Last Buy – Plan Your BOM Now
This Hirose BNC-P-188A/U(40) is on Last Buy status, meaning the manufacturer has scheduled end-of-life and the remaining production window is closing. Any BOM line that depends on this part needs a last-time buy or a qualified replacement identified before supply dries up.
Cable Compatibility – RG-188A Only
This plug is built specifically for RG-188A cable – the clamp-style shield termination and solder centre contact match the dielectric diameter and braid lay of that cable group. It will not work with other common coax sizes without an adapter or a different plug variant. If your harness calls for RG-188A, this is the direct-fit termination; if you are on a different cable, look for the BNC-P variant listed for that cable group.
Rated for 1000 mating cycles, which is a solid number for a field-service BNC. The silver plating on both centre contact and body resists corrosion through repeated connects and disconnects in a benchtop or panel environment. The PTFE dielectric holds its impedance through temperature swings from -30°C to 60°C, so the connector stays within spec in an unheated equipment room or outdoor cabinet.