SMA M RA RP LMR 200 CRIMP

Preparation:
– Strip the Cable: Carefully strip the LMR-200 cable to expose the central conductor and the shield. This involves:
– Removing the outer jacket.
– Removing the braided shield (or foil).
– Stripping the dielectric insulation to expose the inner conductor. Follow the manufacturer’s specifications for strip lengths.
– Prepare the Connector: Ensure the SMA right-angle RP connector is ready. It typically includes a central pin and a crimp ring or ferrule for the shield.

• Crimping Steps:
  – Insert the Central Conductor:
  – Insert the stripped end of the LMR-200 cable’s central conductor into the central pin of the SMA connector. Ensure it is fully inserted and aligned.
  – Crimp the Central Pin:
  – Use a crimping tool to compress the crimp ring around the central pin. This forms a solid electrical and mechanical connection between the central conductor and the pin.
  – Prepare the Shield:
  – Fold back the braided shield of the LMR-200 cable to make contact with the connector’s grounding element or body.
  – Crimp the Shield:
  – Slide the crimp ferrule (or ring) over the folded-back shield and use the crimping tool to compress it. This secures the shield to the connector’s grounding element, ensuring proper grounding and reducing signal loss.
• Final Steps:
  – Inspect the Connection: Verify that the crimped connections are secure and there are no loose parts or visible damage. Ensure that the crimping is done uniformly and properly.
  – Test the Connection: If possible, use RF testing equipment to confirm that the connection maintains signal integrity and meets the required performance specifications.

Applications:

– SMA Right-Angle Reverse Polarity to LMR-200 Crimped Assemblies are used in RF applications where high performance and reliability are crucial, and where reverse polarity connections are required to prevent incorrect mating.
– Crimping is favored for its simplicity and the robust, reliable connections it provides, especially in field or production environments where quick and reliable assembly is needed.