N-Type Jack for Belden 9913 — 50 Ohm, Crimp/Solder Termination
The connector uses a crimp termination for the shield and a solder termination for the center contact, a common hybrid approach that gives a reliable electrical bond on the braid and a solid solder joint on the beryllium copper center pin.
This connector is specified for the Belden 9913 cable group. The cable's dielectric diameter and braid coverage are matched to the connector's crimp ferrule and center contact dimensions. The shield termination is a crimp — a hex crimp tool with the correct die set for the ferrule OD is required. The center contact is soldered; pre-tinning the beryllium copper pin and using a controlled-temperature iron prevents damage to the gold plating.
Mating and Field Life
The threaded fastening type is standard for N-type connectors, providing a vibration-resistant, weatherproof mate when tightened to the specified torque. This cycle life is typical for test equipment, antenna feeds, or any application where the cable is disconnected and reconnected periodically. The Black Nickel body finish offers better corrosion resistance than standard nickel in outdoor or marine environments, though the connector itself is not IP-rated — the threaded interface and O-ring on the mating plug determine the weatherproofing.