PIXEL SMA to TNC LMR240 adapter cable

This adapter cable is designed to establish a reliable connection between marine communication equipment with SMA and TNC connectors. It is an essential component for integrating various RF systems onboard, ensuring stable and high-performance connectivity.

The cable is fitted with an SMA connector at one end and a TNC connector at the other, allowing adaptation between these two RF connector standards.

The LMR240 cable is recognized for its superior electrical performance. It has an impedance of 50 Ohms and provides low-loss transmission, which minimizes signal attenuation across a wide frequency range.

This adapter cable handles a wide frequency band, typically from DC (direct current) up to 6 GHz, making it suitable for various communication applications.

Yes, its robust and flexible design, with a diameter of approximately 5.9 mm, makes it particularly suitable for maritime installations where space constraints and vibrations are common. The connectors are designed for excellent durability.

The LMR240 cable has an outer diameter of approximately 5.9 mm, making it both robust and sufficiently flexible for various installations.

This cable is ideal for optimizing the performance of onboard RF systems, particularly for GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) links, AIS (Automatic Identification System), as well as Wi-Fi and cellular networks where signal quality is critical.

Yes, the cable features double shielding with a shielding effectiveness greater than 90 dB. This characteristic significantly reduces electromagnetic interference, ensuring better signal integrity.

The SMA and TNC connectors on this adapter cable often feature gold-plated center pins. This ensures excellent durability and reliable mechanical strength, even after multiple disconnections and reconnections. SMA connectors are miniature coaxial screw-type connectors, while TNC connectors are threaded coaxial connectors known for their robustness in vibration-prone environments.

Yes, it is important to respect a minimum bend radius when installing any coaxial cable, including LMR240. Although this cable is described as robust and flexible, excessive bending can deform its internal geometry. This can lead to degraded electrical performance, increased attenuation, and signal loss. It is advisable to avoid sharp angles to maintain the cable's integrity.

The adapter cable is designed for marine installations and demanding environments, thanks to its robust and flexible design. While specific saltwater resistance is not explicitly detailed for the cable jacket, the connectors are selected for their durability, and LMR240-type cables are commonly used in outdoor applications requiring good environmental resistance.

Yes, this cable is perfectly suited for connecting Wi-Fi or cellular equipment on board. The expert’s advice indicates it is crucial for Wi-Fi and cellular networks where signal quality is paramount. Its low-loss transmission and wide frequency range (from DC to 6 GHz) ensure optimal performance for these applications.

This adapter cable significantly enhances the performance of embedded RF systems in several ways:

It ensures low-loss transmission thanks to its LMR240 type, minimizing signal attenuation. It maintains signal integrity across a wide frequency range, typically from DC to 6 GHz. Its double shielding provides superior effectiveness above 90 dB, reducing electromagnetic interference. The robust connectors ensure mechanical reliability and excellent durability. These features are essential for optimizing the performance of marine communication systems.

Yes, this cable is compatible with AIS systems. The expert review explicitly states that this cable is critical for AIS links, as well as for GNSS systems and onboard Wi-Fi or cellular networks. Its ability to transmit low-loss signals across a wide frequency band makes it fully suitable for these marine applications.

The [PIXEL] PSM-Adapter SMA to TNC LMR240 adapter cable has a characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms. This impedance is standard for most RF communication systems, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance with corresponding equipment.