Taoglas mmWave
Adaptors and
Connectors Catalogue
Next-Generation Adaptors and
Connectors for 5G NR applications
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mmWave
Adaptors and
Connectors
Catalogue
Contents
1. Introduction 3
2. 2.92mm Adaptors & Connectors
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3. Specifications 7
4. Test Setup
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1. Introduction
mmWave Adaptors and Connectors
As 5G development continues, the diversity of applications such as high-speed
communications, satellite communications, military and aerospace, alongside the everchanging demands for higher-frequency test systems are driving coaxial cable assemblies
and connectors to the next level.
To allow for complete compatibility with end use-cases, the Taoglas series of connectors and
adaptors, which are all cross-mateable to other industry standard connectors. The adaptors
allow you to interface 2.92mm connectors with , including SMA(F), SMP(F), 2.4(F) and 2.92(F)
connectors and are available in female to female, female to male combinations. The connectors
and adaptors support DC of up to 40GHz frequencies, are rated to 50 Ohm impedance, while
exhibiting low VSWR and low RF leakage. The connectors are precision engineered from highquality materials and undergo stringent reliability testing to provide superior reliability for the
most demanding of applications.
The 2.92mm connector was developed for compatibility up to 40 GHz. The male pin is shorter
than that in a standard SMA connector and ensures that the outer contacts of the male and
female connectors engage before the pin and female receptacle engage. This ensures that
the pin and socket will not see excessive wear and mating stress seen by misalignment in SMA
connectors for example and ensures consistent performance. The 2.92mm connector also has a
thicker wall than a standard SMA connector. The 2.92mm adaptors category also includes 2 or 4
hole panel mount, PCB vertical mount and PCB edge mount configurations..
Typical Use Cases:
• 5G mmWave Networks and Communications Infrastructure
• High-frequency, small cell-based wireless access points
• MIMO ultra-high speed outdoor backhaul fixed and moving wireless access points
• Test and measurement instrumentation
• High-speed, Mil-Aero, SATCOM, and instrumentation applications
Features and Benefits:
• High-frequency bands coverage (DC to 40 GHz)
• Low Isolation
• 2.92mm cross-mateable to other industry standards
• RoHS & Reach Compliant
For configurations not listed here, we can provide solutions based on your requirements pending an
MOQ, please contact your local customer services department to discuss further.
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2. 2.92mm Adaptors & Connectors
2.92mm Adaptors
2.92(F) to SMA(F) mmWave Adaptor
Part Number
292FST.SMAF.N.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.15
> -19.085dB
0.32dB
27GHz
50Ω
2.92(F) to SMP(F) mmWave Adaptor
Part Number
292FST.SMPF.N.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.25
>-17.692dB
0.32dB
40GHz
50Ω
2.92(F) to 2.4(F) mmWave Adaptor
Part Number
292FST.24F.N.XS
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VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.20
> -20.828dB
0.32dB
40GHz
50Ω
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2.92(F) to 2.4(M) mmWave Adaptor
Part Number
292FST.24M.N.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤ 1.20
> -19.085dB
0.32dB
40GHz
50Ω
2.92(F) to 2.92(F) mmWave Adaptor
Part Number
292FST.292F.N.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤ 1.20
> -19.085dB
0.32dB
40GHz
50Ω
2.92mm on board Connectors
2.92(F) PCB Mount 2 Hole Vertical Straight on board Connector
Part Number
PCB.292FST.2H.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.20
> -17.692dB
0.38dB
40GHz
50Ω
REF.PLANE
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2.92(F) PCB Mount 4 Hole Vertical Straight on board Connector
Part Number
PCB.292FST.4H.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.20
> -20.828dB
0.38dB
40GHz
50Ω
REF.PLANE
2.92(F) PCB Vertical on board Connector
Part Number
VMPCB.292FST.A.XS
VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.20
> -17.692dB
0.38dB
40GHz
50Ω
REF.PLANE
2.92(F) Edge Mount PCB on board Connector
Part Number
EMPCB.292FST.A.XS
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VSWR
Return Loss
Insertion Loss
Frequency
Impedance
≤1.25
> -15.563dB
0.35dB
40GHz
50Ω
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3. Specifications
Specifications
Electrical
Contact resistance
Center: Not greater than 6mø
External: Not greater than 2mΩ
Insulation resistance
1,000MΩ min.
Withstanding voltage
No flashover or breakdown
0.32dB for: 2.92(F) to 2.4(F) mmWave Adaptor
Mating Cycles
Contact resistance: 500 cycles
Center: Not greater than 8mΩ
External: Not greater than 4mΩ. No broken, cracked, or loose parts
Mechanical
Vibration resistance
MIL-STD-202, Method 204,
Condition D, 20 Gs
No electrical discontinuity for not less than 1µs.
No broken, cracked, or loose parts
Shock resistance
MIL-STD-202, Method 213,
Condition I, 100 Gs
No electrical discontinuity for not less than 1µs.
No broken, cracked, or loose parts
Moisture resistance of
temperature/humidity
cycle
MIL-STD-202, Method 106,
Less Step 7B
High Humidity Environment Insulation Resistance:
Not less than 100MΩ
Dry Environment Insulation Resistance:
Not less than 1,000MΩ. No broken, cracked or loose parts
Salt spray
MIL-STD-202, Method 101,
Condition B
No considerable corrosion
Temperature cycle
No broken, cracked or loose parts
Storage Temperature
-55c to +50c (95% RH or less)
Operating Temperature
-55c to +50c (95% RH or less)
PCB Mount Connector
Material Specifications
Body
Insert:
Contact:
Dielectric Bead:
Adaptor Material
Specifications
Stainless Steel per AMS-5640, Alloy UNS S30300, Type 1
Beryllium Copper per ASTM B196, Alloy No. UNS C17300, TD04
Ultem 1000
Finish: Body, Insert & Contact
Gold per ASTM B 488, Type II, Code C, Class 0.76,
over Nickel per AMS-QQ-N-290,
Class 1, .00010” min.
Bodies, Inserts & Coupling Nut:
Stainless Steel per AMS-5640, Alloy UNS S30300,
Type 1 Lock Ring &
Contacts:
Beryllium Copper per ASTM B196, Alloy NO. UNS C17300, TD04
Sleeve:
Brass per ASTM B16, Alloy UNS No. C36000
Beads:
Polyethermide per ASTM D5205 “Ultem 1000”
Bellows Springs:
Gasket:
Resistor Element:
Detent:
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Brass per ASTM B16, Alloy UNS No. C36000
Electro-deposited Gold over Nickel
Silicone Rubber per A-A-59588, Class 2B, Grade 50/60
Aluminium Nitride Substrate with Tantalum Nitride Resistor:
Gold plated terminations
Smooth bore, limited detent, full detent
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4. Test Setup
Test Condition
Test Exposure and Duration
Low Temperature test
Expose the specimen to -40°C for 400 hours and then to normal temperature/
humidity for 24 hours or more. After this test, examine its appearance and
functions.
High-temperature test
Expose the specimen to + 105°C for 400 hours and then to normal temperature/
humidity for 24 hours or more. After this test, examine its appearance and
functions.
High-temperature/
high-humidity test
Subject the object to the environmental conditions of +60°C and 90-95% relative
humidity for 96 hours, then expose it to normal temperature/humidity for 24 hours
or more. After this test, examine its appearance and functions.
Thermal shock test
Subject the object to cyclic temperature change (-40°C for 2 hours, then +85°C for
2 hours) for 100 cycles, then expose to normal temperature/ humidity for 24 hours
or more.
Sinusoidal vibration
test
Subject the object to vibrations of 5 to 200 to 5Hz swept in to minutes, 4.5G at
maximum (2 mm amplitude), in X and Y directions for two hours each and in Z
direction for four hours. After this test, examine its appearance functions.
Vibration test in
packaged condition
Subject the object, which is packaged as illustrated, to vibrations of 15 to 60 to
15Hz swept in 6 minutes, 4G at maximum (2mm amplitude at maximum), applied
in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each, i.e. six hours in total. After this test,
examine its appearance and functions.
Free fall test in
packaged condition
Drop the object, which is packaged as illustrated, to a concrete surface from the
height of 90cm, on one corner, three edges and six faces once each, i.e. 10 times in
total. After this test, examine its appearance and functions.
Soldering heat
resistance test
After the lead pins of the unit are soaked in solder bath at 260 ± 5°C for 10 seconds.
After this test, examine its appearance and functions.
Adhesion test
The device is subjected to be soldered on test PCB. Then apply 0.5 Kg (5N) of force
for 5±1 second in the direction of parallel to the substrate (the soldering should be
done by reftow and be conducted with care so that the soldering is uniform and
free of defect by stress such as heat shock).
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