Description
What is a Fakra connector?
FAKRA connectors are specially designed to meet the demanding requirements of the automotive industry. It has the characteristics of small size, lightweight, excellent electrical performance, and convenient use.
It is suitable for connecting radio frequency coaxial cables in radio frequency circuits of radio equipment and electronic instruments.
Fakra connector
FAKRA (Fachkreis Automobil, a German standard) connectors are SMB-based automotive-grade connectors that can operate up to 6 GHz.
C&T RF Antennas Inc.’s FAKRA connectors are designed to fulfill the rigorous mechanical and environmental requirements of the automotive industry.
Ensuring maximum electrical and mechanical performance, these high-quality FAKRA connectors feature specific color-coded plastic housings in accordance with the FAKRA coding industry standard.
Thirteen distinct mechanical and color codes enable easy identification and unique keying to avoid mismating and an additional one neutral coding.
C&T RF Antennas Inc’s RF FAKRA Automotive Connectors are designed to perform up to 6GHz and meet the particular mechanical and environmental requirements of the automotive industry to ensure reliable communication inside, too, and from vehicles.
C&T RF Antennas Inc. also offers a variety of RF connectors for PCB and antenna interfaces, as well as mixed dual coax/power FAKRA connectors. Utilizing a modified metal SMB coaxial connector, the C&T RF Antennas Inc (female) jack features a closed-entry interface with a protected outer contact, making the connector more robust than traditional SMBs.
These FAKRA connectors are embedded within a plastic housing that features multiple color-coded for easy identification and unique keying to prevent mismating.
Features
14 different mechanical and color codes
Plastic housing with a locking feature with an audible clicking noise
A minimum of 100 mating cycles
The frequency range of DC – 6GHz
Usable on multiple coaxial cables such as RG-58, RF-174, RG-316, RG-178, and other micro-cables
Available in numerous connector configurations such as straight and right angle for cable as well as edge-launch and PCB designs
Applications
Automotive
Medical Equipment
Special Purpose Machines
Other industries using high-volume SMB cable assemblies
C&T RF connectors offer identical electrical performance to SMB coaxial connectors, however, their primary distinction is their plastic housing. FAKRA connectors are also color-coded, allowing for easy identification.
C&T’s FAKRA connectors have a 50-ohm impedance and are rated for use in frequencies of DC to 6 GHz. Both FAKRA and USCAR connectors are fully intermateable.
C&T RF Antennas Inc provides internal & external antennas with antenna radio frequencies such as NFC, 169MHz, 230MHz, 315MHz, 433MHz, 868MHz, 915MHz, VHF&UHF, Lora, NB-IoT, ADS-B, GSM, GNSS, GPRS, 1.2 GHz, 1.4 GHz, 1.8 GHz, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz, Cellular 2G, 3G, 3.5 GHz, 4G LTE, GPS, 5G NR, 6G, etc.
C&T RF Antennas Inc. provides RF antennae with Omni & Directional antenna types such as Dipole Antennas, Whip Antennas, Marine Antennas, Router Antennas, MIMO Antennas, Combo Antennas, PCB Antennas, FPC Antennas, Spring Antennas, Magnetic Antennas, Sector Antennas, Yagi Antennas, and Accessories, etc, for IoT & M2M industries.
Fakra Connector Specifications
| Item NO.: CTRF-CN-FAKRA-Male
Key Specifications of the RF Fakra Automotive Connector |
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| Connector Series | Fakra |
| Connector Gender | Male |
| Connector Polarity | Standard |
| Connector Angle | Straight |
| Connector Mount Method | None |
| Connector Impedance | 50Ohms |
| Frequency | DC 0-6Ghz |
| V.S.W.R | ≤1.5 |
| Voltage Breakdown | DC1000V/50Hz |
| Insertion Loss | ≤0.3dB/GHz |
| Insulation Resistance | ≥5000MΩ |
| Contact Resistance | Shell≤40mΩ; Center Pin≤40mΩ |
| Center Pin Retention | ≥50g |
| Mating Cycles | >100 |
| Operation Temperature | -40℃~+65℃ |
| Storage Temperature | -40℃~+80℃ |
| Junction Retention | ≥8KG |
| Coding | 14 Mechanical and Color Codings |
| Plastic Housing-Engagement Force | ≤40N (Single FAKRA) |
| Plastic Housing-Disengagement Force | ≥35N (Single FAKRA) |
C&T RF Antennas Inc’s FAKRA connectors are constructed in jack or plug gender with 50 Ohm impedance. FAKRA connectors are available in straight or right-angle versions, as well as, mountless options. These FAKRA connector designs include crimp/solder or solder attachment methods.
FAKRA PCB, Cable, and Sealed Connection Systems
FAKRA PCB Jacks, Cable Jacks and Plugs, and Sealed Jacks and plugs provide the benefits of multiple colors, key codes, and a 360°rotation; a secondary locking latch delivers easy cable routing between antennas and multi-media units.
C&T RF Antennas Inc’s FAKRA PCB Jacks are utilized within the automotive industry. Standard uses are coaxial connections on devices with external antennas; such applications include SDARS, Cellular, GPS Navigation, keyless entry, and satellite radio.
The FAKRA PCB Jack provides a mechanical key feature along with a visual color code to differentiate between applications. We offer FAKRA connectors with a high-temperature plastic shroud that is fully compatible with lead-free reflow processes.
C&T FAKRA Cable Jacks and Plugs meet both American USCAR and German FAKRA automotive standards while retaining the high-performing, cost-effective attributes of the original C&T FAKRA PCB series.
The enhanced features offered by the FAKRA Cable connection system demonstrate Molex’s dedication to meeting the continued mechanical and environmental requirements of the automotive industry.
Marketplace demands are resulting in multiple cameras being installed in consumer vehicles.
Additionally, commercial vehicles and automobiles require next-generation technology for safety. Sealed FAKRA Connectors are designed to provide a reliable connection in exterior cameras. They also meet USCAR specifications to meet the requirements of automobiles, including autonomous cars, and commercial vehicles.
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