About Us

Amphenol RF, a division of Amphenol Corporation and one of its original core business groups, is the world's largest manufacturer of coaxial interconnect products for radio frequency, microwave and data transmission applications. As a leader in enabling next-generation technology, we are able to continually support global advancements in connectivity. Our company's headquarters is located in Danbury, CT, USA with sales, marketing and manufacturing locations in North America, Asia and Europe.

 

Our global team of experienced engineers develop innovative solutions utilizing the most advanced manufacturing technology available, along with Statistical Process Control, to produce RF connectors, coaxial adapters and radio-frequency cable assemblies in high volume with industry-leading quality. Our engineers specialize in creating custom solutions that can meet customer-specific design requirements utilizing existing or proprietary interfaces.

Amphenol RF offers a robust and constantly expanding portfolio of standard off-the-shelf interconnect products for a variety of industries. Our key markets include automotive, broadband, broadcast, industrial, IoT, instrumentation, medical, military and wireless. Our solutions include waterproof IP-rated, non-magnetic, QPL military approved, 12G SDI, ruggedized, board-to-board, low PIM, high-frequency, quick-locking, ultraminature and tamper resistant options.

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Throughout its history, Amphenol RF has been at the forefront of RF connector innovation, developing industry-standard connectors such as the BNC and TNC, and continually expanding its product lines to meet the evolving needs of various industries.

Company Formation

1932

Arthur Schmitt founded the American Phenolic Corporation in Chicago, Illinois. The company focused on phenolic-based molded radio sockets.

1942

The company was renamed Amphenol Electronics Corporation, reflecting its expanded focus on electronic components.

1951

Amphenol engineers, including Paul Neill and Carl Concelman, developed the BNC (Bayonet Neill-Concelman) connector, which became a standard in RF applications.

1957

Amphenol Electronics Corporation was listed on the New York Stock Exchange, marking its transition to a publicly traded company.

1967

Amphenol merged with Bunker-Ramo Corporation, expanding its technological capabilities and market reach.

1981

Allied Corporation acquired Bunker-Ramo, including the Amphenol division, integrating it into a larger conglomerate.

Continued Growth

1984

Nogales Factory Opened, Marking our global expansion, the opening of our Nogales, Mexico factory laid the foundation for future growth in manufacturing capabilities.

1987

LPL Investment Acquires Amphenol:A pivotal moment that strengthened the company's position in the global market.

1991

Amphenol Listed on the NY Stock Exchange: With our public listing, Amphenol gained access to increased capital to drive innovation and expand our portfolio.

1998

Acquisition of Kai Jack (Taiwan): The acquisition of Kai Jack broadened Amphenol's presence in Asia, enhancing manufacturing and design capabilities to better serve our customers globally.

2001

Acquisition of Connex Connector Corp: This acquisition brought world-class RF solutions into the fold, solidifying Amphenol RF's position as a leading interconnect supplier.

2015

Connex and Amphenol RF Merged, combining the expertise of Connex and Amphenol RF allowed for a unified approach to providing cutting-edge RF interconnect products.

2024

Vietnam factory opened: Amphenol RF's new facility in Vietnam showcases our dedication to global manufacturing and innovation, enhancing our ability to serve customers worldwide.