SIST EN IEC 61169-17:2022

Radio-frequency connectors - Part 17: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner diameter of outer conductor 6,5 mm (0,256 in) with screw coupling - Characteristic impedance 50 ohms (Type TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)

This part of IEC 61169, which is a sectional specification (SS), provides information and rules
for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for series TNC RF coaxial connectors with
threaded coupling with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω.
This document prescribes mating face dimensions for high performance 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 series TNC RF
connectors.
This document indicates 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.
The series TNC connectors which are used with all kinds of RF cables and microstrips in
microwave transmission systems. The operating frequency is up to 11 GHz.
NOTE Metric dimension are original dimensions. All undimensioned pictorial configurations are for reference
purpose only

Hochfrequenz-Steckverbinder - Hochfrequenz-Koaxial-Steckverbinder mit einem Innendurchmesser des Außenleiters von 6,5 mm (0,256 in) mit Schraubkupplung - Wellenwiderstand 50 Ohm (Typ TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)

Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques - Partie 17: Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs RF coaxiaux à couplage à vis avec conducteur extérieur présentant un diamètre intérieur de 6,5 mm (0,256 in) - Impédance caractéristique de 50 ohms (type TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)

IEC 61169-17:2022, qui est une spécification intermédiaire (SS), fournit des informations et des règles pour l’élaboration des spécifications particulières (DS) relatives aux connecteurs RF coaxiaux de la série TNC, à couplage à vis et ayant une impédance caractéristique de 50 Ω.
Le présent document décrit les dimensions des interfaces d’accouplement pour les connecteurs à usage général (grade 2), les détails dimensionnels des connecteurs d’essai normalisés (grade 0), les informations relatives aux calibres et les essais choisis dans l’IEC 61169-1, applicables à toutes les spécifications particulières relatives aux connecteurs RF de série TNC.
Le présent document indique les caractéristiques de performance recommandées à prendre en compte lors de la rédaction d’une spécification particulière et il couvre les programmes d’essai et les exigences de contrôle pour les niveaux d’assurance M et H.

Radiofrekvenčni konektorji - 17. del: Področna specifikacija za radiofrekvenčne (RF) koaksialne konektorje z notranjim premerom zunanjega vodnika 6,5 mm (0,256 in) z navojnim spajanjem - Karakteristična impedanca 50 ohm (tip TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)

Ta del standarda IEC 61169, ki je področna specifikacija (SS), podaja informacije in določa pravila za pripravo podrobnih specifikacij (DS) za koaksialne konektorje serije TNC RF z navojno spojko s karakteristično impedanco 50 Ω. Ta dokument predpisuje mere spojne površine za konektorje visoke zmogljivosti razreda 2, podrobnosti o merah standardnih preskusnih konektorjev tipa 0, merjenje informacij in preskuse, izbrane iz standarda IEC 61169-1, ki veljajo za vse podrobne specifikacije v zvezi s konektorji serije TNC RF. Ta dokument navaja priporočene lastnosti, ki jih je treba upoštevati pri sestavljanju podrobne specifikacije, ter zajema razporede preskusov in zahteve za pregled za ravni vrednotenja M in H. Konektorji serije TNC, ki se uporabljajo z različnimi radiofrekvenčnimi kabli in mikrotrakovi v mikrovalovnem prenosnem sistemu. Frekvenčno območje delovanja je do 11 GHz. OPOMBA: Izvirne mere so podane v metričnih merah. Vse nedimenzionirane slikovne konfiguracije so podane samo v referenčne namene.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 09-May-2022
• ICS: 33.120.30 - RF connectors
• Technical Committee: MOC - Mobile Communications
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 22-Apr-2022
• Due Date: 27-Jun-2022
• Completion Date: 10-May-2022
• Ref Project: EN IEC 61169-17:2022 - Radio-frequency connectors - Part 17: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner diameter of outer conductor 6,5 mm (0,256 in) with screw coupling - Characteristic impedance 50 ohms (Type TNC)

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN IEC 61169-17:2022
01-julij-2022
Radiofrekvenčni konektorji - 17. del: Področna specifikacija za radiofrekvenčne
(RF) koaksialne konektorje z notranjim premerom zunanjega vodnika 6,5 mm
(0,256 in) z navojnim spajanjem - Karakteristična impedanca 50 ohm (tip TNC) (IEC
61169-17:2022)
Radio-frequency connectors - Part 17: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors
with inner diameter of outer conductor 6,5 mm (0,256 in) with screw coupling -
Characteristic impedance 50 ohms (Type TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)
Hochfrequenz-Steckverbinder - Hochfrequenz-Koaxial-Steckverbinder mit einem
Innendurchmesser des Außenleiters von 6,5 mm (0,256 in) mit Schraubkupplung -
Wellenwiderstand 50 Ohm (Typ TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)
Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques - Partie 17: Spécification intermédiaire
relative aux connecteurs RF coaxiaux à couplage à vis avec conducteur extérieur
présentant un diamètre intérieur de 6,5 mm (0,256 in) - Impédance caractéristique de 50
ohms (type TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN IEC 61169-17:2022
ICS:
33.120.30 Radiofrekvenčni konektorji RF connectors
(RF)
SIST EN IEC 61169-17:2022 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN IEC 61169-17

NORME EUROPÉENNE

EUROPÄISCHE NORM April 2022
ICS 33.120.30

English Version
Radio-frequency connectors - Part 17: Sectional specification for
RF coaxial connectors with inner diameter of outer conductor 6,5
mm (0,256 in) with screw coupling - Characteristic impedance 50
ohms (Type TNC)
(IEC 61169-17:2022)
Connecteurs pour fréquences radioélectriques - Partie 17: Hochfrequenz-Steckverbinder - Hochfrequenz-Koaxial-
Spécification intermédiaire relative aux connecteurs RF Steckverbinder mit einem Innendurchmesser des
coaxiaux à couplage à vis avec conducteur extérieur Außenleiters von 6,5 mm (0,256 in) mit Schraubkupplung -
présentant un diamètre intérieur de 6,5 mm (0,256 in) - Wellenwiderstand 50 Ohm (Typ TNC)
Impédance caractéristique de 50 ohms (type TNC) (IEC 61169-17:2022)
(IEC 61169-17:2022)
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2022-04-08. CENELEC members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC
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European foreword
The text of document 46F/603/FDIS, future edition 1 of IEC 61169-17, prepared by SC 46F "RF and
microwave passive components" of IEC/TC 46 "Cables, wires, waveguides, RF connectors, RF and
microwave passive components and accessories" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote
and approved by CENELEC as EN IEC 61169-17:2022.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2023-01-08
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting with the (dow) 2025-04-08
document have to be withdrawn

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 61169-17:2022 was approved by CENELEC as a European
Standard without any modification.
In the official version, for Bibliography, the following note has to be added for the standard indicated:
IEC 61169-26:2013 NOTE Harmonized as EN 61169-26:2013 (not modified)
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Annex ZA
(normative)

Normative references to international publications
with their corresponding European publications
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.
NOTE 1 Where an International Publication has been modified by common modifications, indicated by (mod), the
relevant EN/HD applies.
NOTE 2 Up-to-date information on the latest versions of the European Standards listed in this annex is available
here: www.cenelec.eu.
Publication Year Title EN/HD Year
IEC 61169-1 2013 Radio frequency connectors - Part 1: EN 61169-1 2013
Generic specification - General
requirements and measuring methods
IEC 62153-4-7 - Metallic cables and other passive EN IEC 62153-4-7 -
components test methods - Part 4-7:
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -Test
method for measuring of transfer
impedance Z and screening attenuation
T
aS or coupling attenuation aC of connectors
and assemblies - Triaxial tube in tube
method
IEC 62037-3 - Passive RF and microwave devices, EN IEC 62037-3 -
intermodulation level measurement - Part
3: Measurement of passive intermodulation
in coaxial connectors


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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 General connectors – Grade 2 . 7
4.1.1 Connector with pin centre contact . 7
4.1.2 Connector with socket centre contact . 8
4.2 Gauges . 10
4.2.1 Gauge pin for socket centre contact. 10
4.2.2 Gauge for outer contact of connector with pin centre contact . 10
4.3 Dimensions – Standard test connectors – Grade 0 . 11
4.3.1 Connectors with pin centre contact . 11
4.3.2 Connector with socket centre contact . 13
5 Quality assessment procedures . 14
5.1 General . 14
5.2 Ratings and characteristics . 14
5.3 Test schedule and inspection requirements. 17
5.3.1 Acceptance tests . 17
5.3.2 Periodic tests . 18
5.3.3 Procedures for the quality conformance . 19
6 Instructions for preparation of detail specifications (DS) . 19
6.1 General . 19
6.2 Identification of the component . 19
6.3 Performance . 20
6.4 Marking, ordering information and related matters . 20
6.5 Selection of tests, test conditions and severities . 20
6.6 Blank detail specification pro-forma for TNC connectors . 20
Bibliography . 25

Figure 1 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 1) . 7
Figure 2 – Connector with socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 2) . 9
Figure 3 – Gauge pin for socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 3) . 10
Figure 4 – Gauge for outer contact of connector with pin centre contact (for
dimensions, see Table 4) . 11
Figure 5 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 5) . 12
Figure 6 – Connector with socket in centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 6) . 13

Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact . 8
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact . 9
Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pin for socket centre contact . 10
Table 4 – Dimensions of gauge for outer contact of connector with pin centre contact . 11
Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact . 12
Table 6 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact . 14
Table 7 – Preferred climatic categories . 15

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Table 8 – Ratings and characteristics . 15
Table 9 – Acceptance tests . 17
Table 10 – Periodic tests . 18

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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –

Part 17: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner
diameter of outer conductor 6,5 mm (0,256 in) with screw coupling –
Characteristic impedance 50 ohms (Type TNC)

FOREWORD
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IEC 61169-17 has been prepared by subcommittee 46F: RF and microwave passive
components, of IEC technical committee 46: Cables, wires, waveguides, RF connectors, RF
and microwave passive components and accessories. It is an International Standard.
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Draft Report on voting
46F/603/FDIS 46F/615/RVD

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The language used for the development of this International Standard is English.

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This document was drafted in accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, and developed in
accordance with ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1 and ISO/IEC Directives, IEC Supplement, available
at www.iec.ch/members_experts/refdocs. The main document types developed by IEC are
described in greater detail at www.iec.ch/standardsdev/publications.
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
stability date indicated on the IEC website under webstore.iec.ch in the data related to the
specific document. At this date, the document will be
• reconfirmed,
• withdrawn,
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.

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RADIO-FREQUENCY CONNECTORS –

Part 17: Sectional specification for RF coaxial connectors with inner
diameter of outer conductor 6,5 mm (0,256 in) with screw coupling –
Characteristic impedance 50 ohms (Type TNC)



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 series TNC RF coaxial connectors with
threaded coupling with a characteristic impedance of 50 Ω.
This document prescribes mating face dimensions for high performance 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 series TNC RF
connectors.
This document indicates 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.
The series TNC connectors which are used with all kinds of RF cables and microstrips in
microwave transmission systems. The operating frequency is up to 11 GHz.
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 methods
IEC 62153-4-7, Metallic cables and other passive components test methods – Part 4-7:
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Test method for measuring of transfer impedance Z and
T
screening attenuation aS or coupling attenuation aC of connectors and assemblies –Triaxial tube
in tube method
IEC 62037-3, Passive RF and microwave devices, intermodulation level measurement – Part 3:
Measurement of passive intermodulation in coaxial connectors
3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.

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4 Mating face and gauge information
4.1 General connectors – Grade 2
4.1.1 Connector with pin centre contact
The mating face of a connector with pin centre contact is shown in Figure 1 and its dimensions
are shown in Table 1.

a) Connector with slotted outer conductor b) Connector with unslotted outer
conductor

NOTE 1 Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
NOTE 2 Sealing ring.
NOTE 3 Slot is optional. Slotted and flared to meet gauge requirements of 4.2.2.
Figure 1 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 1)

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Table 1 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact
mm in
Ref. Remarks
min max min max
a
11,18 —— 0,440 ——
b
7,98 8,08 0,314 0,318
c
4,83 —— 0,190 ——
d
1,32 1,37 0,052 0,054
e
5,31 5,84 0,209 0,230
f
5,28 5,79 0,208 0,228
g
0,15 —— 0,006 ——
h
0,08 1,02 0,003 0,040
j
5,38 —— 0,212 ——
a
k
—— —— —— ——
m
2,14 (nom.) 0,084 (nom.)
b
p
—— 1,98 —— 0,078
c
s
—— —— —— ——
t
1,60 —— 0,063 ——
v
—— 8,18 —— 0,322
w
3,96 —— 0,156 ——
af
—— 0,64 —— 0,025
ab
1,98 —— 0,078 ——
a
Dimension k depends on the dimension m and dielectric constant, and shall meet the requirement of 50 Ω
characteristics.
b
Coupling nut in forward position.
c
Dimension s shall meet electrical and sealing performance requirements.

4.1.2 Connector with socket centre contact
The mating face of a connector with socket centre contact is shown in Figure 2 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 2.

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NOTE Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
Figure 2 – Connector with socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 2)
Table 2 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact
mm in
Ref. Remarks
min max min max
a 9,60 9,68 0,378 0,381
b
8,31 8,46 0,327 0,333
c 8,10 8,15 0,319 0,321
d —— 4,72 —— 0,186
e —— 0,15 —— 0,006
f 10,52 —— 0,414 ——
g 8,31 8,51 0,327 0,335
h 1,73 2,24 0,068 0,088
j 4,75 —— 0,187 ——
a
—— —— —— ——
k
m 2,14 (nom.) 0,084 (nom.)
n 4,72 5,28 0,186 0,208
p 4,78 5,28 0,188 0,208
b
—— —— —— ——
s
t 4,95 —— 0,195 ——
c
—— —— —— ——
u
d
—— —— —— ——
w
rb 0,15 0,30 0,006 0,012 Radius
or chamfer
a
Dimension k depends on the dimension m and dielectric constant, and shall meet the requirement of
characteristic impedance of 50 Ω.
b
Design of slotting is optional. It is chosen to meet return loss (RL), mating characteristics, and connector
durability requirements, when mated with a 1,32 mm to 1,37 mm (0,052 in to 0,054 in) gauge pin.
c
Spherical or chamfered.
d
Dimension w shall meet the requirements of 4.2.1.

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4.2 Gauges
4.2.1 Gauge pin for socket centre contact
The gauge pin for a socket centre contact is shown in Figure 3 and its dimensions are shown
in Table 3.

Figure 3 – Gauge pin for socket centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 3)
Table 3 – Dimensions of gauge pin for socket centre contact
Gauge C
Gauge A Gauge B
(For retention purpose)
(For sizing purpose) (For insertion purpose)
Mass of gauge：57 g ± 1 g
mm in mm in mm in
Ref.
min max min max min max min max min max min max
d 1,38 1,460 0,0543 0,0575 1,370 1,375 0,0539 0,0541 1,308 1,321 0,0515 0,0520
n 3,17 — 0,125 — 3,17 — 0,125 — 3,17 — 0,125 —
p — 4 — 0,157 — 4 — 0,157 — 4 — 0,157
ra 0,10 0,30 0,004 0,012 0,10 0,30 0,004 0,012 0,10 0,30 0,004 0,012
rb — 0,20 — 0,008 — 0,20 — 0,008 — 0,20 — 0,008
Material: steel, polished.

The test procedure is as follows:
a) Sizing test
The gauge A shall be inserted into the socket-centre contact three times. This is a sizing
operation and should only be carried out when the socket-centre contact is removed from
the connector.
b) Insertion test
After the sizing test, the standard gauge B should be inserted into the socket-centre contact.
The insertion depth should not be less than 3,17 mm and the insertion force should not be
more than 8,9 N.
c) Retention test
After the sizing test, the gauge C shall be inserted into socket-centre contact. The contact
shall retain the mass of the gauge B in a vertical downward position.
4.2.2 Gauge for outer contact of connector with pin centre contact
The gauge for outer contact of a connector with pin centre contact is shown in Figure 4 and its
dimensions are shown in Table 4.

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Figure 4 – Gauge for outer contact of connector with pin centre
contact (for dimensions, see Table 4)
Table 4 – Dimensions of gauge for outer contact of connector with pin centre contact
Gauge E (For retention purpose)
Gauge D (For sizing purpose)
Mass of gauge：225 g ± 5 g
mm in mm in
Ref.
min. max. min. max. min. max. min. max.
a 9,63 9,68 0,379 0,381 9,63 9,68 0,379 0,381
b —— 5,08 —— 0,200 —— 5,08 —— 0,200
c 8,08 8,10 0,318 0,319 8,15 8,18 0,321 0,322
d 8,31 8,36 0,327 0,329 8,41 8,46 0,331 0,333
e 8,79 (nom.) 0,346 (nom.) 8,79 (nom.) 0,346(nom.)
f 8,41 8,46 0,331 0,333 8,36 8,41 0,329 0,331
g 4,00 —— 0,157 —— 4,00 —— 0,157 ——
a
0,50 0,80 0,020 0,031 0,50 0,80 0,020 0,031
r
Material: steel, polished.
a
Radius.

The test procedure is as follows:
a) Sizing test
The outer contact shall be inserted into the gauge D once. This is a sizing operation.
b) Retention test
After the sizing test, the outer contact shall be inserted into the gauge E. The outer contact
shall retain the gauge in a vertical downward direction.
This test may also be carried out on the connector with the insulator unremoved.
4.3 Dimensions – Standard test connectors – Grade 0
4.3.1 Connectors with pin centre contact
The interface of a connector with pin centre contact is shown in Figure 5, and its dimensions
are shown in Table 5.

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NOTE Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
Figure 5 – Connector with pin centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 5)
Table 5 – Dimensions of connector with pin centre contact
mm in
Ref. Note
min. max. min. max.
b
8,06 8,09 0,3173 0,3185
ba 6,72 6,74 0,265 0,266
c 4,88 4,93 0,192 0,194
k
6,99 7,01 0,275 0,276
fa 5,31 5,36 0,209 0,211
e 5,31 5,38 0,209 0,212
h 0,08 1,02 0,003 0,040
g 0,15 0,30 0,006 0,012
f 5,38 5,54 0,212 0,218
d 1,35 1,37 0,053 0,054
a
2,14 (nom.) 0,084 (nom.)
m
ra 0,10 0,30 0,004 0,012 radius
rb — 0,13 — 0,005 radius
ab 1,98 — 0,078 —
af
— 0,64 — 0,025
NOTE Dimensions not specified in this table, see 4.1.1.
a
Dimension m depends on the dimension k and dielectric constant, and shall meet the requirements of

characteristic impedance of 50 Ω ± 0,5 Ω.

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4.3.2 Connector with socket centre contact
The mating face of a standard test connector with socket centre contact is shown in Figure 6
and its dimensions are shown in Table 6.

NOTE Mechanical and electrical reference plane.
Figure 6 – Connector with socket in centre contact (for dimensions, see Table 6)

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Table 6 – Dimensions of connector with socket centre contact
mm in
Ref. Note
min. max. min. max.
b 8,31 8,46 0,327 0,333
c 8,10 8,15 0,319 0,321
d 4,67 4,72 0,184 0,186
e 0,00 0,15 0,000 0,006
f 0,51 1,02 0,020 0,040
g 8,36 8,46 0,329 0,333
h 0,79 0,84 0,031 0,033
a
2,14 (nom.) 0,084(nom.)
m
k 6,99 7,01 0,275 0,276
n 5,21 5,28 0,205 0,208
p 5,08 5,23 0,200 0,206
s 1,52 1,63 0,060 0,064
t 5,21 —— 0,205 ——
u 2,16 2,18 0,085 0,086
w 6,58 6,68 0,259 0,263
b
0,18 0,23 0,007 0,009
y
z 6,05 6,10 0,238 0,240
sa 0,38 0,89 0,015 0,035
sb 1,356 1,361 0,053 0,054
sc 1,52 1,58 0,060 0,062
sd 4,62 4,88 0,182 0,192
NOTE Dimensions not specified in this table, see 4.1.2.
a
Dimension m depends on the di
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