1.0-2.3 Cable Assemblies
Compact, high-density push-pull RF cable assemblies built for today’s broadcast and instrumentation systems.
Overview
At Amphenol RF, our 1.0-2.3 cable assembly family provides engineers and buyers with a refined solution for space-constrained RF interconnects. Designed for the DIN 1.0/2.3 connector interface style, these assemblies deliver push-pull coupling, compact footprint and broad compatibility with standard coaxial cables and industry-standard interfaces.
Whether used in broadcast video systems, communications test-beds or dense instrumentation racks, the 1.0-2.3 assemblies combine reliable performance with high connection density and quick installation. The series supports both 50 Ω and 75 Ω impedance variants (depending on cable/series), enabling engineers to match electrical performance to their system needs.
Features and Benefits
- Push-pull coupling with positive lock speeds assembly and prevents unintended decoupling in high-vibration or high-density environments.
- Compact interface enables denser connector placement, making the 1.0-2.3 cable assemblies ideal for panels, racks or modules where space is at a premium.
- 50 Ω and 75 Ω variants support a broader array of systems—from RF communication links to broadcast/video-centric applications.
- Standard length flexibility and multiple configurations (straight, plug-to-plug, plug-to-jack) streamline design-in and reduce lead-time risk.
- Standard cable-assembly testing: as with all our standard cable assemblies (excluding precision test cables), these assemblies are hi-pot and continuity tested to ensure dependable signal integrity.
Key Technical Details
- Impedance: Standard configurations include 50 Ω, with dedicated 75 Ω versions available for broadcast/video applications.
- Frequency range: Typical performance extends up to ~4 GHz (especially for 75 Ω versions) and up to ~10 GHz for 50 Ω variants, depending on cable type and configuration.
- Mating cycles: The DIN 1.0/2.3 connector interface is rated for a minimum of ~500 mating cycles; actual cycles for a finished assembly may vary based on cable, termination and usage.
- Temperature range: The underlying connector family is specified for approximately –40 °C to +155 °C; actual assembly range may depend on cable jacket and termination.
- Special features: Push-pull coupling with locking mechanism; space-saving footprint; available in both in-series and between-series configurations (e.g., 1.0-2.3 to BNC) for flexible system integration.
Applications
- Broadcast video systems: With dedicated 75 Ω versions of the 1.0-2.3 cable assemblies, they are well-suited for high-density SD, HD and 3 Gb/s video applications in racks and patch-panels.
- Test & measurement instrumentation: Compact footprint and quick-connect coupling support board-to-cable or module-to-module interconnects in high channel-count test systems.
- Telecommunications and data-communications infrastructure: High-density rack environments benefit from low-profile, reliable RF interconnects.
- Broadcast / media signal routing: Use of the 1.0-2.3 assembly family helps optimize patch-panel real estate and maintain signal integrity in video-centric transport systems.
- Board-to-cable or cable-to-cable interconnect: The availability of both in-series (1.0-2.3 to 1.0-2.3) and between-series (1.0-2.3 to BNC, etc.) configurations enables flexible system architectures.
Explore our full standard range of 1.0-2.3 cable assemblies or, if you require a custom length, special cable type, alternate connector configuration or non-standard impedance solution, contact our engineering team to discuss a tailored solution.
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