What is BS EN 61169-49 - Radio-frequency connectors about?
BS EN 61169 is a series on radio-frequency connectors. A Radio-frequency connector is an electrical connector designed to work at radio frequency in the multi-megahertz range. BS EN 61169-49 is a sectional specification (SS), that provides information and rules for the preparation of detailed specifications (DS) for type SMAA series thread mated coaxial connectors. The connectors are normally used for microwave applications, connecting with 50 Ω RF cables or microstrips in an operating range up to 27 GHz. These connectors can be intermated with SMA, 3,5 mm, 2,92 mm connectors.
BS EN 61169-49 also prescribes mating face dimensions for high-performance connectors grade 1, dimensional details of standard test connectors grade 0, for general purpose with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relative to type SMAA connectors. BS EN 61169-49 indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers all tests schedules and inspection requirements.
Who is BS EN 61169-49 - Radio-frequency connectors for?
BS EN 61169-49 on radio-frequency connectors is useful for:
- Telecommunication component manufacturers
- Telecommunication equipment manufacturers
- Design engineers
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS EN 61169-49 - Radio-frequency connectors?
Radio-frequency connectors are typically used with coaxial cables and are designed to maintain the shielding that the coaxial design offers. BS EN 61169-49 provide a recommended rating, performance, and test conditions to be considered when writing a detailed specification. BS EN 61169-49 also provide an appropriate schedule of tests with minimum levels of conformance inspection sampling, together with the Pro-forma blank detail specification (BDS) and instructions for the preparation of a detail specification.
BS EN 61169-49 comprise the BDS dedicated for use with type SMAA connectors. As such, it is already entered on its information relating to the basic specification number applicable to all the detail specifications covering connector styles of the series covered by the BS EN 61169-49 and the connector series designation. The specification writer should enter the details relating to the connector style to be covered as indicated. The numbers in brackets in the BDS correspond to the following indications, which is given in BS EN 61169-49. Using BS EN 61169-49 you can provide specifications and rules for the preparation of detailed specifications (DS) for type SMAA series thread mated coaxial connectors.
