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RF connector

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An RF connector is an electrical connector designed to work at radio frequencies in the multi-megahertz range. RF connectors are typically used with coaxial cables and are designed to maintain the shielding that the coaxial design offers. Better models also minimize the change in transmission line impedance at the connection. Mechanically they provide a fastening mechanism (thread, bayonet, braces, push pull) and springs for a low ohmic electric contact while sparing the gold surface thus allowing above 1000 reconnects and reducing the insertion force.

Types of RF connectors include:

A BNC male type RF connector.
N male type RF connector.

Standard types

Miniature types

Sub-miniature types

Precision types

See also

The following audio and video connectors are sometimes used for RF, but are not generally considered to be RF connectors: