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ADC's high-performance F connectors are designed for demanding digital applications where a high-quality, high-performance F connector is required. These connectors provide superior return loss (-30 dB to 3 GHz) and are the perfect choice for use in digital head-ends, satellite down links, and high performance customer premises applications.  


Specifications

ELECTRICAL
Characteristic Impedance: 75 ohm
Voltage Rating: 1000 Volts RMS
Insertion Loss: < 0.6 dB 1 MHz to 1 GHz (measured with 1 meter of 728 cable)
Return Loss: Better than 35 dB to 1 GHz; 30 dB to 2 GHz; 26 dB to 3 GHz
Contact Resistance: .030 Ohms maximum change post environmental
Insulation Resistance: 200 MΩ minimum change
MECHANICAL
Mechanical Durability: 500 cycles minimum
Center Contact Retention: 6 lbs. min
Coupling Mechanism: 80 lbs. min
Cable Pulloff Force: Dependent on cable size
Cable Bend and Twist: 500 cycles min
Force to Engage/Disengage: Torque 20 in/lb min.
Interface Dimension: See interface below
ENVIRONMENTAL
Thermal Shock: -40°C to 35°C operating; -55°C to 85°C, non-operating
Moisture Resistance: 0% to 95%; MIL-STD-202 Method 106
Corrosion (Salt Spray): MIL-STD-202 Method 101, Test Condition B
Flammability: UL 94-VO rated (center conductor insulator)
Vibration: MIL-STD-202 Method 201
Solvent Resistance: MIL-STD-202 Method 215
FINISH
Body/Bayonet: Tarnish-resistant electroless nickel plating
Center Conductor:

50 millionths inch gold plating MIL-G-45204 Type 1, Grade C,

Class 1; requires .042" crimp station die

 

ADC F Connector Diagram

 

 

    

 
 
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