Connectors - RFS

1 PRODUCTSC onnectorsCELLFLEX7-167/8"1-5/8" SCF38-50 SCF12-50 UCF78-50A UCF114-50A LCF14-50 LCF38-50 LCF12-50 LCF58-50 LCF78-50A LCFS114-50A LCF158-50A LCF214-50A HELIFLEX7-167/8"1-5/8"3 1/8"4 1/2"6 1/8"DINNEIAEIAEIAEIAEIA100-230 SPLICEHCA38-50 HCA12-50 HCA58-50 HCA78-50 HCA118-50 HCA158-50 HCA214-50 HCA300-50 HCA318-50 HCA418-50 HCA500-50 HCA618-50 HCA800-50 HCA900-50 RG Type CablesNRGC-8 RGC-213 PRODUCTS1 IntroductionConnectorsCELLFLEX Premium is Our StandardConnectors for CELLFLEX foam dielectric cables feature a self-flaring design for low VSWR and easy installation. Contacts are silver or gold plated (ss, sg). The connector design has been optimized to ensure superior intermodulation performance as wellas premium low VSWR.

2 Therefore, Connectors fromRFS are always premium quality. Resilient contacts: CuBe, tempered spring bronze Insulation: PTFE/FEP/PE/cross-linked polystyrene Center and outer conductor parts: Copper alloy, silver-plated Other metal parts: Copper alloy, nickel-plated Gaskets: Silicone rubberTraditional ConnectorsThese Connectors use a proven and reliable collet-styleattachment and offer outstanding electricalperformance paired with rugged mechanical available types and plating, see the connectorselection guide. Their trimming dimensions vary from both CAF and RAPID FITTM, so they can be installed using a differentpreparation tool (which is recommended), or simple hand FIT ConnectorsRFS s RAPID FIT Connectors are renowned forperformance, ease of installation and time and associated costs are greatlyreduced because it is no longer necessary todisassemble the connector before installation.

3 Thepotential loss of smaller parts during installation has been eliminated. The connector can be easilyunmounted and reused if required. O-ring or Plast 2000* sealing ensures excellent water special trimming tool is recommended and availablefrom RFS for trimming the cable. The use of thetrimming tool enhances the speed and quality of the FIT Connectors are available for:For LCF78-50A and UCF78-50A, RFS is nowintroducing the RAPID FIT 2 connector line tocontinue to meet the demanding requirements of theworld's markets. This connector is initially available inthe 7/8" size only but will be extended to other sizesas A variety of Connectors for RGFLEX cables areavailable to meet most customers needs. HELIFLEX All Connectors for HELIFLEX cables are characterizedby excellent gas tightness and extremely low Connectors can be installed with basichand tools, but the use of dedicated installation toolsfurther facilitates ease of assembly and ConnectorsHELIFLEX premium Connectors have excellentelectrical values and provide outstanding performancefor the most demanding applications.

4 The connectordesign provides maximum sealing integrity and gastightness. For even higher performance needs, tunableconnectors are available to optimize the VSWR according to the operating frequency FIT ConnectorsRAPID FIT Connectors use a simple technique foreasy installation. RAPID FIT Connectors are a single-piece design that quickly terminate to the cable. Aftercutting the jacket to the required length the connectoris screwed onto the cable and tightened. It is notnecessary to flare the outer conductor, so a flangingtool is not required for RAPID FIT Connectors . SCF38 SCF12 UCF78A UCF114A LCF12 LCF58 LCF78A LCFS114A LCF158 LCF214A* Plast 2000 is a trademark of Spinner PRODUCTSI ntroductionConnectorsConnector Series 7-16 The 7-16 connector is the most rugged RF connection meeting all requirements even under severe environmental Series NThe N connector is one of the most common RF connector types.

5 N type Connectors from RFS will be delivered with a non-slotted outer conductorcontact sleeve and a special gasket. Due to a specialdesign of the coupling nut (without spring ring) N Connectors can be tightened with increased torque. This increases the contact Series EIATo join two cables with EIA Connectors , two identicalsocket Connectors are installed on one end of the cablesto be joined, and a coupling element is required tomake the connection of the center conductor. Thecoupling element must be ordered are available in sizes matching the nominal cable size. EIA Connectors provide optimalpower handling for the complete transmission line Series 100-230 This special design is exclusive for 8" and 9" diameterHELIFLEX cables and are optimized for high-power,low-frequency applications.

6 They are designed to be welded onto the inner and outer conductors toprovide years of trouble-free operation. The couplinginterface is comparable to EIA-type flanges and usescoupling elements for inter-connection betweenidentical Connectors are identical to BNC Connectors except for the coupling nut. The electrical performance of TNC Connectors is superior to BNCconnectors. RFS Connectors are torque-tightened with a torque of 4 rugged design of the - connector series issuitable for outdoor installation. The performance issuperior to the N connector series with dimensionscomparable to the N - 11 Connectors are designed for extremely adversemechanical and environmental conditions. The three-nosed bayonet coupling guarantees a safe contact even under severe vibration and shock 7-16 male, P2000 Connector N-male, P2000 Connector 1-5/8 EIA, P2000 Coupling Element for 7/8 EIAC oupling Element for 1-5/8 PRODUCTS1 Reliable SealingConnectorsSealing with Plast 2000 Sealing with O-ringSealing with GasketAt RFS, we think in sub-systems rather than just insingle products.

7 One good example that demonstratesour philosophy is the way in which we deal with thesealing of CELLFLEX and HELIFLEX are several solutions for the water-proofing of CELLFLEX and HELIFLEX Connectors . Instead ofrelying on additional weatherproofing kits only, ourconnectors are perfectly sealed against environmentalthreats by using specially designed O-rings or gasketseals, or by injecting Plast 2000 between the cable and connector interface. When discussing water-resistance one needs to differentiate two cases. The first case is transversal,where humidity enters from outside the coaxial system;the second case is longitudinal where humidity entersfrom inside, for instance through a damaged antenna. The connection between two Connectors provides a water-tight seal by inserting an O-ring in the components in the connector assembly are protected against water-ingress by the installation of O-rings that are factory assembled.

8 Water-proofing ofthe coupling nut against the cable jacket and outerconductor is achieved by several method is the injection of a specially designedsealing compound known as Plast 2000. Plast 2000 isdesigned to cure upon contact with the air and retainsits flexibility after setting. It is injected after theconnectors are method is the use of specially designed O-ringsor gasket seals that seal against the outer conductor. Forsevere environmental conditions additional sealingagainst the jacket can be achieved by a heat-shrinksleeve with thermoplastic adhesive or a cold used are specially designed O-rings or gasket sealsthat seal against the corrugation valleys of the outerconductor and connector inner surfaces. These sealshave a greater surface area to keep water out of thebackshell entrance, and do not rely on the surfacequality of a single corrugation watertightness for our Connectors isachieved by properly designed dielectric beads.

9 In thisway water penetration along the cable axis is blockedfrom entering the cable. One exception would be EIAgas-pass Connectors for HELIFLEX PRODUCTSR eliable SealingConnectorsPlast 2000 Sealing CompoundPlast 2000 Plast 2000 has a very good adhesion to the metallicparts of the connector and to the cable. The curingprocess depends on the humidity and temperature ofthe air. Under normal conditions the sealing againstmoisture is effective in a short 2000 is supplied in tubes of 20 ccm and 70 ccmcontents. The 20 ccm tube can be screwed directly intoa port of the coupling nut. If large quantities ofconnectors are to be sealed with Plast 2000 werecommend an injection professional sealing concepts give reliableprotection, up to IP 68 level, such ensuringperformance under any climatic Gasket/Heat Shrink TubeSuperflexible cables are sealed with heat shrink tubesor specially designed sealing glands.

10 SCF12-50 andSCF38-50 type Connectors use a specially designedsealing gland that seals the connector to the outerconductor of the cable and the jacket. SCF14-50 typeconnectors use heat shrink with an adhesive that bondsitself to the connector backshell and cable outerconductor and jacket. These concepts again preventmoisture advancement into the connector even in theevent that the cable jacket should be SealsIn addition to the standard O-ring seals found in N and7-16 DIN connector interfaces and between the frontand rear connector body halves, O-ring seals can besuccessfully used to waterproof cable entry points ofthe connector, too. Silicon O-rings are easy-to-use andprovide years of reliable service, surviving all varietiesof environmental conditions. Threaded gasket seals areused for helically corrugated cables like SCF and HCAcables, and provide a water-seal around complexcorrugation profiles.