IEC 61169-43:2013 PDF

Radio-frequency connectors - Part 43: Sectional specification for RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors

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IEC 61169-43:2013

Radio-frequency connectors - Part 43: Sectional specification for RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors

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Format:: Electronic (PDF)
Number of pages:: 28
Publication date:: March 20, 2013
Edition:: IEC IS 61169 edition 1 version 1
ICS:: 33.120.30

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IEC 61169-43:2013, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for RBMA series RF coaxial connectors, with characteristic impedance of 50 Ω, with threaded coupling and operating frequency limit up to 12,4 GHz, used in wireless, microwave, telecommunication, and other fields, connecting with RF cables or micro-strips. It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, dimensional details of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to RBMA series connectors. This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered when writing a detail specification and it covers test schedules and inspection requirements for assessment levels M and H (see Tables 8 and 9).

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Technical committee: SC 46F - RF and microwave passive components
SKU: IEC 61169-43:2013

Abstract

Overview - IEC 61169-43:2013 (RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors)

IEC 61169-43:2013 is a sectional specification that provides rules and guidance for preparing detail specifications (DS) for RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors. The standard applies to 50 Ω threaded-coupling connectors with an operating frequency limit up to 12.4 GHz, intended for connections to RF cables or micro‑strips in wireless, microwave and telecommunication equipment. It complements the generic requirements in IEC 61169-1 by prescribing mating-face dimensions, gauging, test schedules and inspection requirements specific to the RBMA series.

Key technical topics and requirements

Connector family and electrical rating
- RBMA series, characteristic impedance 50 Ω, threaded coupling, operating frequency up to 12.4 GHz.
Mating-face and gauge information
- Mating face dimensions for general connectors - Grade 2 and dimensional details of standard test connectors - Grade 0.
- Gauges: detailed gauge pin geometry and two gauge types (A and B) with dimensional limits and surface-finish requirements (e.g., mass of gauge ~28 g ±2 g; surface roughness Ra ≤ 0.4 μm).
- Example retention requirement: gauge B must have a withdrawal force ≥ 0.28 N after specified sizing procedure.
Mechanical limits and mounting
- Limits for radial and axial misalignment, floating vs. rigid mounting, and reference planes for mating interfaces.
Quality assessment & tests
- Selection of tests from IEC 61169-1, recommended performance characteristics, and prescribed acceptance (M) and periodic (H) test schedules (see Tables 8 and 9 in the standard).
- Procedures for quality conformance inspection, qualification approval and maintenance.
Guidance for DS authors
- Instructions and a blank pro‑forma to prepare detail specifications including identification, performance, marking and test severities.

Practical applications and who uses this standard

Typical applications: wireless base stations, microwave modules, telecom RF front-ends, and any system requiring blind‑mating RF interfaces in modular panels and racks.
Primary users:
- Connector manufacturers and design engineers preparing detail specifications.
- Quality and test laboratories performing mating/gauging, retention and electrical/mechanical tests.
- Procurement and compliance teams specifying connector acceptance criteria.
- System integrators and RF designers concerned with mating tolerances and reliable blind mating.

Related standards

IEC 61169-1: Generic specification - general requirements and measuring methods (normative reference).
Other parts of the IEC 61169 series cover different RF connector families and additional test methods.

Practical takeaway: IEC 61169-43 helps ensure interoperable, reliable RBMA blind‑mating RF connectors by standardizing critical mating dimensions, gauging methods and test schedules - essential for manufacturers, test labs and system designers working at RF up to 12.4 GHz.

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Abstract

Overview - IEC 61169-43:2013 (RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors)

Key technical topics and requirements

Connector family and electrical rating
- RBMA series, characteristic impedance 50 Ω, threaded coupling, operating frequency up to 12.4 GHz.
Mating-face and gauge information
- Mating face dimensions for general connectors - Grade 2 and dimensional details of standard test connectors - Grade 0.
- Gauges: detailed gauge pin geometry and two gauge types (A and B) with dimensional limits and surface-finish requirements (e.g., mass of gauge ~28 g ±2 g; surface roughness Ra ≤ 0.4 μm).
- Example retention requirement: gauge B must have a withdrawal force ≥ 0.28 N after specified sizing procedure.
Mechanical limits and mounting
- Limits for radial and axial misalignment, floating vs. rigid mounting, and reference planes for mating interfaces.
Quality assessment & tests
- Selection of tests from IEC 61169-1, recommended performance characteristics, and prescribed acceptance (M) and periodic (H) test schedules (see Tables 8 and 9 in the standard).
- Procedures for quality conformance inspection, qualification approval and maintenance.
Guidance for DS authors
- Instructions and a blank pro‑forma to prepare detail specifications including identification, performance, marking and test severities.

Practical applications and who uses this standard

Typical applications: wireless base stations, microwave modules, telecom RF front-ends, and any system requiring blind‑mating RF interfaces in modular panels and racks.
Primary users:
- Connector manufacturers and design engineers preparing detail specifications.
- Quality and test laboratories performing mating/gauging, retention and electrical/mechanical tests.
- Procurement and compliance teams specifying connector acceptance criteria.
- System integrators and RF designers concerned with mating tolerances and reliable blind mating.

Related standards

IEC 61169-1: Generic specification - general requirements and measuring methods (normative reference).
Other parts of the IEC 61169 series cover different RF connector families and additional test methods.

IEC 61169-43:2013 PDF

Technical details

Abstract

Overview - IEC 61169-43:2013 (RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors)

Key technical topics and requirements

Practical applications and who uses this standard

Related standards

Related standards

Abstract

Overview - IEC 61169-43:2013 (RBMA series blind mating RF coaxial connectors)

Key technical topics and requirements

Practical applications and who uses this standard

Related standards

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