SMA Plug for RG-405 Semi-Rigid Cable
The 1-1478904-0: It is a 3-piece kit that includes the connector body, a gold-plated brass center contact, and a PTFE insulator — you solder the center pin and shield termination yourself. The 50 Ohm impedance and 18 GHz frequency ceiling place it in the standard SMA performance band, suitable for microwave test leads, module pigtails, and short-jump interconnects inside an instrument chassis.
Cable Fit and Assembly
This plug is built for RG-405 (.085" semi-rigid) cable — the common 0.085-inch diameter copper-clad steel coax used in RF assemblies where the cable holds its shape after bending. The center contact and shield are both solder-terminated, which is the standard method for semi-rigid: you strip the cable, solder the pin to the center conductor, and solder the shield to the connector body. The threaded coupling nut provides a vibration-resistant mate to any standard SMA jack.
Signal and Mechanical Ratings
Rated for 50 Ohms nominal impedance and 18 GHz maximum frequency, this plug holds the impedance through the launch when the cable prep and solder joint are clean. Voltage rating is 335 V, which is typical for SMA connectors at this impedance level.
