Amphenol RF has been introduced for applications with higher flexibility requirements. And expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of new FAKRA to SMA cable assemblies
The component combines the automotive industry standard FAKRA connector with the popular SMA connector to accommodate applications such as antennas, RFID and ADAS.
The new 50-ohm assembly has a fastenable FAKRA interface on one end and a threaded SMA interface on the other. FAKRA connectors offer rugged, impact-resistant body, mechanical keys, and color-coded housing that meet all automotive industry USCAR-17 standards. SMA connectors offer simple connections and disconnections, as well as their compact size, which increases the versatility of this component from industrial to commercial applications.
They are ideal for existing and next-generation automotive applications that require connectivity to external antennas, including GPS, drones, and 360-degree cameras. The cable assembly is available in several standard lengths on flexible RG-58 and RG-174 cables and provides reliable electrical performance up to 3GHz.
