N F Solder for 1/2″ Feeder Cable

Description

The N-Type female connector is a cornerstone of high-power RF systems, valued for its exceptional mechanical strength and stable performance. This variant is specialized for the 1/2″ corrugated cable class. While clamp-style connectors are common for field use, this direct-solder variant is designed for applications where electrical continuity and PIM performance are the absolute priority. As a female interface (jack), it is frequently used to provide a high-precision mounting point on chassis or as a stable receptacle for primary feeder links in sensitive telecommunications environments.

This connector utilizes a solder termination for both the center conductor and the outer body. By soldering the cable’s solid copper corrugated jacket directly to the connector body, the assembly achieves an airtight, 360-degree electrical bond. This method is superior for eliminating the microscopic gaps that cause non-linearities, ensuring the lowest possible Passive Intermodulation (PIM) levels in multi-carrier 5G and LTE networks. Manufactured with a durable tri-metal plated brass body and premium PTFE (Teflon) insulation, it delivers consistent 50-Ohm performance and exceptionally low attenuation up to 8.8 GHz.

Key Technical Advantages

• Exceptional PIM Stability: The direct-solder body interface creates a permanent, gapless metallic bond, providing the industry’s best protection against signal interference in high-density wireless networks.

• 1/2″ Corrugated Cable Match: Specifically calibrated for the 1/2″ annular corrugation profile, ensuring an optimized electrical transition and high mechanical rigidity for heavy-duty feeder lines.

• Airtight Mechanical Bond: The solder assembly method ensures a moisture-proof and permanent connection that resists oxidation, environmental degradation, and thermal cycling.

• Total Shielding Integrity: The 360-degree soldered shield provides maximum EMI/RFI protection, essential for sensitive base station equipment and high-power transmitters.

• Infrastructure Grade Performance: Features high-conductivity materials and gold-plated center contacts to maintain signal integrity and low VSWR across wide frequency bands.

Key Features

• Interface Type: N-Type Female (Jack) with standard 5/8-24 threaded outer shell.

• Termination Method: Solder (Outer Conductor) / Solder (Center Pin).

• Cable Compatibility: Optimized for 1/2″ Annular Corrugated Feeder Cables (LDF4-50A, AVA5-50, etc.).

• Premium Construction: Features a tri-metal plated brass body and high-performance PTFE dielectric.

• Common Application: 5G/LTE base station internal chassis links, high-power antenna distribution, phase-stable jumper assemblies, and sensitive RF test ports.

Technical Summary