Description
The N-Type female connector is a critical component for large-scale RF infrastructure, valued for its mechanical durability and superior power handling. This variant is specialized for the 1/2″ corrugated cable class. Unlike smaller cables, 1/2″ feeder cables utilize a solid, annularly corrugated copper outer conductor to provide exceptionally low attenuation and 100% shielding effectiveness. This connector is specifically engineered with a mechanical clamp that interlocks with these corrugations, ensuring a high-strength, 360-degree electrical bond that maintains the cable’s superior signal integrity.
As a female interface (jack), it is frequently used to provide a rugged threaded mounting point on tower-top equipment or as the primary receptacle for high-power distribution lines. The mechanical compression clamp termination provides an airtight, low-resistance connection that is optimized for Passive Intermodulation (PIM) stability. This design allows for precision, high-strength terminations on-site using standard wrenches, facilitating efficient installation and system maintenance in demanding environments. Manufactured with a heavy-duty tri-metal plated brass body and premium PTFE (Teflon) insulation, it delivers consistent 50-Ohm performance and low VSWR up to 8.8 GHz.
Key Technical Advantages
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1/2″ Corrugated Cable Match: Specifically engineered for the annular corrugation profile of 1/2″ feeder cables, ensuring maximum surface contact and extreme pull-off resistance.
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Low-PIM Performance: The precision-machined clamp interface minimizes non-linearities, a critical requirement for modern multi-carrier LTE and 5G networks to prevent signal degradation.
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Field-Installable Design: The mechanical compression system allows for high-integrity assembly on-site without specialized crimping tools, ideal for rapid infrastructure deployment and maintenance.
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Vibration-Proof Threaded Interface: The 5/8-24 threaded outer shell ensures a secure, locked mating with male connectors that resists loosening in high-wind or high-vibration tower environments.
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IP68 Environmental Sealing: Features multiple integrated O-ring gaskets to provide a moisture-proof barrier, protecting the cable interface from oxidation and harsh weather conditions.
Key Features
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Interface Type: N-Type Female (Jack) with standard 5/8-24 threaded outer shell.
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Termination Method: Compression Clamp (Outer Conductor) / Solder or Captive (Center Pin).
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Cable Compatibility: Optimized for 1/2″ Annular Corrugated Feeder Cables (LDF4-50A, AVA5-50, etc.).
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Premium Construction: Features a tri-metal plated brass body and high-performance PTFE dielectric.
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Common Application: Primary antenna feeders, cellular base station interfaces, tower-top enclosures, and high-power RF distribution.
🔹 Applications:
- Telecom feeder cable systems
- Base station RF connections
- Antenna installations
- RF signal transmission
- Outdoor RF networks
- DAS systems
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