RF Connectivity for Powersports & Recreational Vehicles
Reliable RF connectivity for powersports, off-highway and recreational vehicles, supporting critical connections for navigation, telematics, wireless communications, camera systems and infotainment.
From off-highway trails to the open road, today’s powersports and recreational vehicles rely on connected systems for navigation, communication, safety, infotainment and RV television systems.
Amphenol RF provides RF connectors and coaxial cable assemblies designed to support connected systems across off-highway vehicles, including ATVs and side-by-sides/UTVs, as well as motorcycles, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, motorhomes, camper vans and travel trailers.
From GPS/GNSS and telematics to wireless connectivity, camera systems, infotainment and RV entertainment, Amphenol RF provides interconnect solutions for RF signal paths throughout the vehicle.
Why Amphenol RF?
Amphenol RF helps powersports and recreational vehicle manufacturers solve RF connectivity challenges across the vehicle with a broad portfolio of proven interconnect solutions, application engineering expertise and custom design capabilities. From compact, high-speed connections for cameras and infotainment to rugged antenna, navigation and telematics connections, Amphenol RF provides scalable solutions engineered for demanding vehicle environments.
Solutions for multiple RF connection points throughout the vehicle, from antennas and navigation to cameras, telematics and infotainment.
Interconnect technology developed for connected vehicle applications can support the growing connectivity requirements of powersports and off-highway platforms.
Solutions ranging from ultraminiature interconnects to larger rugged connector families, with multiple mating styles and environmental options for connections throughout the vehicle.
Amphenol RF engineers can modify standard products or develop custom RF solutions for specific electrical, mechanical and environmental design requirements.
From off-highway trails to life on the open road, powersports and recreational vehicles depend on reliable RF connectivity across increasingly connected vehicle systems. Amphenol RF supports these applications with RF connectors and coaxial cable assemblies for a wide range of vehicle platforms.
- Side-by-Sides (SxS) / Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs)
- ATVs
- Motorcycles
- Snowmobiles
- Personal Watercraft
- Motorhomes
- Camper Vans
- Travel Trailers
- Fifth-Wheel Trailers
- Pop-Up Campers
- Truck Campers
- Toy Haulers
- TV & Satellite Distribution
- GPS/GNSS & Navigation
- Cellular & Telematics
- Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Camera Systems
- Infotainment
- Radio Antennas & Entertainment Connectivity
Reliable RF connectivity in powersports and recreational vehicles depends on selecting interconnects that address the electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements of each connection point. Amphenol RF supports these requirements with connector families spanning ultraminiature through larger rugged interfaces, multiple mating styles, coaxial cable assembly options and solutions for connections located throughout the vehicle.
This broad portfolio gives engineers flexibility to balance signal integrity, frequency, cable loss, packaging space, connector density, secure mating and environmental exposure when selecting an RF interconnect for a specific vehicle system. Performance and environmental ratings vary by part number and assembly configuration.
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Powersports and recreational vehicles present different RF design challenges throughout the vehicle. From maintaining signal integrity between antennas and receivers to fitting high-speed connections into increasingly compact electronics, Amphenol RF offers interconnect solutions across a range of RF system requirements.
| Application | Key RF Challenge | Design Priority | Amphenol RF Solutions |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPS/GNSS | Maintaining signal integrity from antenna to receiver | Impedance, cable loss, frequency, sealing, vibration, temperature | SMA, TNC, FAKRA, RF Cable Assemblies |
| Cellular / Telematics | Reliable antenna connectivity | Impedance, frequency, packaging, secure mating, sealing, vibration, temperature | FAKRA, SMA, TNC, Ultraminiature Assemblies |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Limited PCB and enclosure space | Impedance, miniaturization, routing | SMA, RP-SMA, Ultraminiature Assemblies |
| Camera Video Over Coax | Maintaining compatible video signal transmission | Video link, impedance, channel loss, cable length, environment | AUTOMATE® Mini-FAKRA Type A, AUTOMATE® Mini-FAKRA Type C, FAKRA |
| Infotainment | Multiple RF/data connections | Impedance, density, bandwidth, integration | AUTOMATE® Mini-FAKRA Type A, AUTOMATE® Mini-FAKRA Type C, FAKRA |
| RV TV / Satellite | Reliable RF distribution | 75-ohm impedance, cable loss, frequency, interface requirements | F-Type, RF Cable Assemblies |
Standard products don't always address every electrical, mechanical or environmental requirement. Amphenol RF's engineering team can modify existing products or develop custom interconnect solutions for specific application requirements.
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