Rugged multi-port SMPM interconnects with threaded coupling released

Samtec, Inc. has announced production quantity availability of its new line of rugged, multi-port SMPM solutions that provide threaded coupling for high thermal shock and vibration environments typically found in military, aerospace and communication applications. Its rugged, threaded-SMPM solutions deliver high-frequency performance up to 65GHz with excellent reliability in high-density applications.

SMPM multi-port mated sets with the new S Screw option for threaded coupling are part of the company's Magnum RF product line. Cable assemblies are available with 0.047" diameter low-loss flexible cable (GC47 Series) or with 0.086" diameter low-loss flexible cable (GC86 Series). While cable diameters are small and lend themselves to smaller bundle sizes for weight savings and increased airflow for cooling, there are different advantages for each. GC47 with 0.047" diameter cable delivers greater flexibility with a 0.125" (3.18mm) minimum bend radius and a higher maximum operating frequency. GC86 with 0.086" diameter cable, while still high-performance, functions at a slightly lower frequency but with improved, lower insertion loss. Mating board connectors are available with a stub launch surface mount board termination (GPPC-ST-SL) or edge mount board termination (GPPC-EM). Optional in-line channel counts are 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 on a high-density 0.140" (3.56mm) pitch. Combining multiple channels into a single housing provides 40% greater density, less processing time and better positional alignment.

Rugged, threaded SMPM Magnum RF interconnects are available now. As part of the Sudden Service culture, the company makes designing-in a product easy by offering free 3D model downloads and product samples while also ensuring prints, product specifications and test reports are readily available.