MCX microminiature connectors provide repeatable performance from DC to 6 GHz. The design of these devices have taken into consideration the need for size reduction, low weight,durability and reliable performance. The MCX devices enable a 30% space reduction over similar SMB/SMC types.

The MCX is available for affixement to industry standard cable and as printed circuit board device. The "snap-on" connection feature between devices offer the user ease of assembly in dense packaging layouts.

Applications for the MCX are those where size , weight , performance and ease of assembly are the driving considerations to the final design decision. Typically, these include GPS, wireless communications ( WLAN and mobile) and automotive.

Electrical :
Impedance: 50 ohm
Frequency Range: 0 to 6.0 GHz
VSWR:
0-1 GHz→ 1.22 max (Straight)
1.50 max (Right Angle)
1-3 GHz→ 1.35 max (Straight)
1.63 max (Right Angle)
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage:
*RG-178- 500 volts rms max at sea level
*RG-316 - 750 volts rms max at sea level
*RG-142 - 1000 volts rms max at sea level
Contact Resistance:
center contact=5.0 milliohms max
outer contact=1.0 milliohms max
Voltage Rating:
*RG-178U - 170 volts rms max at sea level
*RG-316U- 250 volts rms max at sea level
*RG-142 - 335 volts rms max at sea level
Insertion Loss:
0.1 dB max @ 1GHz (Straight)
0.2 dB max @ 1GHz (Right Angle)
Insulation Resistance:
1,000 Megohms min Initial
500 Megohms min after conditioning

Mechanical & Environmental :
Mating: "Push-Pull" snap-on coupling
Durability: 500 matings
Cable Retention: RG-174,188,316 →15 lbs min
Temperature Range: -65°C to 165°C
Vibration: MIL-STD-202 Method 204 Test Cond. D.
Salt Spray: MIL-STD-202 Method 101 Test Cond. B.