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What is MCX Connector?
MCX (micro coaxial connector) are coaxial RF connectors developed in the 1980s. They have the same inner contact and insulator dimensions as the Smb Connector but are 30% smaller. MCX is standardized in European CECC 22220.
MCX connectors use a snap-on interface and usually have a 50 Ω impedance (some are 75 Ω) . They offer broadband capability from DC to 6 GHz.The contact surfaces are gold-plated.The outer diameter of the plug is approx 3.6 mm or 0.140 inch.
This type of connector is used on the Apple Airport Extreme Base Station's external antenna port and requires an adapter for most antennas. MCX and the smaller Mmcx Connector are frequently used to connect external antennas to GPS receivers. They are also common on USB DVB-T tuners for computers and laptops, to connect an external antenna to the tuner.
Antenk's MCX Connector
The MCX (Micro Coaxial) series is available with 50 Ω or 75 Ω options, and has broadband capability ranging from DC to 6 GHz. In addition, the MCX series features secure, fast and easy snap-on/ snap-off coupling.
This series provides designers with options where weight and physical space are limited. While the MCX uses identical inner contact and insulator dimensions as the SMB, the outer diameter of the plug is .140 inches, which is 30% smaller than the SMB.
A range of connectors are available, including printed circuit board and cable connectors.
Antenk's MCX Connector Features and Benefits
Broadband performance with low reflection DC to 6 GHz. Low cost combined with high quality
Quick connect/disconnect snap-on mating reduces installation time
Accommodates a wide range of miniature RG flexible coaxial cables, including semi-rigid cable providing customers flexibility in their design and manufacturing
Antenk's MCX Connector APPLICATIONS
WLAN
GPS
PC/LAN
Automotive
Base Station
Head End Equipment
Radios
Wireless/ Networks Antenna
Instrumentation
Telecom
MMCX Connector
MMCX (micro-miniature coaxial) connectors are coaxial RF connectors similar to MCX but smaller. They conform to the European CECC 22000 specification. MMCX connectors are rated to 500 pairing cycles.
The connectors have a lock-snap mechanism allowing 360-degree rotation and usually have a 50 Ω impedance. They offer broadband capability from DC to 6 GHz.
MMCX connectors are most commonly seen on Wi-Fi PCMCIA cards as antenna connectors or as connectors for external GPS antennas on small devices like PDAs or GPS receivers. They are also used by various brands of in-ear monitors to connect the cable to the individual earpieces. This allows for the cables to be replaced or swapped. They were developed in the 1990s.
MMCX is also used in some video transmitters for First-Person View (FPV) radio control piloting. This makes swapping antennas and repairing easier than the U.FL connectors.
Antenk's MMCX Connector
The MMCX (Micro-Miniature Coaxial) connector series is a micro-miniature version of the MCX. It has the all features of the MCX series, including 50 Ω impedance with a broadband capability of DC to 6 GHz and secure, fast and easy snap-on/ snap-off coupling, and a wide range of available connectors. However, MMCX connectors have a smaller foot print than the MCX series.
A range of connectors are available, including surface mount, edge card, and cable connectors.
Antenk's MMCX Connector Features and Benefits
Broadband performance with low reflection DC to 6 GHz, providing a high-quality solution at a low cost
Quick connect/disconnect snap-on mating reduces installation time
Conforms to European CECC 22000 specifications
Available in straight and right angle plugs and printed Circuit Board Connectors
Antenk's MMCX Connector Application
Antennas
Instrumentation
Satcom
Base Stations
Telecom
Broadband
GPS
MMCX Connector Specification
Electrical
Impedance 50 Ohm
Frequency Range DC to 6 GHz
VSWR
DC to 4GHz 1.25 Max
4GHz to 6GHz 1.40 Max
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage (Sea Level) 500 VRMS, 50Hz
Working Voltage (Sea Level) ≤170 VRMS, 50 Hz
Insulation Resistance ≥500 MΩ
Contact Resistance
Center Conductor ≤10 mΩ
Outer Conductor ≤5 mΩ
Environmental
Temperature Range -40⁰C to 90⁰C
Temperature Shock Mil-STD-202, Method 107
Humidity Mil-STD-202, Method 103, Condition B
Vibration 3 Cycles, 3 opposite directions, 10-150 Hz, 10-60 Hz, 0.75mm/0.030 in., 60-150 Hz 10G's
Mechanical Shock Mil-STD-202, Method 213, Condition B
Mechanical
Engagement Force < 30 Newtons
Disengagement Force
> 8 Newtons @ 1 - 5 Mating Cycles
>4 Newtons @ 100 - 500 Mating Cycles
Contact Captivation 2.3 lbs.
Durability (Machined) ≥500 cycles
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