331899 Connectors, Interconnects

Coaxial connectors, also known as RF connectors, are among the most widely used form of connectors from the RF engineering domain. This article focuses on the use and application field of the 331899 type RF coaxial connectors and offers an overview of the working principle of this popular form of connector.

331899 coaxial connectors are a form of RF connector identified by their compact and lightweight design requiring very little horizontal space for installation. These connectors are often seen in low frequency operations, where they are used to connect two coaxial cables or cable assemblies. This type of connector is also used for medical and industrial applications such as sensors, antenna and systems operating in RF spectrum.

The 331899 connector has an inner metal contact that is held in place by its insulated outer part, both of these components are locked together with a threaded sleeve. When the sleeve is tightened, a metal-to-metal contact is formed, which provides a reliable connection. The outer part and inner contact are manufactured in two different materials: the outer part is usually made of brass, whereas the inner contact is produced with either brass, nickel or silver.

The 331899 uses a typical SMB type connector and is characterized by an extended outer metal sleeve. This type of connector is rated up to 3 GHz and offers a fast connection, with a great deal of flexibility and longevity.