TNC CONNECTORS
The TNC connector is a threaded weatherproof version of the BNC connector with a 50 Ω impedance and operates best in the range of DC to 11 GHz frequency spectrum. Most TNC connectors are 50-ohm type even when operated with coaxial cable of other impedances. However, a 75-ohm series is also available, providing a good SWR to about 1 GHz. The TNC series shares its interface design with the BNC series, utilizing a threaded coupling nut to ensure mating and higher frequency performance than the BNC.
Because of the versatility and durability, TNC connectors are excellent for a variety of applications.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
- Threaded coupling interface ensures connector with not de-couple in vibration-intense applications
- Durable construction
- Expansive product line includes designs for many common cable types
APPLICATIONS
- Antennas
- Industrial
- Wireless
- Military
- Broadband
TNC CONNECTOR SPECIFICATIONS
| TNC Connectors Specifications – 50Ohm | |
| Frequency Range | DC – 11 GHz (DC – 18 GHz on Extended Range Designs) |
| Voltage Rating | 500 Volts Peak |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | 1500 VRMS Max |
| VSWR (Return Loss) | |
| DC – 11 GHz | 1.3 (-18 dB) Max |
| Insulation Resistance | 5000 MΩ Min |
| Center Contact Resistance | 1.5 mΩ Max |
| Outer Contact Resistance | 0.2 mΩ Max |
| RF Leakage | -60 dB Max @ 3 GHz |
| Insertion Loss | |
| TNC Connectors Specifications – 75Ohm | |
| Frequency range | DC to 4 GHz (max.) |
| DC to 1.5 GHz (opt.) | |
| Return loss (cable connector straight) | ≥ 20 dB (typ.) |
| Insertion loss | ≤ 0.1 x √ f [GHz] dB |
| Insulation resistance | ≥ 5 GΩ |
| Center contact resistance | ≤ 1.5 mΩ |
| Outer contact resistance | ≤ 1 mΩ |
| Test voltage | 1500 V rms |
| Working voltage | 500 V rms |
| Power handling | 80 W @ 2 GHz |
Note: These characteristics are typical and may not apply to all connectors.
