Corning Gilbert Introduces Nano-Miniature, High-Performance RF Connector
Glendale, AZ -- Corning Gilbert has introduced its smallest push-on, high-performance microwave interconnect system. The G3PO connector, approximately 30% smaller in size than the GPPO, was developed in response to industry demand for increased package density, lower weight, and excellent performance at higher frequencies. Well-suited for a variety of military and commercial applications, the G3PO can be used in radar systems, telecommunications and wireless base station equipment, satellite systems, antenna arrays, and more.
"Corning Gilbert's broad development experience in coaxial push-on interconnects continues to set the industry gold standard for performance. Our innovative G3PO product line will perform at higher frequencies than the current GPO and GPPO and will enable our customers to design and manufacture in smaller size packages," Kathryn Murphy, president and CEO of Corning Gilbert, said.
The G3PO connectors support increased package density with center-to-center spacing of 0.085" minimum and PCB to PCB stack height of 0.120" minimum. The new connectors are designed for 50 ohms. They feature a frequency range from DC to 65 GHz and an operating temperature range from -65° to +165° C. Typical VSWR is 1.1:1 to 26.5 GHz and 1.25:1 to 65 GHz. They allow for both radial and axial misalignment with negligible VSWR change and are capable of meeting environmental requirements per MIL-PRF-39012 such as corrosion, vibration, mechanical shock, thermal shock, and moisture resistance. Corning Gilbert's unique axial and radial misalignment features enable efficient assembly and robust performance under challenging conditions.
The G3PO Standard Blind-mate Interconnect (R1R1-0001-01) weighs only 0.2 milligrams. The G3PO product line includes custom blind-mate interconnects, edge-launch and surface-mount connectors, cable connectors (male and female), multi-position blocks in various sizes and detents, hermetic and load connectors. To meet customer specific short lead times, Corning Gilbert offers a fast and reliable turn around in the prototype shop. "We specialize in custom designs that meet our customers' requirements and can be manufactured in short lead times," Eric Paulus, design engineering manager, explained. In addition, the products are manufactured in high volumes at Corning Gilbert's production facility in Glendale, AZ.
Corning Gilbert's microwave product portfolio, including coaxial push-on interconnects, GSMA, TNC, F connectors, and more, will be on exhibit during the IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium/Exhibition June 14 to 16 in Long Beach, CA. For more information, contact Corning Gilbert or visit them at Booth #1903.
Source: Corning Gilbert