SMP Jack for Board-Edge RF — 50 Ohm, 26.5 GHz, Limited Detent
The SMP-MSLD-PCE-5T: Rated to 26.5 GHz maximum frequency, this connector sits in the SMP-MSLD series and carries a limited detent snap-on fastening — meaning the retention force is lighter than a full-detent SMP, allowing the mating half to disengage under moderate axial pull without damaging the interface.
What the 26.5 GHz and 500-Cycle Ratings Mean for Your RF Path
The 26.5 GHz frequency ceiling means this jack supports signals up through K-band, covering common microwave bands for radar, satellite links, and test instrumentation. The 500-cycle mating rating is the mechanical endurance before contact wear starts to degrade return loss; for a limited-detent SMP, that cycle life is typical for module-to-cable interfaces that see occasional reconnects rather than daily swap-outs. The gold body finish and gold center contact plating prevent corrosion in humid or lightly corrosive environments and keep passive intermodulation low.
Board-Mount and Termination Detail
This SMP jack mounts into a board-edge cutout and terminates via surface-mount solder pads on the shield legs. The PTFE dielectric supports the wide temperature range and stable impedance up to 26.5 GHz. The single-port configuration is typical for a coaxial launch point on a module edge.