SAA or 1.0/2.3 F BH Solder for Semi-rigid .141/RG402 Cable

Description

The SAA series, also known as the 1.0/2.3 connector, is a high-density RF interface optimized for space-constrained environments where signal integrity is paramount. This female (jack) bulkhead variant is specifically engineered to be paired with .141″ Semi-Rigid (RG402) cable, a combination favored for its 100% shielding effectiveness and phase stability. The bulkhead design allows the connector to be mounted through a chassis wall or equipment panel, secured with a nut and washer to provide a rugged external port while maintaining an internal fused connection.

This solder-type connector allows the cable’s solid copper outer conductor to be soldered directly to the connector body, while the center conductor is soldered to the pin. This creates a continuous, high-conductivity bond that minimizes VSWR and signal leakage at higher frequencies. Though primarily used in 75-Ohm telecommunications and digital video applications, the precision construction ensures stable performance across a wide frequency range. The subminiature footprint of the 1.0/2.3 interface allows for significantly higher port density on equipment faces compared to standard BNC or Type N connectors.

Key Technical Advantages

• Direct Solder Termination: Optimized for the solid outer jacket of RG402/.141 cable, providing a fused mechanical and electrical bond that ensures maximum EMI/RFI shielding.

• Integrated Bulkhead Mounting: Enables clean, through-panel transitions, allowing internal microwave modules to interface directly with external components via a secure chassis-mounted port.

• 75-Ohm Precision Engineering: Designed to maintain strict impedance standards, preventing signal reflections and bit errors in high-speed digital telephony and broadcast circuits.

• High-Density Space Efficiency: The compact 1.0/2.3 interface is ideal for modular hardware and high-capacity digital distribution frames where front-panel space is limited.

• Superior Durability: Manufactured with a gold-plated brass body and premium PTFE (Teflon) insulation to withstand the high temperatures of the direct-solder process while ensuring long-term corrosion resistance.

Key Features

• Interface Type: SAA / 1.0/2.3 Female (Jack) with 75-Ohm impedance.

• Mounting Style: Bulkhead Front-Mount (Threaded body with Nut and Washer).

• Cable Compatibility: Optimized for .141-inch Semi-Rigid, RG402, and Hand-Formable coaxial cables.

• Termination Method: Solder-solder (Direct solder for both center conductor and outer jacket).

• Professional Construction: Features a gold-plated brass body and a high-performance PTFE dielectric for microwave stability.

Technical Summary