{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"083-1AC-RFX","brand":"Amphenol","brandSlug":"amphenol","productSlug":"083-1AC-RFX","canonicalUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/amphenol/083-1AC-RFX","factsUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/api/mcp/products/083-1AC-RFX","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Amphenol RF 083-1AC-RFX, UHF cap (cover) with attached chain, for use with UHF jacks, Bag packaging, NRND lifecycle.","salesMarkdown":"## What This Cap Covers and Where It Fits The Amphenol RF 083-1AC-RFX is a UHF cap (cover) designed to protect UHF jacks when unmated. It carries an attached chain — the chain keeps the cap tethered to the cable or panel so it does not wander off during service. The cap fits the standard UHF jack interface, covering the threaded coupling nut and centre contact area to keep debris, moisture, and accidental shorting out of the connector. Bag packaged per the listing. ## Lifecycle Reality — NRND and What That Means for Sourcing The 083-1AC-RFX carries an NRND (Not Recommended for New Design) lifecycle status. That means the manufacturer has flagged it for eventual phase-out — new builds should not specify it, but existing field installations still need a replacement source. ## What Bolts In — Compatibility Check This cap mates with standard UHF jacks. The chain attachment is a retention feature, not a functional part of the RF interface.","metaTitle":"083-1AC-RFX UHF Cap with Chain, NRND — Sourced to Order","metaDescription":"083-1AC-RFX is a UHF cap (cover) with chain for UHF jacks. NRND lifecycle — sourced against an RFQ. Bag packaging. Order code 083-1AC-RFX.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"NRND","categoryPath":["RF / Coaxial Connectors"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"Amphenol RF","Color":"-","Series":"-","Package":"Bag","Features":"Chain","Body Finish":"-","Body Material":"-","Accessory Type":"Cap (Cover)","Product Status":"Not For New Designs","Connector Style":"UHF","lifecycle_stage":"unknown","Base Product Number":"083-1AC","Center Contact Finish":"-","Center Contact Material":"-","For Use With/Related Products":"UHF Jacks"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$4.7500","priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icsourcedirect.com/5c180b233fcbbd2461a4b16882d8e19c.pdf","sourceUrl":null,"alternativesUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/api/mcp/products/083-1AC-RFX/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Is 083-1AC-RFX discontinued or obsolete?","answer":"The 083-1AC-RFX is listed as NRND (Not Recommended for New Design) — it is not yet fully discontinued but is in the phase-out pipeline."},{"question":"What is the replacement or equivalent for 083-1AC-RFX?","answer":"For existing installations, source the NRND stock through distribution; for new designs, select a current-production UHF cap from the same manufacturer's catalog."},{"question":"Does 083-1AC-RFX come with a chain?","answer":"Yes, the 083-1AC-RFX lists Chain as a feature — the cap includes an attached tether to prevent loss when removed from the jack."},{"question":"Is 083-1AC-RFX compatible with all UHF jacks?","answer":"The 083-1AC-RFX is specified for use with UHF jacks — it covers the standard UHF interface. Verify the thread and centre-conductor dimensions match your specific jack before ordering."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/amphenol/083-1AC-RFX","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/llms.txt","source":"IC Source Direct","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"IC Source Direct\" and link https://icsourcedirect.com/amphenol/083-1AC-RFX when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-07-23T20:41:44.623Z","lastPublished":"2026-07-23T20:41:44.623Z","indexable":true}}