The Hirose GT13SH-1/1PP-DS is a 2-port coaxial receptacle in the GT13 series, designed for RF signal paths up to 1 GHz. It presents a 50 Ohm impedance, which sets the characteristic impedance of the transmission line — matching the system impedance is non-negotiable for minimizing return loss and maintaining signal integrity in the coaxial run. The right-angle through-hole mounting lets the connector sit parallel to the board surface, useful for edge-launch or low-profile layouts where a straight vertical connector would eat into enclosure clearance. The gray PBT housing carries board locks and a mounting flange for mechanical retention during soldering and in-service vibration.
The 50 Ohm impedance and 1 GHz max frequency together define the usable RF bandwidth. This is not a high-speed connector for multi-GHz links — it is a lower-frequency coaxial interconnect suited for baseband, control, or moderate-rate RF signals. The 30 mating cycles tell you this is a set-and-forget part: the tin-plated center contacts handle the electrical connection, but the low cycle life means repeated mate/unmate will wear the plating. Use it for semi-permanent panel or board connections where the cable is attached once during assembly, not for test points or frequently serviced links. The right-angle orientation and board locks make it a stable PCB anchor — the flange takes the strain off the solder joints when the coaxial cable is routed and dressed.
Termination and mechanical fit
The connector terminates via solder to the PCB — no crimp or press-fit step. The through-hole mounting gives a stronger mechanical anchor than an SMT footprint for a coaxial cable that will be flexed or strain-relieved off-board. The push-pull fastening means the mating plug slides on and off without a threaded coupling nut, which speeds assembly but relies on the housing latch for retention. The PBT dielectric is a standard RF-grade thermoplastic — stable up to the rated temperature, but not a low-loss PTFE material for high-frequency work.