectors. This document 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.

IEC 61169-65:2021 provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series 1,35 mm RF coaxial connectors with screw coupling, characteristic impedance 50 Ω, for operating frequencies up to 90 GHz. Typical use in test and measurement applications. It describes mating face dimensions for general purpose connectors – grade 1, 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 1,35 mm 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.

IEC 63138-2:2020, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for MQ4 series circular connectors with four RF channels, as well as a detailed specification of the blank format. An MQ4 series circular connector with 50 Ω nominal impedance has four RF channels which can be engaged and disengaged at the same time. There are two versions of plug connectors, one is a quick-lock version, and the other is a threaded version. The socket connector provides two coupling mechanisms, a quick-lock and a threaded coupling. This document also specifies the mating face dimensions and gauging information of MQ4 series circular connectors, and tests selected from IEC 63138-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to MQ4 series circular connectors.

IEC 63185:2020 relates to a measurement method for complex permittivity of a dielectric substrates at microwave and millimeter-wave frequencies. This method has been developed to evaluate the dielectric properties of low-loss materials used in microwave and millimeter-wave circuits and devices. It uses higher-order modes of a balanced-type circular disk resonator and provides broadband measurements of dielectric substrates by using one resonator, where the effect of excitation holes is taken into account accurately on the basis of the mode-matching analysis.

IEC 61169-1-4:2020 provides test methods for the voltage standing wave ratio, return loss and reflection coefficient of RF connectors, including frequency domain method, time domain method, and gating. This document is applicable to cable RF connectors, microstrip RF connectors and RF adapters. It is also suitable to RF channels in multi-RF channel connectors and hybrid connectors.

IEC 60153-4:2017 specifies straight hollow metallic tubing of circular waveguides for use as waveguides in electronic equipment. The aim of this recommendation is to specify for hollow metallic waveguides: a) the details necessary to ensure compatibility and, as far as essential, interchangeability; b) test methods; c) uniform requirements for the electrical and mechanical properties. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) expand and revise the operation frequency range for waveguides; b) revise the allowance of aperture dimensions; c) revise the test method for aperture dimensions; d) revise the equation of attenuation.

IEC 60154-4:2017 specifies the dimensions of flanges for circular waveguides for use in electronic equipment. It covers requirements for flanges drilled before or after mounting on waveguides. The aim of this document is to specify for waveguide flanges the mechanical requirements necessary to ensure compatibility and, as far as practicable, interchangeability as well as to ensure adequate electrical performance. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: - revise the estimation for return loss at connection interface of waveguides; - add two type of waveguide flange for high frequency application, i.e. over 50 GHz; - expand the operation frequency range up to 3,3 THz; - rename the frequency band over R1200, i.e. R1.2K.

IEC 61169-61:2020, 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. 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.

IEC 61169-63:2020 which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RF coaxial connectors which can preferably be used with RF cables 60096 IEC 50-3 of IEC 60096-2. These connector patterns are for low power, quick connect/disconnect applications using a bayonet type coupling mechanism and are commonly known as type "BNC" with characteristic impedance 75 W. It describes the interface dimensions for general purpose connectors, dimensional details for standard test connectors together with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all DS relating to type BNC connectors with characteristic impedance 75 W. This document indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers test schedules and inspection requirements.

IEC 61169-59:2017, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for type L32-4 and L32-5 threaded multi-pin radio frequency connectors with anti mismating mechanism, 50 Ω nominal impedance. The operating frequency of each channel is up to 4 GHz. These connectors have been widely used in mobile communication system like TD-SCDMA and TD-LTE, and can also be used in some similar equipment. It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to type L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors. This sectional specification provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications for type L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors together with the pro forma blank detail specification. This specification indicates the 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.

IEC 61169-11:2017(E), 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 Ohms 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 Ohms 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.

IEC 60154-2:2016 specifies the dimensions of flanges for ordinary rectangular waveguide for use in electronic equipment. It covers requirements for flanges drilled before or after mounting on waveguides. It should be noted that for optimum electrical performance, post-drilling of the alignment holes after mounting is recommended. The aim of this standard is to specify for waveguide flanges the mechanical requirements necessary to ensure compatibility and, as far as practicable, interchangeability as well as to ensure adequate electrical performance. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) revise the estimation for return loss at connection interface of waveguides; b) add two type of waveguide flange for high frequency application, i.e. over 50 GHz; c) expand the operation frequency range up to 3,3 THz; d) rename the frequency band over R 1200, i.e. R1,2k.

IEC 61169-58:2016, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for SBMA series coaxial connectors with blind-mate coupling. The connectors are used with cables with characteristic impedance 50 Ω in an operating frequency range up to 28 GHz. The connectors are widely used in communications, antennas, radars and other applications for modules interconnections. It is also normally used in conjunction with appropriate transmission line. It describes the interface dimensions for general purpose connectors with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relative to type SBMA connectors. This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers all tests schedules and inspection requirements.