What is BS EN 61169-50- R.F. coaxial connectors about?
BS EN 61169-50 is a safety standard on radio-frequency connectors.
BS EN 61169-50 which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detailed specifications (DS) for type QMA R.F. coaxial connectors with quick lock. The connectors are normally used with 50 Ω corrugated cable and flexible cables for middle power applications in an operating range up to 6 GHz.
BS EN 61169-50 describes the interface dimensions for general purpose connectors with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relative to type QMA connectors. BS EN 61169-48 indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers test schedules and inspection requirements.
Note: Metric dimensions are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purposes only.
Who is BS EN 61169-50- R.F. coaxial connectors for?
BS EN 61169-50 on the sectional specification for R.F. coaxial connectors is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of radio-frequency connectors
- Manufacturers of R.F. coaxial connectors
- Electromagnetic engineers
- Electrical engineers
- Electricians
- Testing authorities
Why should you use BS EN 61169-50- R.F. coaxial connectors?
A coaxial RF connector is an electrical connector designed to work at radio frequencies in the multi-megahertz range.
BS EN 61169-50 specifies a test procedure in which the gauge A is inserted into the socket-centre contact one time with a minimum depth of 0,51 mm. The insertion force shall not exceed 13,3 N. After this, the gauge B is inserted in socket-centre contact. The contact shall retain the mass of the gauge in a vertically downward position. The test also shall be carried out on the connector when socket-centre contact is not removed.
Overall, BS EN 61169-50 is useful as it provides recommended rating, performance, and test conditions to be considered when writing a detailed specification (DS). BS EN 61169-50 also provides 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.
