SMP Jack for 26.5 GHz Launches
The SMP-MSSB-PCE-4T: It uses a Smooth Bore interface — no detent — so the snap-on retention is purely frictional. The board-edge surface-mount footprint with soldered shield termination keeps the RF launch short and the ground return solid.
Smooth Bore vs Limited Detent — What the Interface Means
The Smooth Bore feature means this jack mates with standard SMP plugs using a straight push-and-snap action, but without the mechanical detent that gives a positive click. Insertion force is lower than a limited-detent SMP, but the frictional hold is less positive under sustained vibration. Compare the SMP-MSSB-PCE-4T (Smooth Bore, 500 cycles, 26.5 GHz) against the SMP-MSLD-PCS18T (Limited Detent, 500 cycles, 26.5 GHz) — the detent version adds a locking ramp that resists unplanned disconnection. If the application sees shock or continuous vibration, the Limited Detent variant is the safer choice.