What is BS EN 61169-51 - 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 61169-51 is a sectional specification (SS), that provides information and rules for the preparation of detailed specifications (DS) for type QLI 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 61169-51 describes the interface dimensions for general purpose connectors with gauging information and the mandatory tests selected from IEC 61169-1 applicable to all detailed specifications relative to type QLI connectors. BS EN 61169-51 indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a DS and covers all tests schedules and inspection requirements.
Who is BS EN 61169-51 - Radio-frequency connectors for?
BS EN 61169-51 on radio-frequency connectors is useful for:
- Telecommunication component manufacturers
- Telecommunication equipment manufacturers
- Design engineers
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use BS EN 61169-51 - 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 61169-51 provide recommended ratings, performance, and test conditions to be considered when writing a detailed specification (DS). BS EN 61169-51 also provide an appropriate schedule of tests with minimum levels of conformance. Detail specifications writers use the appropriate blank detail specification (BDS). BS EN 61169-51 comprise the BDS dedicated for use with type 50 Ω type QLI connectors. As such, it will already have entered on its information related to the basic specification number applicable to all the detail specifications covering connector styles of the series covered by the sectional specification 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 61169-51.
As mentioned in BS EN 61169-51 identification of the component can be done by entering the details (Style, Attachment and Special features and marking), entering details of assessment level and the climatic category, A reproduction of the outline drawing and details of the panel piercing (if applicable). BS EN 61169-51 will provide the maximum envelope dimensions, also the position of the reference plane and, in the case of a fixed connector, the position of the mounting plane(s) relative to the front face of the connector, any maximum panel thickness limitations for fixed connectors are stated and particulars of all variants covered by BS EN 61169-51. Using BS EN 61169-51 you can provide specifications and rules for the preparation of detailed specifications (DS) for type QLI R.F. coaxial connectors with quick lock.
