Dimensions are shown in mm (inch)

Dimensions subject to change

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Assy Insts

RF Coaxial Connectors

Assembly Instructions

AI-772

MCX Straight Connectors, Crimp Type for Braided Cable

1. Trim cable to dimensions shown. Do not nick outer braid or center conductor. Tin center conductor

with solder (DO NOT OVER TIN).

2. Slide ferrule over stripped end of cable. Tin inside diameter of contact with solder. Slide contact

over center conductor while applying heat until contact butts on the dielectric of the cable.

3. Slide contact and cable into the body sub-assembly until the dielectric of the cable stops on the

insulator.

4. Slide ferrule up over the cable braid until it touches the body. Crimp the ferrule in place as shown

using ITT Cannon Crimp Tool and suitable die set (see table).

FERRULE

CONTACT

BODY ASSEMBLY

Cable Type

Die Size

RG178/U

2,67 (.105)

RG316/U

3,25 (.128)