7-16 Terminators

The 7-16 terminator family provides engineered solutions for terminating unused ports or signal paths in high-power RF systems. Built around the rugged and widely-used 7-16 connector interface, these terminators combine excellent impedance matching, thermal stability and mechanical durability—making them ideal for telecom, broadcast and distributed antenna systems.

Whether you are designing macro-cell sites, small-cell nodes or outdoor RF equipment racks, the 7-16 terminators from Amphenol RF support system integrity by reliably absorbing reflected energy and preventing unwanted port exposure. With global availability and standardized interface compatibility, these terminators help simplify inventory and integration for RF system engineers.

Features and Benefits

• Robust 7-16 interface enables high-power handling and superior mechanical stability compared to smaller connector types.
• 50 Ω standard impedance ensures compatibility with most RF transmission line systems and proper matching to maintain signal integrity.
• Simplifies system termination by offering off-the-shelf loads, avoiding the need for field-fabricated dummy loads or ad hoc solutions.
• Designed for environments where vibration, outdoor exposure or high thermal loads are present, giving engineers confidence in reliability.
• Global supply chain backed by Amphenol RF’s documentation and support ecosystem—enabling specification clarity and sourcing ease.

Key Technical Details

• Impedance: 50 Ω standard termination value, aligning with most high-power RF coax systems.
• Frequency Range: Terminal performance depends on the termination and cable assembly; typical 7-16 connector assemblies support multi-GHz operation—check part datasheet for full range.
• Mating Cycles: The underlying 7-16 connector interface is engineered for repeated use; actual number of mating cycles for any given terminator will vary depending on use-environment and termination method.
• Temperature Range: Typical range aligns with 7-16 connector family operational environments (e.g., –40 °C to +85 °C or higher depending on construction); consult the specific terminator datasheet for exact values.
• Special Features: Rugged 7 mm/16 mm inner/outer contact geometry provides excellent intermodulation distortion (IMD) performance and robust return-loss margins. Note: Standard Amphenol RF terminators in this family are not hermetically sealed or specified with IP67 ratings unless specifically stated in the part’s documentation.

Applications

• Macro-cell and small-cell telecom base station equipment where high-power RF ports require termination when not in use.
• Broadcast transmitter sites, RF distribution networks and antenna farm terminations where durability and power handling are critical.
• DAS/RTLS and other enterprise signal distribution networks where unused ports must be terminated to maintain channel integrity and avoid reflections.
• Outdoor or harsh-environment enclosures requiring reliable, field-serviceable RF terminations compatible with the standard 7-16 connector footprint.
• RF system test setups where high-power dummy loads or matched terminations are required for validation, calibration or idle-state security.

Explore our full range of 7-16 terminators from Amphenol RF. If your application calls for a custom power-rating, environmental sealing, special configuration or non-standard impedance value, contact our engineering team to discuss a tailored solution.