Description

This detailed product description for an SMA Female Panel Mounting Connector is designed to be comprehensive, covering various common configurations and highlighting key features and benefits.

SMA Female Panel Mounting Connector - High-Performance RF Bulkhead Solution

Overview

The SMA Female Panel Mounting Connector is a robust and versatile RF coaxial connector engineered for secure integration into enclosures, chassis, and printed circuit boards. It provides a reliable 50-Ohm interface for connecting external SMA male cables or devices to internal circuitry, ensuring signal integrity, mechanical stability, and often, environmental protection. Ideal for applications requiring a fixed, external RF port, these connectors are a cornerstone in modern wireless and RF systems.

Key Features

• Standard SMA Interface: Conforms to standard SMA dimensions, ensuring compatibility with all SMA male connectors and cables.
• 50 Ohm Impedance: Precisely engineered for 50 Ohm RF systems, minimizing reflections and maximizing power transfer.
• High-Frequency Performance: Capable of handling frequencies typically from DC up to 18 GHz, with precision versions extending to 26.5 GHz.
• Robust Panel Mounting: Designed for secure attachment to panels, chassis, or PCBs, offering excellent mechanical stability and vibration resistance. Available in various mounting styles (bulkhead, 2-hole flange, 4-hole flange, PCB through-hole, surface mount).
• Durable Construction: Manufactured from high-quality materials (e.g., brass, stainless steel) with precise machining and plating (e.g., gold, nickel) for longevity and consistent performance.
• Low VSWR & Insertion Loss: Optimized electrical characteristics ensure minimal signal degradation across the operational frequency range.
• Versatile Internal Termination: Available with various internal connection options, including solder cups, solder posts, PCB pins (through-hole), or surface mount pads, to seamlessly integrate with your circuit design.
• Environmental Sealing (Optional): Many bulkhead versions include an O-ring or gasket for enhanced environmental sealing, protecting internal components from dust and moisture.

Technical Specifications (Typical)

Mounting & Termination Options

Our SMA Female Panel Mounting Connectors are available in a variety of configurations to suit diverse application requirements:

Mounting Styles:

• Bulkhead Mount: Designed to pass through a panel opening, secured by a nut and washer. Available in front-mount (nut on front) or rear-mount (nut on back) options. Often includes a hex flat or D-hole shape to prevent rotation.
• 2-Hole Flange Mount: Secured to the panel with two screws or rivets. Provides a sturdy, fixed connection.
• 4-Hole Flange Mount: Similar to 2-hole but with four mounting points for maximum mechanical stability and often higher frequency performance due to better grounding.
• PCB Through-Hole Mount: Legs or pins extend through the PCB, typically soldered for mechanical and electrical connection.
• PCB Surface Mount (SMD): Designed for automated pick-and-place assembly, soldering directly to pads on the PCB surface.

Internal Termination Styles:

• Solder Cup: For soldering an internal wire or coaxial cable conductor.
• Solder Post/Pin: A solid pin for direct soldering to a PCB pad or wire.
• Through-Hole Pins: Multiple pins for secure mounting and signal/ground connections to a PCB.
• Surface Mount Pads: Flat pads for reflow soldering to surface mount PCB designs.

Typical Applications

• Telecommunications: Base stations, antennas, network equipment, cellular infrastructure.
• Test & Measurement: RF test equipment, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes.
• Wireless Communication: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRa, satellite communication systems.
• GPS & Navigation: Receiving and transmitting GPS signals.
• Aerospace & Defense: Avionics, radar systems, secure communication.
• IoT & M2M Devices: Embedded systems requiring external antenna connections.
• Medical Equipment: RF-enabled diagnostic and therapeutic devices.
• General RF Systems: Any application requiring a secure, fixed RF port for signal transmission or reception.

Why Choose Our SMA Female Panel Mount Connectors?

• Uncompromised Signal Integrity: Engineered for optimal RF performance, ensuring reliable data and power transmission.
• Exceptional Durability: Built to withstand demanding environments and repeated mating cycles, providing long-term reliability.
• Versatile Design: A wide range of mounting and termination options ensures a perfect fit for nearly any application.
• Ease of Integration: Designed for straightforward installation into panels and PCBs, simplifying your assembly process.
• Global Compatibility: Adheres to industry standards, guaranteeing seamless integration with existing SMA infrastructure.

Ordering Information: Please specify the desired mounting style, internal termination type, and plating finish when ordering. Custom configurations and extended frequency range options are available upon request. Contact our sales team for detailed specifications and technical support.