IEC 61169-59:2017
(Main)Radio-frequency connectors - Part 59: Sectional specification for type L32-4 and L32-5 threaded multi-pin radio-frequency connectors
Radio-frequency connectors - Part 59: Sectional specification for type L32-4 and L32-5 threaded multi-pin radio-frequency connectors
IEC 61169-59:2017, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for type L32-4 and L32-5 threaded multi-pin radio frequency connectors with anti mismating mechanism, 50 Ω nominal impedance. The operating frequency of each channel is up to 4 GHz. These connectors have been widely used in mobile communication system like TD-SCDMA and TD-LTE, and can also be used in some similar equipment.
It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to type L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors.
This sectional specification provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications for type L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors together with the pro forma blank detail specification.
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.
Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques - Partie 59: Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques multibroches filetés de type L32-4 et L32-5
l’IEC 61169-59:2017, qui est une spécification intermédiaire (SS), fournit des informations et des règles pour l'établissement de spécifications particulières (DS) relatives aux connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques multibroches filetés de type L32-4 et L32-5 disposant d’un mécanisme de protection contre les erreurs d’accouplement et présentant une impédance nominale de 50 Ω. La fréquence de fonctionnement de chaque canal s’étend jusqu’à 4 GHz. Ces connecteurs sont couramment utilisés au sein de systèmes de communication mobile tels que TD-SCDMA et TD-LTE, et peuvent également être utilisés dans d’autres matériels similaires.
La présente spécification intermédiaire prescrit également les dimensions de la face d’accouplement pour les connecteurs à usage général de grade 2, les informations relatives au calibre et les essais choisis à partir de l’IEC 61169-1, applicables à toutes les spécifications particulières relatives aux connecteurs multibroches de type L32-4 et L32-5.
La présente spécification intermédiaire fournit les informations et les règles destinées à l'établissement de spécifications particulières pour les connecteurs multibroches de type L32-4 et L32-5 ainsi que la spécification particulière-cadre pro forma.
Cette spécification indique les caractéristiques de performance recommandées à prendre en compte lors de l’écriture d’une spécification particulière et elle couvre les programmes d’essai et les exigences de contrôle pour les niveaux d’assurance M et H.
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................... 4
1 Scope .............................................................................................................................. 6
2 Normative references ...................................................................................................... 6
3 Terms and definitions ...................................................................................................... 6
4 Mating face and gauge information .................................................................................. 7
4.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2 .......................................................... 7
4.1.1 Connector with pin contact ............................................................................... 7
4.1.2 Connector with socket contact ......................................................................... 9
4.1.3 Mating face of RF channel ............................................................................. 12
4.2 Gauges ................................................................................................................. 13
4.2.1 Gauge for socket centre contact ................................................................... 13
4.2.2 Gauge for type L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ....................................... 14
4.2.3 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts .............................................. 15
4.2.4 Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts ......................................... 16
4.2.5 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ......................................... 17
5 Quality assessment procedure ....................................................................................... 19
5.1 General ................................................................................................................. 19
5.2 Rating and characteristics ..................................................................................... 19
5.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements........................................................... 21
5.3.1 Acceptance tests ........................................................................................... 21
5.3.2 Periodic tests ................................................................................................. 22
5.4 Procedures for the qualification approval .............................................................. 24
5.4.1 Quality conformance inspection ..................................................................... 24
5.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance .................................................... 24
5.4.3 Periodic tests ................................................................................................. 24
5.4.4 Procedures for quality conformance ............................................................... 24
6 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications ........................................................ 25
6.1 General ................................................................................................................. 25
6.2 Identification of the component ............................................................................. 25
6.3 Performance ......................................................................................................... 25
6.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters ................................................ 25
6.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities ................................................... 25
6.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for Type L32-4 and L32-5 threadedmulti-pin radio frequency connectors ..................................................................... 26
7 Marking ......................................................................................................................... 31
7.1 Marking of component ........................................................................................... 31
7.2 Marking and contents of package .......................................................................... 31
Annex A (normative) Isolation test method ........................................................................... 32
A.1 Preparation of test sample .................................................................................... 32
A.2 Test procedure ...................................................................................................... 32
Figure 1 – L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ....................................................................... 7
Figure 2 – L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ....................................................................... 8
Figure 3 – L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts .................................................................. 9
Figure 4 – L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ................................................................ 11
Figure 5 – Mating face of RF channel ................................................................................... 12
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Figure 6 – Gauge for socket contact of RF channel ............................................................... 13
Figure 7 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ..................................................... 14
Figure 8 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ..................................................... 15
Figure 9 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts ............................................... 16
Figure 10 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ............................................. 18
Table 1 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ................................................. 8
Table 2 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ................................................. 9
Table 3 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts .......................................... 10
Table 4 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts .......................................... 11
Table 5 – Dimensions of the mating face of RF channel ........................................................ 13
Table 6 – Dimensions of gauge for socket contact ................................................................ 14
Table 7 – Dimensions of gauge L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ..................................... 15
Table 8 – Dimensions of gauge L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ..................................... 16
Table 9 – Dimensions of gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts ......................... 17
Table 10 – Dimensions of gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ....................... 18
Table 11 – Rating and characteristics ................................................................................... 20
Table 12 – Acceptance tests ................................................................................................. 22
Table 13 – Periodic tests ...................................................................................................... 23
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Part 59: Sectional specification for type L32-4 and L32-5
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International Standard IEC 61169-59 has been prepared by subcommittee 46F: RF and
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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 59: Sectional specification for type L32-4 and L32-5
threaded multi-pin radio-frequency 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 type L32-4 and L32-5 threaded multi-pin
radio frequency connectors with anti mismating mechanism, 50 Ω nominal impedance. The
operating frequency of each channel is up to 4 GHz. These connectors have been widely used
in mobile communication system like TD-SCDMA and TD-LTE, and can also be used in some
similar equipment.It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, gauging information
and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to type
L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors.This sectional specification provides information and rules for the preparation of detail
specifications for type L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors together with the pro forma blank
detail specification.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.NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions.
All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their
content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition
cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including
any amendments) applies.IEC 61169-1:2013, Radio frequency connectors – Part 1: Generic specification – General
requirements and measuring methodsIEC 61726, Cable assemblies, cables, connectors and passive microwave components –
Screening attenuation measurement by the reverberation chamber methodIEC 62037 (all parts), Passive RF and microwave devices, intermodulation level measurement
3 Terms and definitionsNo terms and definitions are listed in this document.
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4 Mating face and gauge information
4.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2
4.1.1 Connector with pin contact
4.1.1.1 L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
The mating face of L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts is shown in Figure 1 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 1.Main groove
36°
Note6
144° 1
108°
5Pin EQS
0.1 A B C
Note5
180°
2Supplementary groove
Note3
Note2
Note1
Note4
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Chamfer of three grooves is optional.
NOTE 3 The mating face of RF channel with pin contact is shown in Figure 5a) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 4 The shape of seal ring is optional.
NOTE 5 Anti-mismating pin.
NOTE 6 The initial position number of RF channel with pin contact and the other positions numbered clockwise.
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Table 1 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,0 6,1
b 6,0 6,2
c 7,5 7,6
d M32X1,5-6g
e 14,4 14,5
f 6,0 –
g 9,5 9,7
h 24,0 –
k 27,0 27,1
m 2,1 2,2
n 16,5
4.1.1.2 L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
The mating face of L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts is shown in Figure 2 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 2.D-D
Main groove
Note6
36°
Note5
144°
108°
5Pin EQS
0.1
A B C
180°
Supplementary groove
Note3
Note2
Note4
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Chamfer of three grooves is optional.
NOTE 3 The mating face of RF channel with pin contact is shown in Figure 5a) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 4 The shape of seal ring is optional.
NOTE 5 Anti-mismating pin.
NOTE 6 The initial position number of RF channel with pin contact and the other positions numbered clockwise.
Figure 2 – L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts---------------------- Page: 10 ----------------------
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Table 2 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,0 6,1
b 6,0 6,2
c 7,5 7,6
d M32X1,5-6g
e 14,4 14,5
f 6,0 --
g 9,5 9,7
h 24,0 --
k 27,0 27,1
m 2,1 2,2
n 16,5
16,52
4.1.2 Connector with socket contact
4.1.2.1 L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
The mating face of L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts is shown in Figure 3 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 3.Main key
Note5 36°
Note4
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
0.1 A B C
Note2
2Supplementary key
180°
Note3
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 The mating face of RF channel with socket contact is shown in Figure 5b) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 3 Anti-mismating socket.
NOTE 4 The shape of key of shell is optional.
NOTE 5 The initial position number of RF channel with socket contact and the other positions numbered anti-
clockwise.Figure 3 – L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
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Table 3 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 --
c 7,7 7,8
d M32X1,5-7H
e 14,2 14,3
f 7,6 8,0
g -- 0,8
h 6,8 --
i 0,08 0,3
j 11,5 11,7
k 26,6 26,7
l 34,9 35,0
m 1,9 2,0
n 16,5
16,52
p 5,8 6,1
4.1.2.2 L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
The mating face of L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts is shown in Figure 4 and its
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D-D
Main key
Note3
36°
Note4
Note5
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
180°
0.1 A B C
Note2
2Supplementary key
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 The mating face of RF channel with socket contact is shown in Figure 5b) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 3 Anti-mismating socket.
NOTE 4 The shape of key of shell is optional.
NOTE 5 The initial position number of RF channel with socket contact and the other positions numbered anti-
clockwise.Figure 4 – L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
Table 4 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 –
c 7,7 7,8
d M32X1,5-7H
e 14,2 14,3
f 7,6 8,0
g – 0,8
h 6,8 –
i 0,08 0,3
j 11,5 11,7
k 26,6 26,7
l 34,9 35,0
m 1,9 2,0
n 16,5 16,52
p 5,8 6,1
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4.1.3 Mating face of RF channel
The mating face of RF channel with pin contact is shown in Figure 5a), the mating face of RF
channel with socket contact is shown in Figure 5b), their dimensions are shown as Table 5.
Note160°
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a) RF channel with pin contact
Note1
Detail A
Note2
Detail A
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b) RF channel with socket contact
NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 The position of floating outer conductor in free state and its slot design is optional.
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Table 5 – Dimensions of the mating face of RF channel
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 0,00 0,25
b 0,00 0,25
c 1,27 –
d – 2,54
f 0,902 0,935
g 0,00 0,10
h 0,00 0,25
i 0,08 0,30
j 2,67 –
k 0,00 0,25
– –
– –
0,3 –
a It is assumed that the mechanical and electrical requirements are met with the chosen dimension for pin
Φ0,902 mm to Φ0,935 mm,b Slot design is optional, as soon as it meets the mechanical and electrical requirements.
c 0,2 mm to 0,3 mm of radial displacement is allowed when mating of RF channel with pin contact.
4.2 Gauges4.2.1 Gauge for socket centre contact
The gauge for socket contact of RF channel is shown in Figure 6 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 6.IEC
Figure 6 – Gauge for socket contact of RF channel
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Table 6 – Dimensions of gauge for socket contact
Ref. Gauge A Gauge B Gauge C
(For sizing purpose) (For insertion purpose)
(For retention purpose)
Mass of gauge:28 g
mm mm mm
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 0,950 0,955 0,935 0,940 0,899 0,902
b 0,76 1,14 1,27 1,91 1,27 1,91
Material: steel, polished. Surface roughness: Ra ≤0,4 μm.
Test procedure:
a) Sizing test
The gauge A should insert the socket centre contact of RF channel three times; this is a
sizing operation.b) Insertion test
Following the sizing operation, if specified in the detail specification, the force necessary
to insert Gauge B fully into the socket centre contact shall be measured. When this test is
required, the insertion force shall not exceed 8,9 N.c) Retention test
After sizing or insertion test, the gauge C shall be inserted into the socket centre contact.
The contact shall retain the mass of the gauge C in a vertical downward position.
4.2.2 Gauge for type L32-5 connector with 5 pin contactsThe gauge for type L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts is shown in Figure 7 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 7.Main key
Note2 36°
Detail A
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
0.08 A B C
180°
Note1
2Supplementary key
Detail A
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Anti-mismating socket.
Figure 7 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
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Table 7 – Dimensions of gauge L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 –
c 0,935 0,940
d 2,67 –
e 14,4 14,5
g – 0,8
k 26,65 26,70
m 1,95 2,00
n 16,48 16,52
Test procedure:
Mechanical compatibility test: The gauge should insert the L32-5 connector with 5 pin
contacts three times, and then measure the insertion force; the insertion force should be not
less than 50 N.4.2.3 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
The gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts is shown in Figure 8 and its dimensions
are shown in Table 8.E-E
Main key
36°
Note2
Detail D
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
0.08 A B C
180°
2Supplementary key
Note1
Detail D
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Anti-mismating socket.
Figure 8 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
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Table 8 – Dimensions of gauge L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 –
c 0,935 0,940
d 2,67 –
e 14,4 14,5
g – 0,8
k 26,65 26,70
m 1,95 2,00
n 16,48 16,52
Test procedure:
Mechanical compatibility test: The gauge should insert the L32-4 connector with 4 pin
contacts three times, and then measure the insertion force; the insertion force should be not
less than 50 N.4.2.4 Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
The gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts is shown in Figure 9 and its dimensions
are shown in Table 9.Main groove
36°
Detail D
144°
108°
5Pin EQS
0.08 A B C Note3
180°
Note2
2Supplementary groove
Detail D
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Chamfer of three grooves is optional.
NOTE 3 Anti-mismating pin.
Figure 9 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
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Table 9 – Dimensions of gauge for L32-5 connector
with 5 socket contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,0 6,1
b 6,0 6,2
c 7,5 7,6
d 29,8 30,0
e 14,4 14,5
g 6,0 –
k 27,00 27,05
m 2,10 2,15
n 16,48 16,52
w 0,899 0,902
x 1,27 1,91
y – 2,54
z 0,10 0,30
Test procedure:
Mechanical compatibility test: The gauge should insert the L32-5 connector with socket
contact three times, and then measure the insertion force; the insertion force should be not
less than 50 N.4.2.5 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
The gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts is shown in Figure 10 and its
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B E-E
Main groove
36°
Note3
Detail D
144°
108° C
5Pin EQS
0.08 A B C
180°
2Supplementary groove
Note2
Detail D
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Chamfer of three grooves is optional.
NOTE 3 Anti-mismating pin.
Figure 10 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
Table 10 – Dimensions of gauge for L32-4 connector
with 4 socket contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,0 6,1
b 6,0 6,2
c 7,5 7,6
d 29,8 30,0
e 14,4 14,5
g 6,0 –
k 27,00 27,05
m 2,10 2,15
n 16,48 16,52
w 0,899 0,902
x 1,27 1,91
y – 2,54
z 0,10 0,30
Test procedure:
Mechanical compatibility test: The gauge should insert the L32-4 connector with 4 socket
contacts three times, and then measure the insertion force; the insertion force should be not
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................... 4
1 Scope .............................................................................................................................. 6
2 Normative references ...................................................................................................... 6
3 Terms and definitions ...................................................................................................... 6
4 Mating face and gauge information .................................................................................. 7
4.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2 .......................................................... 7
4.1.1 Connector with pin contact ............................................................................... 7
4.1.2 Connector with socket contact ......................................................................... 9
4.1.3 Mating face of RF channel ............................................................................. 12
4.2 Gauges ................................................................................................................. 13
4.2.1 Gauge for socket centre contact ................................................................... 13
4.2.2 Gauge for type L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ....................................... 14
4.2.3 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts .............................................. 15
4.2.4 Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts ......................................... 16
4.2.5 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ......................................... 17
5 Quality assessment procedure ....................................................................................... 19
5.1 General ................................................................................................................. 19
5.2 Rating and characteristics ..................................................................................... 19
5.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements........................................................... 21
5.3.1 Acceptance tests ........................................................................................... 21
5.3.2 Periodic tests ................................................................................................. 22
5.4 Procedures for the qualification approval .............................................................. 24
5.4.1 Quality conformance inspection ..................................................................... 24
5.4.2 Qualification approval and its maintenance .................................................... 24
5.4.3 Periodic tests ................................................................................................. 24
5.4.4 Procedures for quality conformance ............................................................... 24
6 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications ........................................................ 25
6.1 General ................................................................................................................. 25
6.2 Identification of the component ............................................................................. 25
6.3 Performance ......................................................................................................... 25
6.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters ................................................ 25
6.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities ................................................... 26
6.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for Type L32-4 and L32-5 threadedmulti-pin radio frequency connectors ..................................................................... 26
7 Marking ......................................................................................................................... 31
7.1 Marking of component ........................................................................................... 31
7.2 Marking and contents of package .......................................................................... 31
Annex A (normative) Isolation test method ........................................................................... 32
A.1 Preparation of test sample .................................................................................... 32
A.2 Test procedure ...................................................................................................... 32
Figure 1 – L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ....................................................................... 7
Figure 2 – L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ....................................................................... 8
Figure 3 – L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts .................................................................. 9
Figure 4 – L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ................................................................ 11
Figure 5 – Mating face of RF channel ................................................................................... 12
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Figure 6 – Gauge for socket contact of RF channel ............................................................... 13
Figure 7 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ..................................................... 14
Figure 8 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ..................................................... 15
Figure 9 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts ............................................... 16
Figure 10 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ............................................. 18
Table 1 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ................................................. 8
Table 2 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ................................................. 9
Table 3 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts .......................................... 10
Table 4 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts .......................................... 11
Table 5 – Dimensions of the mating face of RF channel ........................................................ 13
Table 6 – Dimensions of gauge for socket contact ................................................................ 14
Table 7 – Dimensions of gauge L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts ..................................... 15
Table 8 – Dimensions of gauge L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts ..................................... 16
Table 9 – Dimensions of gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts ......................... 17
Table 10 – Dimensions of gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts ....................... 18
Table 11 – Rating and characteristics ................................................................................... 20
Table 12 – Acceptance tests ................................................................................................. 22
Table 13 – Periodic tests ...................................................................................................... 23
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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 59: Sectional specification for type L32-4 and L32-5
threaded multi-pin radio-frequency connectors
FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 61169-59 has been prepared by subcommittee 46F: RF and
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RF connectors, RF and microwave passive components and accessories.The text of this International Standard is based on the following documents:
CDV Report on voting
46F/351/CDV 46F/362/RVC
Full information on the voting for the approval of this International Standard can be found in
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This document 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 document will remain unchanged until the
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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –
Part 59: Sectional specification for type L32-4 and L32-5
threaded multi-pin radio-frequency 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 type L32-4 and L32-5 threaded multi-pin
radio frequency connectors with anti mismating mechanism, 50 Ω nominal impedance. The
operating frequency of each channel is up to 4 GHz. These connectors have been widely used
in mobile communication system like TD-SCDMA and TD-LTE, and can also be used in some
similar equipment.It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, gauging information
and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to type
L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors.This sectional specification provides information and rules for the preparation of detail
specifications for type L32-4 and L32-5 multi-pin connectors together with the pro forma blank
detail specification.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.NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions.
All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference purpose only.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their
content constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition
cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including
any amendments) applies.IEC 61169-1:2013, Radio frequency connectors – Part 1: Generic specification – General
requirements and measuring methodsIEC 61726, Cable assemblies, cables, connectors and passive microwave components –
Screening attenuation measurement by the reverberation chamber methodIEC 62037 (all parts), Passive RF and microwave devices, intermodulation level measurement
3 Terms and definitionsNo terms and definitions are listed in this document.
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4 Mating face and gauge information
4.1 Dimensions – General connectors – Grade 2
4.1.1 Connector with pin contact
4.1.1.1 L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
The mating face of L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts is shown in Figure 1 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 1.Main groove
36°
Note6
144° 1
108°
5Pin EQS
0.1 A B C
Note5
180°
2Supplementary groove
Note3
Note2
Note1
Note4
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Chamfer of three grooves is optional.
NOTE 3 The mating face of RF channel with pin contact is shown in Figure 5a) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 4 The shape of seal ring is optional.
NOTE 5 Anti-mismating pin.
NOTE 6 The initial position number of RF channel with pin contact and the other positions numbered clockwise.
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Table 1 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,0 6,1
b 6,0 6,2
c 7,5 7,6
d M32X1,5-6g
e 14,4 14,5
f 6,0 –
g 9,5 9,7
h 24,0 –
k 27,0 27,1
m 2,1 2,2
n 16,5
4.1.1.2 L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
The mating face of L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts is shown in Figure 2 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 2.D-D
Main groove
Note6
36°
Note5
144°
108°
5Pin EQS
0.1
A B C
180°
Supplementary groove
Note3
Note2
Note4
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Chamfer of three grooves is optional.
NOTE 3 The mating face of RF channel with pin contact is shown in Figure 5a) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 4 The shape of seal ring is optional.
NOTE 5 Anti-mismating pin.
NOTE 6 The initial position number of RF channel with pin contact and the other positions numbered clockwise.
Figure 2 – L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts---------------------- Page: 10 ----------------------
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Table 2 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,0 6,1
b 6,0 6,2
c 7,5 7,6
d M32X1,5-6g
e 14,4 14,5
f 6,0 --
g 9,5 9,7
h 24,0 --
k 27,0 27,1
m 2,1 2,2
n 16,5
16,52
4.1.2 Connector with socket contact
4.1.2.1 L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
The mating face of L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts is shown in Figure 3 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 3.Main key
Note5 36°
Note4
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
0.1 A B C
Note2
2Supplementary key
180°
Note3
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 The mating face of RF channel with socket contact is shown in Figure 5b) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 3 Anti-mismating socket.
NOTE 4 The shape of key of shell is optional.
NOTE 5 The initial position number of RF channel with socket contact and the other positions numbered anti-
clockwise.Figure 3 – L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
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Table 3 – Dimensions of L32-5 connector with 5 socket contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 --
c 7,7 7,8
d M32X1,5-7H
e 14,2 14,3
f 7,6 8,0
g -- 0,8
h 6,8 --
i 0,08 0,3
j 11,5 11,7
k 26,6 26,7
l 34,9 35,0
m 1,9 2,0
n 16,5
16,52
p 5,8 6,1
4.1.2.2 L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
The mating face of L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts is shown in Figure 4 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 4.---------------------- Page: 12 ----------------------
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D-D
Main key
Note3
36°
Note4
Note5
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
180°
0.1 A B C
Note2
2Supplementary key
Note1
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 The mating face of RF channel with socket contact is shown in Figure 5b) in 4.1.3 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 5.NOTE 3 Anti-mismating socket.
NOTE 4 The shape of key of shell is optional.
NOTE 5 The initial position number of RF channel with socket contact and the other positions numbered anti-
clockwise.Figure 4 – L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
Table 4 – Dimensions of L32-4 connector with 4 socket contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 –
c 7,7 7,8
d M32X1,5-7H
e 14,2 14,3
f 7,6 8,0
g – 0,8
h 6,8 –
i 0,08 0,3
j 11,5 11,7
k 26,6 26,7
l 34,9 35,0
m 1,9 2,0
n 16,5 16,52
p 5,8 6,1
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4.1.3 Mating face of RF channel
The mating face of RF channel with pin contact is shown in Figure 5a), the mating face of RF
channel with socket contact is shown in Figure 5b), their dimensions are shown as Table 5.
Note160°
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a) RF channel with pin contact
Note1
Detail A
Note2
Detail A
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b) RF channel with socket contact
NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 The position of floating outer conductor in free state and its slot design is optional.
Figure 5 – Mating face of RF channel---------------------- Page: 14 ----------------------
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Table 5 – Dimensions of the mating face of RF channel
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 0,00 0,25
b 0,00 0,25
c 1,27 –
d – 2,54
f 0,902 0,935
g 0,00 0,10
h 0,00 0,25
i 0,08 0,30
j 2,67 –
k 0,00 0,25
l – –
m – –
n 0,3 –
It is assumed that the mechanical and electrical requirements are met with the chosen dimension for pin
Φ0,902 mm to Φ0,935 mm,Slot design is optional, as soon as it meets the mechanical and electrical requirements.
0,2 mm to 0,3 mm of radial displacement is allowed when mating of RF channel with pin contact.
4.2 Gauges4.2.1 Gauge for socket centre contact
The gauge for socket contact of RF channel is shown in Figure 6 and its dimensions are
shown in Table 6.IEC
Figure 6 – Gauge for socket contact of RF channel
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Table 6 – Dimensions of gauge for socket contact
Ref. Gauge A Gauge B Gauge C
(For sizing purpose) (For insertion purpose)
(For retention purpose)
Mass of gauge:28 g
mm mm mm
Min. Max. Min. Max. Min. Max.
a 0,950 0,955 0,935 0,940 0,899 0,902
b 0,76 1,14 1,27 1,91 1,27 1,91
Material: steel, polished. Surface roughness: Ra ≤0,4 μm.
Test procedure:
a) Sizing test
The gauge A should insert the socket centre contact of RF channel three times; this is a
sizing operation.b) Insertion test
Following the sizing operation, if specified in the detail specification, the force necessary
to insert Gauge B fully into the socket centre contact shall be measured. When this test is
required, the insertion force shall not exceed 8,9 N.c) Retention test
After sizing or insertion test, the gauge C shall be inserted into the socket centre contact.
The contact shall retain the mass of the gauge C in a vertical downward position.
4.2.2 Gauge for type L32-5 connector with 5 pin contactsThe gauge for type L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts is shown in Figure 7 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 7.Main key
Note2 36°
Detail A
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
0.08 A B C
180°
Note1
2Supplementary key
Detail A
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Anti-mismating socket.
Figure 7 – Gauge for L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
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Table 7 – Dimensions of gauge L32-5 connector with 5 pin contacts
Ref. mm
Min. Max.
a 6,25 6,35
b 7,0 –
c 0,935 0,940
d 2,67 –
e 14,4 14,5
g – 0,8
k 26,65 26,70
m 1,95 2,00
n 16,48 16,52
Test procedure:
Mechanical compatibility test: The gauge should insert the L32-5 connector with 5 pin
contacts three times, and then measure the insertion force; the insertion force should be not
less than 50 N.4.2.3 Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
The gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts is shown in Figure 8 and its dimensions
are shown in Table 8.E-E
Main key
36°
Note2
Detail D
144°
108°
5Socket EQS
0.08 A B C
180°
2Supplementary key
Note1
Detail D
216°
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NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Anti-mismating socket.
Figure 8 – Gauge for L32-4 connector with 4 pin contacts
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