VectorStar™ MS464xB Series Microwave Vector Network Analyzer Calibration and Measurement Guide : Calibration and Measurement Overview : Connector Types and Cross-Mating Compatibility
 
Connector Types and Cross-Mating Compatibility
The following table lists RF connector characteristics and cross-mating compatibilities.
RF Connector Characteristics
Connector Type/
Parameter
7/16
DIN
20 GHz Type N
Type N
7 mm
SMA
3.5 mm
K
(2.92 mm)
2.4 mm
V
(1.85 mm)
W1
(1 mm)
0.8 mm
Upper Frequency Limit (GHz)
7.5
20
18
18
18
26.5
40
50
70
110
145
Mating Type
M/F
M/F
M/F
Sexless
M/F
M/F
M/F
M/F
M/F
M/F
M/F
Cross-mating Compatibility
7/16 DIN
only
Type N
20 GHz
Type N
7 mm
only
3.5 mm,
K,
K,
SMA,
3.5 mm, SMA,
V
2.4 mm
W1 (1 mm) only
0.8 mm
only
Dielectric
Air
Air
Air
Air
Teflon
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Thread
M29 x 1.5
5/8–24
5/8–24
0.6785-24
1/4–36
1/4–36
1/4–36
M7 x 0.75
M7 x 0.75
M4 x 0.7
M3.5 x 0.35
Outer Conductor (mm)
16
7
7
7
4.2
3.5
2.92
2.4
1.85
1
0.8