Performance to 65 GHz
Vertical or edge launch, solderless compression
Stripline or microstrip/CPW transmission
Available on RF047-A and RF086 cable assemblies
Alignment features (vertical): with the addition of fiducials on the PCB any visual misalignment is eliminated, ensuring peak connector performance
Ideal for high-performance test applications
Cable connectors, compatible with industry standard cables, also available
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High-frequency Precision RF interconnects to 65 GHz
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Evaluation and Development Kits
Vertical Compression Mount SI Evaluation Kit
Vertical compression mount RF connectors feature pre-compressed spring contacts pressed onto gold plated PCB contact pads via precision mounting hardware. Key advantages include improved signal integrity, flexibility and reliability. The Vertical Compression Mount SI Evaluation Kit (REF-228591-XX) provides RF engineers an easy-to-use solution for testing various vertical compression mount RF connectors offered by Samtec. The kit routes stripline traces between pairs of various Precision RF Compression Mount options (1.35mm/1.85 mm/2.40 mm/2.92 mm) The Vertical Compression Mount SI Evaluation Kit delivers a high-quality system with robust mechanical design. Please contact Samtec's technical experts at KitsandBoards@samtec.com for additional information.
Part Number: REF-228591-XX

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185-CM
Features
Vertical, solderless compression
Field replaceable, cost-effective assembly
Stripline or microstrip/CPW transmission
Alignment features: with the addition of fiducials on the PCB any visual misalignment is eliminated, ensuring peak connector performance
Threaded coupling with high mechanical stability
Performance to 65 GHz
Ideal for high-performance test applications
Intermateable with 2.40 mm
Air dielectric for low VSWR and insertion loss
185-EL
Features
Edge launch, solderless compression
Field replaceable, cost-effective assembly
Small form factor improves density
Threaded coupling with high mechanical stability
Performance to 65 GHz
Ideal for high-performance test applications
Intermateable with 2.40 mm
Air dielectric for low VSWR and insertion loss
185-ELW
Features
Edge launch, solderless compression
Field replaceable, cost-effective assembly
.500" standard block for existing board designs
Threaded coupling with high mechanical stability
Performance to 65 GHz
Ideal for high-performance test applications
Intermateable with 2.40 mm
Air dielectric for low VSWR and insertion loss
PRF18
Features
Contact Samtec's RF Group for more information.
1.85 mm precision RF cable connectors
Prints available
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