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CAB557RF - IPex MHF 4L Plug to RP SMA Straight Jack Rear Bulkhead

Refer to the technical drawing on how to order the cable assembly
PLEASE NOTE: Connector and cable images are a representation only, see drawing for full specification

Product overview

Active GradConn
Series CAB557RF
Product FamilyRF
Impedance50Ω
Temperature Range-40 to 85°C
Working Frequency (Up to) DC to 6GHz

Product Resources

  • IPex MHF 4L Plug

    20565-001R-13

    I-PEX® MHF 4L for 1.13mmø cable - CAB557RF

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    RP SMA Straight Jack Rear Bulkhead

    RFCT-SMA118-F13

    for 1.13mmø cable, 6GHz - CAB557RF

    No Resources Available

    Request

Additional product information

  • Coaxial Cable Assembly Builder

    Create the perfect cable assembly for your application: Build assembly

  • Coaxial Cable Specifications
    Cable Description Cable Specification
    0.81mm ø Cable View Spec
    0.81mm ø Cable (for I-PEX) View Spec
    1.13mm ø Cable View Spec
    1.13mm ø Low Loss Cable View Spec
    1.13mm ø Cable (for I-PEX) View Spec
    1.19mm ø Cable View Spec
    1.32mm ø Cable View Spec
    1.32mm ø Dual Shield Cable View Spec
    1.37mm ø Cable View Spec
    1.37mm ø Cable (for I-PEX) View Spec
    1.48mm ø Cable View Spec
    RG58/U Low Loss Cable View Spec
    RG58 Low Loss Cable View Spec
    RG174/U Cable View Spec
    RG178 Cable View Spec
    RG316 Cable View Spec
    Habia Flexiform 405 (Standard) View Spec
  • Mounting & Mating Torque

    Find out the required torque for mounting & mating your GCT RF connectors.

    Mounting a Connector on your Equipment Case

    Bulkhead Thread Mounting Torque Connector Material Torque Range (in-lbs) Torque Range (Nm)
    1/4 - 36 UNS - 2A SMA Brass 7 - 10 0.791 – 1.130
    1/4 - 36 UNS - 2A SMA Stainless Steel 12 - 15 1.356 – 1.695
    3/8 - 32 UNEF - 2A Isolated SMA Brass 16 - 20 1.808 – 2.260
    1/2 - 28 UNEF - 2A TNC Brass 20 - 25 2.260 – 2.825
    1/2 - 28 UNEF - 2A TNC Stainless Steel 25 - 30 2.825 – 3.390
    1/2 - 28 UNEF - 2A Isolated TNC Brass 20 - 25 2.260 – 2.825
    3/8 - 32 UNEF - 2A BNC Front Mount Brass 16 - 20 1.808 – 2.260
    1/2 - 28 UNEF - 2A BNC Rear Mount Brass 20 - 25 2.260 – 2.825
    5/8 - 24 UNEF - 2A N Brass 30 - 35 3.390 – 3.955

    Mating with Another Connector

    Coupling Nut Thread Size Connector Material Torque Range (in-lbs) Torque Range (Nm)
    1/4 - 36 UNS - 2A SMA Brass 4 - 6 0.452 - 0.678
    1/4 - 36 UNS - 2A SMA Stainless Steel 8 - 10 0.904 – 1.130
    7/16 - 28 UNEF - 2A TNC Brass 8 - 10 0.904 – 1.130
    7/16 - 28 UNEF - 2A TNC Stainless Steel 10 - 13 1.130 – 1.469
    5/8 - 24 UNEF - 2A N Brass 8 - 10 0.904 – 1.130

    Notes

    1. Customer should verify the torque based on different bulkhead materials.
    2. If used in a environment exposed to vibration we recommend using thread-lock or an additional locknut.

  • Rear & Front Mount Differences

    View our video guides to see the key differences and advantages between the two mount styles.

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  • Standard & Reverse Polarity Differences

    The difference between standard and reverse polarity RF connectors is small and subtle, but of utmost importance when it comes to your design. Watch the video below to learn how to tell them apart.

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Protective Caps

Active GradConn - IP Rated

RFCT-SMA-CAP-GS-1

Interface TypeSMA
Chain OptionWithout Chain
Environmental RatingIP67
Shell MaterialBrass - gold plated
Active GradConn - IP Rated

RFCT-SMA-CAP-GS-3

Interface TypeSMA
Chain OptionWith Chain
Environmental RatingIP67
Shell MaterialBrass - gold plated
Active GradConn - IP Rated

RFCT-SMA-CAP-GS-5

Interface TypeSMA
Chain OptionWithout Chain
Environmental RatingIP67
Shell MaterialStainless steel (SUS303) - Passivated
Active GradConn - IP Rated

RFCT-SMA-CAP-GS-6

Interface TypeSMA
Chain OptionWithout Chain
Environmental RatingIP67
Shell MaterialStainless steel (SUS316) - Passivated

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