Hermetic Thread-in RF/Microwave Connectors

Our 50-Ohm hermetic SMA and SSMA feedthru RF/Microwave connectors are designed for use in military and commercial applications where environmental conditions require an extremely rugged and reliable hermetic seal. PacAero manufactures these connectors from a variety of compatible shell and contact materials, in both laser weld and solder-in styles, which provide excellent electrical and environmental performance characteristics.

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Hermetic SMA, SSMA RF/Microwave Connector Specifications and Testing Configuration

SpecificationsMaterial CompatibilityDesigned for Aluminum, Titanium or Iron/Nickel Alloy Applications
Contact MaterialIron/Nickel Alloys
Shell Finish OptionsPassivated, Nickel/Gold Plated or Chromate Conversion Coated as applicable
Contact FinishNickel/Gold Plating
Pin Diameter Options.012″, .015″, .018″, .020″ and Custom
InterfacePer MIL-STD-348
Nominal Impedance50 Ohms
PerformanceLeak RateLess than 1×10-9cc/sec Helium at 1 atmospheric differential pressure
Thermal CyclingTested to 500 (minimum) thermal cycles without hermetic performance loss
Thermal CyclingTested to 500 (minimum) thermal cycles without hermetic performance loss
Insulation ResistanceConnectors provide greater than 5,000 Megohms at 500 VDC when tested in IAW MIL-STD-1344, Method 3003
Dielectric Withstanding VoltageConnectors exhibit no evidence of breakdown or flashover when tested in IAW MIL-STD-1344, Method 3003
CorrosionConnectors meet salt spray test in IAW MIL-STD-1344, Method 3003
Operating Temperature-65°C to 200°C