SMP Jack with Catcher's Mitt for Blind-Mate RF Runs
The SMP-MSCM-PCS11T: It carries the Catcher's Mitt feature — a widened, chamfered entry that guides a mating SMP plug into alignment during blind mating, common in module-to-backplane or panel-to-board RF interconnects where the connector pair is not directly visible during engagement. The 50 Ohm impedance and 18 GHz frequency ceiling place it in the mid-band SMP range, suitable for microwave signal paths up to Ku-band. The snap-on fastening type gives a positive axial retention without threads, and the 1000 mating cycle rating indicates the gold plating is thick enough to survive repeated connect-disconnect duty in test or field-service scenarios.
Surface-Mount Termination and Board Layout
Both the shield and the centre contact terminate by solder reflow — there is no through-hole post.