SC-Type Connectors
Secure, MIL‑qualified coaxial connectors rated for up to 11 GHz in rugged environments
Overview
Amphenol RF’s SC‑Type connectors combine military-grade reliability with high-frequency performance in a compact, threaded package. Designed and tested to MIL‑C‑39012 Category D standards, SC‑Type connectors ensure precise engineering and consistent performance for demanding RF applications.
Built for stability, SC‑Type connectors feature robust threaded coupling and a medium-size form factor that suits space-limited equipment. With performance up to 11 GHz, they are ideal for systems requiring reliable RF interconnects in instrumentation, aerospace and defense environments.
Features and Benefits
- MIL‑qualified per MIL‑C‑39012 Cat. D – engineered to meet rigorous U.S. Air Force standards
- High-frequency capability up to 11 GHz – broad compatibility with RF systems
- Threaded coupling – delivers secure connection, resistant to vibration and shock
- Medium-size footprint – balances space savings with mechanical robustness
- Consistent electrical performance – ideal for precision and mission-critical applications
Key Technical Details
- Impedance: 50 Ω
- Frequency range: DC to 11 GHz (cable- and PCB-dependent)
- Voltage rating: 1000 Vrms continuous
- Dielectric withstand: 3000 Vrms max
- Coupling style: threaded
- MIL qualification: MIL‑C‑39012 Category D
Applications
- Military and aerospace RF systems
- Precision test & measurement equipment
- High-performance radar assemblies
- Instrumentation and lab-grade RF interconnects
Explore our standard SC‑Type product options for reliable, high-frequency threaded coaxial solutions. If your application calls for modifications or tailored configurations, our engineering team is ready to provide customized SC‑Type assemblies.
Specifications
SC-Type Connectors
Electrical
| Impedance | 50 Ohm |
| Frequency Range | DC - 11 GHz |
| Voltage Rating | 1000 Volts RMS Continuous |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | 3000 VRMS Max |
| VSWR (Return Loss) | |
|
DC - 11 GHz
|
1.35 (-16 dB) Max |
| Insulation Resistance | 5000 MΩ Min |
| Center Contact Resistance | 1.0 mΩ Max |
| Outer Contact Resistance | .15 mΩ Max |
Environmental
| Temperature Range | −65°C to +165°C |
| Corrosion | MIL-STD-202, Method 101 (Test Condition B) - 5% Salt Solution |
| Vibration | MIL-STD-202, Method 204 (Test Condition B) |
| Mechanical Shock | MIL-STD-202, Method 213 (Test Condition B) - No Discontinuity Permitted |
| Moisture Resistance | MIL-STD-202, Method 106 |
Mechanical
| Mating Cycles | 500 Min |
| Coupling Mechanism | Threaded |
| Interface Specification | MIL-STD-348 |
| Mating Torque, Min Working | 6 - 10 inch-pounds (0.7 - 1.1 N-m) |
Note: These characteristics are typical and may not apply to all connectors.
Connector configurations may affect performance.
Interface Dimensions
Plug
Jack
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