IEC 61169-42:2013

Radio-frequency connectors - Part 42: Sectional specification for CQN series quick lock RF coaxial connectors

IEC 61169-42:2013 provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for CQN series RF coaxial connectors, with characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms, with threaded coupling and operating frequency limit up to 11 GHz, used in wireless, microwave, telecommunication, and other fields, connecting with RF cables or micro-strips. It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, dimensional details of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to CQN series connectors. This first edition cancels and replaces the first edition of IEC/PAS 61169-42 published in 2009.

Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques - Partie 42: Spécification intermédiaire pour connecteurs coaxiaux R.F. à verrouillage rapide, série CQN

La CEI 61169-42:2013 est une spécification intermédiaire qui fournit des informations et des règles en vue de l'établissement de spécifications particulières (SP) de connecteurs coaxiaux RF de série CQN d'une impédance de 50 Ohms, doté d'un couplage fileté et d'une limite de fréquence de fonctionnement de 11 GHz, utilisés dans les domaines des appareils sans fil, hyperfréquences, télécommunications, ainsi que dans d'autres domaines, permettant la connexion avec les câbles RF ou les microrubans. Elle prescrit également les dimensions des faces d'accouplement pour des connecteurs d'usage général classe 2, les détails dimensionnels des connecteurs d essai normalisés classe 0, les informations concernant les calibres et les essais choisis dans la CEI 61169-1, applicables à toutes les spécifications particulières ayant trait aux connecteurs de la série CQN. La présente première édition annule et remplace la première édition de la CEI/PAS 61169-42 publiée en 2009.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 15-Jan-2013
• ICS: 01 - GENERALITIES. TERMINOLOGY. STANDARDIZATION. DOCUMENTATION
• ICS: 33.120.30 - RF connectors
• Technical Committee: SC 46F - RF and microwave passive components
• Drafting Committee: PT 61169-42 - TC 46/SC 46F/PT 61169-42
• Current Stage: PPUB - Publication issued
• Start Date: 16-Jan-2013
• Completion Date: 15-Apr-2013

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• Replaces: IEC PAS 61169-42:2009 - Radio-frequency connectors - Part 42: Sectional specification for CQN series quick lock RF coaxial connectors
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative reference . 6
3 Mating face and gauge information . 6
3.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2 . 6
3.1.1 Connector with pin-centre contact . 6
3.1.2 Connector with socket-centre contact . 9
3.2 Gauges . 9
3.2.1 Gauge pins for socket-centre contact . 9
3.2.2 Test procedure . 10
3.3 Dimensions- standard test connectors – Grade 0. 11
3.3.1 Connector with pin-centre contact . 11
3.3.2 Connector with socket-centre contact . 13
4 Quality assessment procedure . 14
4.1 General . 14
4.2 Rating and characteristics (see Clause 6 of IEC 61169-1:1992) . 14
4.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements – Acceptance tests . 17
4.3.1 Acceptance tests . 17
4.3.2 Periodic tests. 18
4.4 Procedures . 20
4.4.1 Quality conformance inspection . 20
4.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance . 20
5 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications . 21
5.1 General . 21
5.2 Identification of the component . 21
5.3 Performance . 21
5.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters . 21
5.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities . 21
5.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for type CQN connector . 23

Figure 1 – Connector with pin-centre contact . 7
Figure 2 – Connector with socket-centre contact . 9
Figure 3 – Gauge pins for socket-centre contact . 9
Figure 4 – Connector with pin-centre contact . 11
Figure 5 – Connector with socket-centre contact . 13

Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact . 8
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact . 10
Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pins for socket-centre contact . 10
Table 4 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact . 12
Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact . 14
Table 6 – Rating and characteristics . 15
Table 7 – Acceptance tests . 17
Table 8 – Periodic tests . 18

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FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61169-42 has been prepared by subcommittee 46F: R.F. and
microwave passive components, of IEC technical committee 46: Cables, wires, waveguides,
R.F. connectors, R.F. and microwave passive components and accessories.
This first edition cancels and replaces the first edition of IEC/PAS 61169-42 published in 2009.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
CDV Report on voting
46F/142/CDV 46F/165/RVC
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This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.

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INTRODUCTION
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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 42: Sectional specification for CQN series
quick lock RF coaxial connectors

1 Scope
This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules
for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for CQN series RF coaxial connectors, with
characteristic impedance of 50 Ω, with threaded coupling and operating frequency limit up to
11 GHz, used in wireless, microwave, telecommunication, and other fields, connecting with
RF cables or micro-strips.
It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, dimensional details
of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1,
applicable to all detail specifications relating to CQN series connectors.
This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered
when writing a detail specification and it covers test schedules and inspection requirements
for assessment levels M and H (see Tables 8 and 9).
This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered
when writing a detail specification and it covers test schedules and inspection requirements
for assessment levels M and H.
2 Normative reference
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 61169-1:1992, Radio-frequency connectors – Part 1: Generic specification – General
requirements and measuring methods
Amendment 1:1996
Amendment 2:1997
3 Mating face and gauge information
3.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2
3.1.1 Connector with pin-centre contact
Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for
reference purpose only.
_____________
There exists a consolidated edition 1.2 (1998) that comprises IEC 61169-1:1992, its Amendment 1:1996 and its
Amendment 2:1997.
61169-42  IEC:2013(E) – 7 –
e
Note 1
Note 7(see detail I)
Note 2
Note 6
Note 6
p
r
m
g
h
Detail I
Note 3
j
n
IEC  095/13
Figure 1 – Connector with pin-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 1)

∅k
∅f
∅a
∅b
∅c
∅d
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Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (4)
b 9,05 —
c 10,05 —
d — 19,00
e — 9,80 (5)
f 1,60 1,68
g — 7,60
h 2,72 4,00
j 0,80 1,00
k — — (4)
m — 5,30
n 5,00 6,28
p — 2,40
r — 4,70
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
(2) Design and location of the seal ring is optional, providing it meets
environmental requirement.
(3) Radius or angle, plane part is 0,25 mm max.
(4) Diameters are chosen to obtain a normal impedance of
50 Ω and meet electrical and mechanical requirements.
(5) Prefix locknut (maximal dimension)
(6) Chamfer.
(7) Design of spring is optional, providing it meets mechanical
requirements performance.
61169-42  IEC:2013(E) – 9 –
3.1.2 Connector with socket-centre contact

Note 1
i
h
g
f
50° ± 10°
30° ± 10°
Note 2
n
m
IEC  096/13
Figure 2 – Connector with socket-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 2)
3.2 Gauges
3.2.1 Gauge pins for socket-centre contact

30°
∅a
R0,4 mm
R0,4 mm max.
IEC  097/13
Figure 3 – Gauge pins for socket-centre contact
(for dimensions, see Table 3)
∅e
∅d
∅c
∅j
∅b
∅k
∅a
b
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Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (3)
b 8,30 8,50
c 8,70 8,90
d 8,90 9,00
e — 10
f 4,20 4,25
g 4,90 5,00
h 6,15 6,25
i 11,00 —
j — — (3)
k — — (2)
m 5,33 —
n 1,00 1,20
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
(2) Design of centre contact is optional, providing it meets electrical
and mechanical requirements.
(3) Diameters are chosen to obtain a normal impedance of 50 Ω and
meet electrical and mechanical requirements performance.

Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pins for socket-centre contact
Gauge A Gauge B
maximum material for sizing purposes minimum material for
measurement of retention force
mass of gauge: 56 g ± 2 g
Ref. mm mm
Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 1,680 1,685 1,595 1,600
b 1,72 2,92 1,72 2,92
Material: steel, polished, surface roughness: Ra=0,4 µm maximum.

3.2.2 Test procedure
The gauge A shall be inserted into the socket-centre contact three times with a minimum
depth of 1,72 mm. This is a sizing operation and should only be carried out when the socket-
centre contact is removed from the connector.
After this, the gauge B shall be inserted into socket-centre contact. The contact shall retain
the mass of the gauge in a vertical downward position. The test also shall be carried out on
connector when the socket-centre contact is not removed.

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Additional test:
At the conclusion of the tests and if prescribed in the DS, the force necessary to insert gauge
A shall be measured. When this additional test is required, the force required shall not exceed
9,0 N.
3.3 Dimensions- standard test connectors – Grade 0
3.3.1 Connector with pin-centre contact

A
0,013mm
Note7(See detail I)
Note 1 e
Note 6
A
∅0,025 mm
Note 2
Note 6
A
p
r
m
g
∅0,025 mm A
h
B
∅0,013 mm
Note 3 Detail I
j
B
n
IEC  098/13
Figure 4 – Connector with pin-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 4)

∅k
∅f
∅a
∅b
∅c
∅d
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Table 4 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (4)
b 9,05 —
c 10,05 —
d — 19,00
e — 9,60 (5)
f 1,64 1,66
g — 7,50
h 3,00 3,80
j 0,90 1,00
k — — (4)
m — 5,30
n 5,30 6,00
p — 2,30
r — 4,60
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane, surface roughness:
Ra = 0,8 µm.
(2) Design and location of the seal ring is optional, but shall meet
environmental requirement performance.
(3) Radius or angle, plane part is 0,25 mm max.
(4) Diameters are chosen to obtain a characteristic impedance of
50 Ω ± 0,5 Ω.
(5) Prefix locknut (maximal dimension).
(6) Chamfer.
(7) Design of spring is optional, providing it meets mechanical
requirements performance.
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3.3.2 Connector with socket-centre contact

0,013 mm A
Note1
i
h
g
f
50° ± 10°
A 30° ± 10°
A
∅0,025 mm
B
∅0,013 mm
Note2
Note4
n
B
m
IEC  099/13
Figure 5 – Connector with socket-centre contact
(for dim
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 3
INTRODUCTION . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative reference . 6
3 Mating face and gauge information . 6
3.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2 . 6
3.1.1 Connector with pin-centre contact . 6
3.1.2 Connector with socket-centre contact . 9
3.2 Gauges . 9
3.2.1 Gauge pins for socket-centre contact . 9
3.2.2 Test procedure . 10
3.3 Dimensions- standard test connectors – Grade 0. 11
3.3.1 Connector with pin-centre contact . 11
3.3.2 Connector with socket-centre contact . 13
4 Quality assessment procedure . 14
4.1 General . 14
4.2 Rating and characteristics (see Clause 6 of IEC 61169-1:1992) . 14
4.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements – Acceptance tests . 17
4.3.1 Acceptance tests . 17
4.3.2 Periodic tests. 18
4.4 Procedures . 20
4.4.1 Quality conformance inspection . 20
4.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance . 20
5 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications . 21
5.1 General . 21
5.2 Identification of the component . 21
5.3 Performance . 21
5.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters . 21
5.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities . 21
5.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for type CQN connector . 23

Figure 1 – Connector with pin-centre contact . 7
Figure 2 – Connector with socket-centre contact . 9
Figure 3 – Gauge pins for socket-centre contact . 9
Figure 4 – Connector with pin-centre contact . 11
Figure 5 – Connector with socket-centre contact . 13

Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact . 8
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact . 10
Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pins for socket-centre contact . 10
Table 4 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact . 12
Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact . 14
Table 6 – Rating and characteristics . 15
Table 7 – Acceptance tests . 17
Table 8 – Periodic tests . 18

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International Standard IEC 61169-42 has been prepared by subcommittee 46F: R.F. and
microwave passive components, of IEC technical committee 46: Cables, wires, waveguides,
R.F. connectors, R.F. and microwave passive components and accessories.
This first edition cancels and replaces the first edition of IEC/PAS 61169-42 published in 2009.
This bilingual version (2013-06) corresponds to the monolingual English version, published in
2013-01.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
CDV Report on voting
46F/142/CDV 46F/165/RVC
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.

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The French version of this standard has not been voted upon.
This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
A list of all parts of the IEC 61169 series, under the general title: Radio-frequency connectors,
can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
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• reconfirmed,
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that it contains colours which are considered to be useful for the correct
understanding of its contents. Users should therefore print this document using a
colour printer.
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 5 –
INTRODUCTION
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) draws attention to the fact that it is
claimed that compliance with this document may involve the use of a patent concerning the
design of these connectors given in Subclause 3.1.
IEC takes no position concerning the evidence, validity and scope of this patent right.
The holder of this patent right has assured the IEC that he/she is willing to negotiate licences
under reasonable and non-discriminatory terms and conditions with applicants throughout the
world. In this respect, the statement of the holder of this patent right is registered with IEC.
Information may be obtained from:
Mr. Qu jinliang
Address: Room 302, Gudai road 1266–48,Ghanghai 201102 China (021-54148062).
Shaanxi huada S&T CO., LTD
Address: No.3 Dianzixijie Electronic Indusrtrial Park, Xi’an P.R China
HUADA is the trade name of Shaanxi huada S&T CO., LTD. This information is given for the
information of users of this standard and does not constitute an endorsement by IEC of the
trademark holder or any of its products. Compliance to this profile does not require use of the
trade name HUADA. Use of the trade name HUADA requires permission from Shaanxi huada
S&T CO., LTD
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the
subject of patent rights other than those identified above. IEC shall not be held responsible for
identifying any or all such patent rights.
ISO (www.iso.org/patents) and IEC (http://patents.iec.ch) maintain on-line data bases of
patents relevant to their standards. Users are encouraged to consult the data bases for the
most up to date information concerning patents.

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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 42: Sectional specification for CQN series
quick lock RF coaxial connectors

1 Scope
This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules
for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for CQN series RF coaxial connectors, with
characteristic impedance of 50 Ω, with threaded coupling and operating frequency limit up to
11 GHz, used in wireless, microwave, telecommunication, and other fields, connecting with
RF cables or micro-strips.
It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, dimensional details
of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1,
applicable to all detail specifications relating to CQN series connectors.
This specification indicates the recommended performance characteristics to be considered
when writing a detail specification and it covers test schedules and inspection requirements
for assessment levels M and H (see Tables 8 and 9).
2 Normative reference
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 61169-1:1992, Radio-frequency connectors – Part 1: Generic specification – General
requirements and measuring methods
Amendment 1:1996
Amendment 2:1997
3 Mating face and gauge information
3.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2
3.1.1 Connector with pin-centre contact
Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for
reference purpose only.
_____________
There exists a consolidated edition 1.2 (1998) that comprises IEC 61169-1:1992, its Amendment 1:1996 and its
Amendment 2:1997.
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 7 –
e
Note 1
Note 7(see detail I)
Note 2
Note 6
Note 6
p
r
m
g
h
Detail I
Note 3
j
n
IEC  095/13
Figure 1 – Connector with pin-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 1)

∅k
∅f
∅a
∅b
∅c
∅d
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Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (4)
b 9,05 —
c 10,05 —
d — 19,00
e — 9,80 (5)
f 1,60 1,68
g — 7,60
h 2,72 4,00
j 0,80 1,00
k — — (4)
m — 5,30
n 5,00 6,28
p — 2,40
r — 4,70
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
(2) Design and location of the seal ring is optional, providing it meets
environmental requirement.
(3) Radius or angle, plane part is 0,25 mm max.
(4) Diameters are chosen to obtain a normal impedance of
50 Ω and meet electrical and mechanical requirements.
(5) Prefix locknut (maximal dimension)
(6) Chamfer.
(7) Design of spring is optional, providing it meets mechanical
requirements performance.
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 9 –
3.1.2 Connector with socket-centre contact

Note 1
i
h
g
f
50° ± 10°
30° ± 10°
Note 2
n
m
IEC  096/13
Figure 2 – Connector with socket-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 2)
3.2 Gauges
3.2.1 Gauge pins for socket-centre contact

30°
∅a
R0,4 mm
R0,4 mm max.
IEC  097/13
Figure 3 – Gauge pins for socket-centre contact
(for dimensions, see Table 3)
∅e
∅d
∅c
∅j
∅b
∅k
∅a
b
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Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (3)
b 8,30 8,50
c 8,70 8,90
d 8,90 9,00
e — 10
f 4,20 4,25
g 4,90 5,00
h 6,15 6,25
i 11,00 —
j — — (3)
k — — (2)
m 5,33 —
n 1,00 1,20
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
(2) Design of centre contact is optional, providing it meets electrical
and mechanical requirements.
(3) Diameters are chosen to obtain a normal impedance of 50 Ω and
meet electrical and mechanical requirements performance.

Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pins for socket-centre contact
Gauge A Gauge B
maximum material for sizing purposes minimum material for
measurement of retention force
mass of gauge: 56 g ± 2 g
Ref. mm mm
Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 1,680 1,685 1,595 1,600
b 1,72 2,92 1,72 2,92
Material: steel, polished, surface roughness: Ra=0,4 µm maximum.

3.2.2 Test procedure
The gauge A shall be inserted into the socket-centre contact three times with a minimum
depth of 1,72 mm. This is a sizing operation and should only be carried out when the socket-
centre contact is removed from the connector.
After this, the gauge B shall be inserted into socket-centre contact. The contact shall retain
the mass of the gauge in a vertical downward position. The test also shall be carried out on
connector when the socket-centre contact is not removed.

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Additional test:
At the conclusion of the tests and if prescribed in the DS, the force necessary to insert gauge
A shall be measured. When this additional test is required, the force required shall not exceed
9,0 N.
3.3 Dimensions- standard test connectors – Grade 0
3.3.1 Connector with pin-centre contact

A
0,013mm
Note7(See detail I)
Note 1 e
Note 6
A
∅0,025 mm
Note 2
Note 6
A
p
r
m
g
∅0,025 mm A
h
B
∅0,013 mm
Note 3 Detail I
j
B
n
IEC  098/13
Figure 4 – Connector with pin-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 4)

∅k
∅f
∅a
∅b
∅c
∅d
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Table 4 – Dimensions of connector with pin-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (4)
b 9,05 —
c 10,05 —
d — 19,00
e — 9,60 (5)
f 1,64 1,66
g — 7,50
h 3,00 3,80
j 0,90 1,00
k — — (4)
m — 5,30
n 5,30 6,00
p — 2,30
r — 4,60
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane, surface roughness:
Ra = 0,8 µm.
(2) Design and location of the seal ring is optional, but shall meet
environmental requirement performance.
(3) Radius or angle, plane part is 0,25 mm max.
(4) Diameters are chosen to obtain a characteristic impedance of
50 Ω ± 0,5 Ω.
(5) Prefix locknut (maximal dimension).
(6) Chamfer.
(7) Design of spring is optional, providing it meets mechanical
requirements performance.
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 13 –
3.3.2 Connector with socket-centre contact

0,013 mm A
Note1
i
h
g
f
50° ± 10°
A 30° ± 10°
A
∅0,025 mm
B
∅0,013 mm
Note2
Note4
n
B
m
IEC  099/13
Figure 5 – Connector with socket-centre contact
(for dimensions and notes, see Table 5)

∅e
∅d
∅c
∅j
∅b
∅k
∅a
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Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with socket-centre contact
Ref. mm Additional
notes
Min. Max.
a 7,00 nominal (3)
b 8,35  8,45
c 8,75 8,85
d 8,90 8,95
e — 10,00
f 4,20 4,25
g 4,90 4,95
h 6,15 6,20
i 11,00 —
j — — (3)
k    — — (4)
m 5,33 —
n 1,00 1,10
(1) Mechanical and electrical reference plane, surface roughness:
Ra = 0,8 µm.
(2) Remove flash carefully.
(3) Diameters are chosen to obtain a normal impedance of
50 Ω ± 0,5 Ω and meet electrical and mechanical requirements.
(4) Design of centre contact is optional, providing it meets electrical
and mechanical requirements.
4 Quality assessment procedure
4.1 General
Subclauses 4.2 to 4.4 provide recommended rating, performance and test conditions to be
considered when writing a detail specification. They also provide an appropriate schedule of
tests with minimum levels of conformance inspection sampling, together with the pro-forma
blank detail specification (BDS) and instructions for the preparation of a detail specification.
4.2 Rating and characteristics (see Clause 6 of IEC 61169-1:1992)
The values indicated below are recommended for CQN series RF connectors and are given
for the writer of the detail specification. They are applicable for the condition when the
connectors are fully mated.
Certain tests are listed without any recommended values being given. These tests will usually
not be required. When these tests are required, appropriate values shall be entered in the
detail specification at the discretion of the specification writer.

61169-42  IEC:2013 – 15 –
Table 6 – Rating and characteristics
Remarks,
IEC 61169-1:1992 deviations from
Rating and characteristics Values
Subclause standard
test method
Electrical
Nominal impedance
50 Ω
Frequency range  DC to 11 GHz Or upper frequency
limit of cable
a
Reflection factor 9.2.1
General connectors  DC to 3 GHz:
- straight styles 0,07 max.
3 GHz to 6 GHz
0,09 max.
6 GHz to 11 GHz
0,13 max
- right-angle styles  See DS
- component mounting styles  See DS
- solder bucket and PCB mounting styles See DS
b
Centre contact resistance 9.2.3
- initial ≤1,0 mΩ
- after conditioning
≤1,5 mΩ
b
Outer conductor continuity 9.2.3
- initial ≤0,25 mΩ
- after conditioning
≤1,0 mΩ
Insulation resistance 9.2.5
- initial
≥5 000 MΩ
- after conditioning
≥200 M
c,d
Proof voltage at sea-level 9.2.6
- uncabled styles 2 500 V
- semi-rigid 0,141 in (3,58 mm) diameter  1 000 V
- semi-rigid 0,086 in (2,16 mm) diameter 750 V
c,d
Proof voltage at 4,4 kPa 9.2.6
- uncabled styles  450 V 4,4 kPa
approximately
- semi-rigid 0,141 in (3,58 mm) diameter  450 V
equivalent to 20 km
- semi-rigid 0,086 in (2,16 mm) diameter  180 V
c,d
Environmental test voltage at sea-level 9.2.6
- uncabled styles 1 000 V
- semi-rigid 0,141 in (3,58 mm) diameter 1 000 V
- semi-rigid 0,086 in (2,16 mm) diameter 400 V
c,d
Environmental test voltage at 4,4 kPa 9.2.6
- uncabled styles 200 V 4,4 kPa
approximately
- semi-rigid 0,141 in (3,58 mm) diameter  200 V
equivalent to 20 km
- semi-rigid 0,086 in (2,16 mm) diameter 90 V

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Remarks,
IEC 61169-1:1992 deviations from
Rating and characteristics Values
Subclause standard
test method
Screening effectiveness (straight style 9.2.8
≥90 dB at 1 GHz
g
only)
Passive intermodulation  See DS
Discharge test (corona effect) 9.2.9 See DS Extinction voltage
Mechanical
Gauge retention force (resilient contacts)
- centre 9.3.4
≥0,56 N
Centre contact captivation  9.3.5 Maximum
displacement
- axial force  28 N
0,25 mm in each
direction
Engagement and separation 9.3.6 Can be carried out
≤30 N
by hand
Technical tests on cable fixing
- cable rotation (nutation) 9.3.7.2 See DS

- cable pulling 9.3.8 See DS
- cable bending 9.3.9 See DS
- cable torsion   9.3.10 See DS
Tensile strength of coupling mechanism 9.3.11
≥450 N
f
Bending moment 9.3.12 na
Vibration 9.3.3 100 m/s  10 g
n
10 Hz to 2 000 Hz
Shock 9.3.14 500 m/s 50 g
n
1/2 sine wave
11 ms
Environmental
Climatic category 9.4.2 A 55/125/21
B 40/085/21
Sealing non-hermetic 9.4.5.1 100 kPa to110 kPa
≤100 KPa·cm /h
differential
Hermetic 9.4.5.2 100 kPa to 110 kPa
–3 3
≤10 Pa·cm /s
differential
Salt mist 9.4.6 48 h spray
Endurance
Mechanical endurance 9.5 200 operations
e
High temperature endurance 9.6 A:250 h at 125 °C
B:250 h at 85 °C
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 17 –
a
These values apply to basic connector. In practice, these may be influenced by the cable used and
reference should always be made to the actual values given in the detail specification.
b
Values for a single pair of connectors.
c
Voltages are r.m.s. values of a.c. at 40 Hz to 65 Hz, unless otherwise specified.
d
Some cables usable with these connectors have ratings lower than the values given here.
e
For certain connectors, the upper temperature limit is restricted by the cable characteristics. Reference
should be made to the relevant cable specification. When semi-rigid and semi-flexible cables are used, the
upper temperature is limited to 115 °C maximum.
f
na - not applicable.
g
When interfaces are fully mated.

4.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements – Acceptance tests
4.3.1 Acceptance tests
Table 7 – Acceptance tests
Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC 61169-
1:1992
Test Test
IL AQL % Period IL AQL % Period
Subclause
required required
Group A1
Visual 9.1.2 a II 1,0 S-3 1,5
a
examination
Group B1
Lot Lot
Outline dimension 9.1.3.1 a S-4 0,40 a S-3 4,0

Mechanical
compatibility
9.1.3.3 a II 1,0 a S-3 1,5
By By
Engagement and
separation
9.3.6 a S-4 0,40 a S-3 1,5
Gauge retention 9.3.4 ia II 1,0 Lot ia S-3 1,5 Lot
(resilient contacts)
Sealing
non-hermetic 9.4.5.1 ia II 0,65 ia S-3 1,0
hermetic 9.4.5.2 ia II 0,015 ia II 0,025

Voltage proof 9.2.6 a S-4 0,40 a II 4,0
Solderability (d) 9.3.2.1.1 ia S-4 0,40 ia S-3 4,0
Insulation 9.2.5 a S-4 0,40 a S-3 4,0
resistance
For the symbols, abbreviations and procedures, see the end of Table 8.

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4.3.2 Periodic tests
There are no group C tests for levels H and M.
Table 8 – Periodic tests
Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC 61169- Number Permitted Number Permitted
Test  Test
1:1992 of failures Period of failures Period
required required
a a
Subclause specimens per group specimens per group
Group D1 (d)
Solderability 9.3.2.1.1 ia ia
- connector
assemblies
Resistance to 9.3.2.1.2 ia ia
soldering heat
Mechanical
tests on cable
fixing
- cable rotation
9.3.7.2 ia 6 1 3 years ia 3 1
(nutation)
years
- cable pulling
9.3.8 ia ia
- cable bending
9.3.9 ia ia
- cable torsion
9.3.10 ia ia
Bending 9.3.12 a a
moment
Strength of 9.3.11 ia ia
coupling
mechanism
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 19 –
Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC 61169- Test Number Permitted Period  Test Number Permitted Period
1:1992 required of failures required of failures
a a
Subclause specimens per group specimens per group
Group D2
(d)
a
Contact 9.2.3 a
resistance
Outer
conductor
and screen
continuity
Centre
conductor 6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
continuity
Bump 9.3.13 na na
Vibration 9.3.3 a a
Shock 9.3.14 a a
Damp heat, 9.4.3 a a
steady state
Salt mist 9.4.6 a a
Group D3  3 years 3 years
Dimensions 9.1.3.2 a a
b b
1 1 1 1
piece part
and
materials
Group D4
(d)
9.5 a a
Mechanical
endurance
6 1 3 years 3 1 3 years
High 9.6 a a
temperature
endurance
Sulphur 9.4.8 na na
dioxide
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Assessment level M (higher) Assessment level H (lower)
IEC 61169- Test Number Permitted Period  Test Number Permitted Period
1:1992 required of failures required of failures
a a
Subclause specimens per group specimens per group
Group D5 (d)
Reflection 9.2.1 a a
factor
Screening 9.2.8 a 6 1 a 3 1 3 years
years
effectiveness
Water 9.2.7 ia ia
Immersion
Group D6 (d)
Contact 9.3.5 ia ia
captivation
Discharge test 9.2.9 a a
(corona effect)
6 1 3 1 3 years
years
Rapid change 9.4.4 a a
of
temperature
Climatic
9.4.2 a a
sequence
Group D7 (d)
Resistance to 9.7 na na
c c
1 1 1 1 3 years
solvents and
years
contamination
fluids
ABBREVIATIONS:
a - applicable
na - not applicable
ia - test required (if technically applicable)
(d) - destructive test - specimens shall not be returned to stock
IL - Inspection level
AQL - acceptable quality level
a
For qualification approval, a total of 2 failures only permitted for level H and 1 failure only permitted for level M from groups D1 to
D7.
b
One set of piece parts each style and variant unless using common piece parts.
c
Group D7 - number of pairs for each solvent.

4.4 Procedures
4.4.1 Quality conformance inspection
This shall consist of test group A1 and B1 on a lot-by-lot basis and test group D1 to D7 on a
periodic basis.
4.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance
This still consists of three consecutive lots passing test groups A1 and B1 followed by
selection of specimens from the lots as appropriate. These specimens shall successfully pass
the specified periodic D tests.

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5 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications
5.1 General
Detail specifications (DS) writers shall use the appropriate BDS pro-forma. The following
pages comprise the pro-forma BDS dedicated for use with 50 Ω type CQN connectors. As
such, it will already have entered on it information relating to
a) the basic specification number applicable to all the detail specifications covering
connector styles of the type covered by the sectional specification;
b) the connector series designation.
The specification writer should enter the details relating to the connector style/variant(s) to be
covered as indicated. The numbers in brackets on the BDS pro-forma correspond to the
following indications which shall be given.
5.2 Identification of the component
(5) Enter the following details:
Style: The style designation of the connector including type of
fixing and sealing, if applicable.
Attachment: By deletion of the inapplicable options of cable/wire: given
for centre and outer conductors.
Special features and markings: As applicable.
(6) Enter details of assessment level and the climatic category.
(7) A reproduction of the outline drawing and details of the panel piercing, if applicable. It
shall provide the maximum envelope dimensions, also the position of the reference
plane and, in the case of a fixed connector, the position of the mounting plane(s)
relative to the front face of the connector.
Any maximum panel thickness limitations for fixed connectors shall be stated.
(8) Particulars of all variants covered by the DS. As appropriate, the information shall
include:
• cable types (or sizes) applicable to each variant;
• alternative plated or protective finishes;
• details of alternative mounting flanges having either tapped or plain mounting holes;
• details of alternative solder spills or solder buckets including, when applicable,
those for use with microwave integrated circuit (MIC) components.
5.3 Performance
(9) Performance data listing the most important characteristics of the connector taking into
account the recommended values in 4.2 of this specification. Deviations from the
minimum requirements shall be clearly indicated. Non-applicable parameters shall be
marked ‘na’.
5.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters
(10) Insert marking and ordering information as appropriate, together with details of related
documents and any invoked structural similarity.
5.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities
(11) ‘na’ shall be used to indicate non-applicable tests. All tests marked ‘a’ by the detail
specification writer shall be mandatory.
When using the normal procedure with a dedicated BDS, the letter ‘a’ – for applicable –
shall be entered in the ‘Test required’ column against each of the tests indicated as
being mandatory in the test schedule as in 4.3 of this specification. Any additional tests
required at the discretion of the specification writer shall also be indicated by an ‘a’.

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The specification writer shall also indicate, when necessary, details of deviations from
the standard test methods and test conditions, including any relevant deviations given in
the test schedule of the sectional specification.

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5.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for type CQN connector
The following pages contain the complete BDS pro-forma.
(1)
Page 1 of 10
ELECTRONIC COMPONENT OF ASSESSED (4) ISSUE
QUALITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
GENERIC SPECIFICATION IEC 61169-1 .
SECTIONAL SPECIFICATION IEC 61169-42
NATIONAL REFERENCE .
(5) Detail specification for type CQN
Radio frequency coaxial connector of assessed quality
Style:. Special features and markings
Method of cable/wire+ attachment centre conductor – solder/crimp+
outer conductor – solder/clamp/crimp +
+ delete as appropriate
(6) Assessment level. Characteristic impedance 50 Ω Climatic category./././
(7) Outline and maximum dimensions Panel piercing and mounting details
(8) Variants
Variant No. Description of variant 61196 IEC
01. . . . . .
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. ............. .............
............. ............. ............. ............. .............
Information about manufacturers who have components qualified to this detail specification under the IECQ
Conformity Assessment System, is available through IECQ on-line certificate system.

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(9) Performance (including limiting conditions of use)
Remarks including any
IEC 61169-1:1992
Ratings and characteristics Value deviations from standard test
Subclause
methods
Electrical
Nominal impedance
50 Ω
Frequency range  0 GHz to Measurement frequency range
11 GHz
Reflection factor 9.2.1
Variant No.
...........
Designation
...........
01. .
........... ...........
............
Centre contact resistance 9.2.3 Initial
≤ .mΩ
After conditioning
≤.mΩ
Centre conductor 01. 9.2.3 Resistance change due to
.............mΩ
continuity . conditioning
.............mΩ
............
.............mΩ
..............
.............mΩ
Outer contact continuity 9.2.3 Initial
≤ .mΩ
After conditioning
≤.mΩ
Insulation resistance 9.2.5 Initial
≥.GΩ
After conditioning
≥.GΩ
#+ Proof voltage at sea 01. 9.2.6 .kV 86 kPa to 106 kPa
level . .kV
............ ..............kV
.............. ..............kV
#+ Proof voltage at 01. 9.2.6 .V .kPa (if not 4,4 kPa)
4,4 kPa . .V
............ ...............V
.............. ...............V
#+ Environment test 01. 9.2.6 .V 86 kPa to 106 kPa
voltage at sea level . .V
............ ...............V
.............. ...............V
Environment test voltage 01. 9.2.6 .V .kPa (if not 4,4 kPa)
at 4,4 kPa . .V
............ ...............V
.............. ...............V
Screening effectiveness 01. 9.2.8
≥ dB at.GHz Z ≤.Ω
t
...........
............
..............
ADDITIONAL
ELECTRICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
+ Voltage values are r.m.s. values at 50 Hz to 60 Hz, unless otherwise specified.

61169-42  IEC:2013 – 25 –
Remarks including any
IEC 61169-1:1992
Ratings and characteristics Value deviations from standard test
Subclause
methods
Mechanical
Soldering 9.3.2.1.1
- bit size .
Gauge retention resilient  For gauging detail, see Figure 3
contacts 9.3.4 and Table 3
...............
- inner contact
- outer contact
Centre contact captivation 9.3.5
- axial force .N
- permitted displacement in .mm
each direction
Engagement and 9.3.6 Achievable by hand
separation
- axial force
Effectiveness of cable
fixing against
- cable rotation 01. 9.3.7.2 Rotations
........... .................
............ ..................
.............. .................
- cable pulling 01. 9.3.8 .N Point of application and duration
........... ...........
………mm………s
............ ............
.............. ..............
………mm………s
………mm………s
………mm………s
- cable bending 01. 9.3.9 .Cycles Length of cable and mass
........... ........... ................. ..........
............ ............ ................. ..........
.............. .............. ................. ..........
- cable torsion 01. 9.3.10 .Nm Duration of applied torque
........... ...........
…………s
............ ............
.............. ..............
…………s
…………s
…………s
…………s
Bending moment 9.3.12 .Nm Relative to reference plane
Vibration 9.3.3 .m/s (.g acceleration)
n
......to....Hz
ADDITIONAL
MECHANICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
– 26 – 61169-42  IEC:2013
Remarks, including any
IEC 61169-1:1992
Ratings and characteristics Value deviations from standard test
Subclause
methods
Environmental
Climatic category  ././.
Sealing non-hermetically 9.4.5.1 .cm /h 100 kPa to 110 kPa pressure
sealed connectors differential
–5 3
Sealing hermetically sealed 9.4.5.2 10 bar/cm /h 100 kPa to 110 kPa pressure
connectors differential
Water immersion 9.2.7
Salt mist 9.4.6 ….…….h Duration of spraying
ADDITIONAL
ENVIRONMENTAL
CHARACTERISTICS
ENDURANCE
Mechanical 9.5 ….operations
High temperature 9.6 .h
at.°C
ADDITIONAL ENDURANCE
CHARACTERISTICS
CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION
Resistance to solvents and 9.7 .
contaminating fluids to be .
used .
Applicable fluids
Sulphur dioxide 9.4.8
61169-42  IEC:2013 – 27 –
(10) Supplementary information
‒ Marking of the component: in accordance with 11.1 of IEC 61169-1:1992 in the following order of
preference:
1) Identity of manufacture:     ….………………………………………………….

2) Manufacturing date code:
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