Male or Female , Standard or Reverse in RF connectors 1 In this short article, I`ll explain the difference between male and female RF connectors in terms of their polaritystandard or reverse (RP). I`ll also include a number of images to help you identify the various types of connectors we commonly use.
RF (radio frequency) connectors are commonly used on many of our products, such as radios, surge protectors, enclosures, coaxial cables, and antennas. These connectors, however, come in a variety of types. The most common connector types are these:
You might wonder how reverse polarity connector types became so common. This is a result of the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) introducing regulations for low-power non-licensed transmitters, which are commonly known as Part 15 transmitters. Twenty years ago, the FCC in the U.S. introduced the practice of using [unique connectors" (that is, connectors that are not a standard part at electronics stores). The theory behind this practice was that it would be difficult for someone to purchase and attach a non-certified antenna to a device.
In the past two decades, however, the practice of using [unique connectors" has become commonplace, which has led to the proliferation of reverse polarity connector types. So, let`s sort them out.
Gender and Polarity. When you're trying to indentify male and female connects,you may findit helpful to keep in the mind the following:
When mating a plug and a jack, it is important to ensure that both connectors have the same polarity. For example, the plug and jack should both be RPSMA.
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