V281C/D and W281C/D 1.0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters
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1. 3 6 1 0 mm Connector Alignment 3 6 1 0 mm Connector Misalignment itr ee s 3 7 Cleaning 0 1 91 99 9 2 90 9 99 09 90 5 0 4 0 0 0 05 d 3 8 Supplies and Equipment Needed 3 8 V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Contents i Basic Cleaning Procedure 3 8 Making Bonmectlon as asc oir hp ed deeds 3 9 Connection Procedure 3 9 Connecting 3 9 Using the Torque nsus diei rudera ds odere 3 10 Torque Wrench Procedure 3 10 Disconnection editas soo eror eee 3 11 Handling and Storage osos aseo Dau 3 12 4 Replaceable Parts Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Contents ii 1 0 mm Connector Overview About This Manual Serial Numbers Incoming Inspection General Information These adapters are used for the measurement of components with 500 1 0 mm connectors with a frequency range from DC to 110 GHz The 1 0 mm connector utilizes an air dielectric interface for the highest accuracy and repeatability The coupling diameter and thread size were chosen to maximize strength2. CR ERR TRO CR EOS RR ER RA RE 1 1 Clarifying Connector Sex 1 2 Preventive 1 2 2 Specifications Environmental Requirements 2 1 Temperature What To Watch Out For 2 1 Electrical Specifications d donor bab alg 2 2 9 and teret ber p e Pepe Reden 2 2 and DERE 2 2 Mechanical Saeed bett bue hone 2 2 Center Conductor Protrusion and Pin 2 2 Supplemental Mechanical Characteristics 2 2 Mechanical Dimensions us SE EV ERIS 2 4 3 Making Connections Electrostatic Discharge 4 sss ym pr rs 3 1 Supplies and Equipment Required but Not Supplied 3 1 Visual Inspection eese tse e ri E Pod 3 2 Required Inspection 18015 3 2 Obvious Defects or 3 2 reboot one pcs ions ea docte ade bag 3 3 Mating Plane Surfaees CREER es 3 4 Damaged Connectors 3 4 Connector UE 3 4 DEUS S dans 3 5 PROMUSION ANG RECESSION eek RIO dero 3 5 Making
3. typical mechanical characteristics of the 1 0 mm connectors in the V and W band adapters Typical 1 0 mm Connector Characteristics Characteristic Typical Value Inside Diameter of Outer Conductor 1 000 0 005 mm Outside Diameter of Center Conductor 0 434 0 005 mm Pin Depth 0 flush to 0 020 mm maximum recession Flatness of Reference Plane 0 005 mm worst case 2 2 Vand W281C D Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Table 2 3 Specifications Supplemental Characteristics V281C D W281C D Maximum Power 75 110 GHz 12W 12W Ambient 25 degrees 25 degrees Net Weight 0 1 kg 0 1 kg 0 2 Ibs 0 2 Ibs Waveguide Designator EIA WR 15 WR 10 MIL W 85 3 018 3 024 Flange Designator UG U 385 387 MIL F 3922 67B 002 67B 010 Insertion Loss 0 8 dB max 1 0 dB max Repeatability 45 dB max 40 dB max Repeatability 20 log I AT I where IT m4 m31 This is the difference between two measurements m and T my before and after one disconnect connect cycle at the coax port Repeatability depends upon proper torque and pin depth V and W281C D Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 2 3 Specifications Mechanical Dimensions V281C and W281C V281D and W281D 13 84 545 13 79 0 16 1 26 Dia 19 1 75 vw281cd Figure 2 1 V281C D and W281C D Dimensions 2 4 Vand W281C D Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Supplies and Equipment Required but N
4. V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 3 9 Torque Wrench Procedure Making Connections Using the Torque Wrench Using the Torque Wrench Table 3 1 provides information on the torque wrench required for the connector type of your adapter Table 3 1 Torque Wrench Information Connector Torque Torque Type Setting Tolerance 1 0 mm 45 N cm 4 in Ib 5 4 N cm 0 5 in Ib Using the torque wrench guarantees that a connection is not too tight This will help prevent possible connector damage It also guarantees that all connections are equally tight each time Do not pre tighten so much that there is no rotation of the nut with the torque wrench Static friction must not be present during torquing Rotate only the connector nut when you tighten the connector In a l situations the use of an open end wrench to keep the body of the device from turning is recommended 3 10 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters CAUTION Making Connections Disconnection Procedure Disconnection Procedure To avoid lateral bending force on the connector mating plane surfaces always support the devices and connections 1 Usean open end wrench to prevent the device body from turning 2 Useanother wrench to loosen the connector nut 3 Complete the disconnection by hand turning only the connector nut Do nottwist one connector out of the other like removing a light bulb Turn the connector nut not
5. conductor mating plane At no time should the pin depth of the 1 0 mm connector be protruding Recession the center conductor is set back from the outer conductor mating plane The pin depth value of each adapter was verified to be within factory specifications at shipment The electrical performance of the adapter depends to some extent on its pin depth The electrical specifications for each adapter takes into account the effect of pin depth on the adapters performance See Figure 3 4 for a visual representation of proper pin depth slightly recessed Male Female Outer Conductor HEN Center Conductor Female Pin Depth Outer Conductor Mating M Figure 3 4 Connector Pin Depth V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 3 5 NOTE 1 0 mm Connector Alignment Making Connections Making Connections Making Connections Good connections require a skilled operator Instrument sensitivity and coaxial connector mechanical tolerances are such that slight errors in operator technique can have a significant effect on measurements and measurement uncertainties The most common cause of measurement error is poor connections Follow these recommendations for optimum connection technique 1 Clean and inspect visually and mechanically all of your connectors 2 Align connectors carefully Look for flat physical contact at all points on the mating plane surf
6. connector see Figure 3 5 and Figure 3 6 5 Push the connectors straight together Do not twist or screw them together As the center conductors mate there is usually a slight resistance Do nottwist one connector into the other like inserting a light bulb This happens when you turn the device body rather than the connector nut Major damage to the center conductor and the outer conductor can occur if the device body is twisted 6 Initial tightening can be done by hand or with a 6 mm open end wrench Tighten until snug or where the connectors are first making contact The preliminary connection is tight enough when the mating plane surfaces make uniform light contact Do not overtighten this connection At this point all you want is for the outer conductors to make gentle contact on both mating surfaces Use very light finger pressure no more than 2 in Ibs of torque 7 Relieve any side pressure on the connection from long or heavy devices or cables This assures consistent torque refer to Using the Torque Wrench The waveguide mating planes are precision flanges that you must carefully screw together Flat contact between the connectors at a points on their mating plane surface is required for a good connection Inspect the mating surfaces for any gaps or any condition that will not allow the surfaces to lay flat Always connect waveguide in the same flange orientation using an X pattern for equal compression
7. connectors are referred to in terms of their device sex Male Connector Female Connector Figure 1 1 Male and Female Connectors The best techniques for maintaining the integrity of these adapters is to include routine visual inspection using 10X magnification cleaning and proper connection techniques Failure to detect and remove dirt or metallic particles on a mating plane surface can degrade repeatability and accuracy and can damage any connector mated to it Improper connections resulting from poor connection techniques can also damage these devices Visual inspection cleaning techniques and connection techniques are all described in Chapter 3 Making Connections 1 2 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 2 Specifications Environmental Requirements Table2 1 Environmental Requirements Parameter Required Values Ranges Operating Temperature 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F Storage Temperature 40 to 75 C 40 to 167 F Altitude Operation lt 15 000 meters 50 000 feet Storage lt 15 000 meters 50 000 feet Relative Humidity Always Non Condensing Operation 0 to 80 26 C maximum dry bulb Storage 0 to 90 Temperature What To Due to the critical dimensions and tight tolerances of the 1 0 mm connectors Watch Out For on your adapters electrical characteristics will change with temperature The operating temperature is a critical factor in the performance during measurement
8. the device body Major damage to the center conductor and the outer conductor can occur if the device body is twisted 4 Pullthe connectors straight apart without twisting or bending V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 3 11 Making Connections Handling and Storage Handling and Storage Store the adapters with end caps in a foam lined storage case Never store adapters loose in a box in a desk or in a bench drawer This is the most common cause of connector damage during storage Keep connectors clean Do not touch mating plane surfaces Natural skin oils and microscopic particles of dirt are easily transferred to the connector interface and are very difficult to remove Do not set connectors contact end down on hard surface The plating and the mating plane surfaces can be damaged if the interface comes in contact with any hard surface When you are not using a connector use plastic end caps over the mating plane surfaces to keep them clean and protected 3 12 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters NOTE Replaceable Parts There are no internal replaceable parts within the V281C D and W281C D adapters The 1 0 mm connectors are not considered field reparable and are not listed If a unit is in need of repair a replacement must be purchased The following table lists the part numbers necessary for inspection ESD protection and replacement To order a list
9. E Agilent Technologies V281C D and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Operating and Service Manual 00281 90056 Agilent Part Number 00281 90056 Printed in Malaysia Print Date March 2013 Supersedes May 2001 Documentation Warranty THE MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS PROVIDED AS IS AND IS SUBJECT TO BEING CHANGED WITHOUT NOTICE IN FUTURE EDITIONS FURTHER TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW AGILENT DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL AND ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AGILENT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS OR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE FURNISHING USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS DOCUMENT OR ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN SHOULD AGILENT AND THE USER HAVE A SEPARATE WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH WARRANTY TERMS COVERING THE MATERIAL IN THIS DOCUMENT THAT CONFLICT WITH THESE TERMS THE WARRANTY TERMS IN THE SEPARATE AGREEMENT WILL CONTROL Copyright 1998 2001 2013 Agilent Technologies Inc ii Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters DFARS Restricted Rights Notice Printing Copies of This Document Assistance Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory Agilent Technologies further certifies that its cali
10. Table 4 1 A minimum magnification of 10X is required for all inspections of the adapter parts 1 Inspect the connectors for dust dirt metal fragments oils or films and debris 2 Blow off any dust with a filtered clean supply of compressed air 3 Adda few drops of high purity isopropyl alcohol to small cleaning swab do not apply alcohol directly to the parts When using isopropyl alcohol to clean connectors do not allow liquid to flow down inside the connector This may cause measurement errors due to residue inside the connector If possible keep the connector facing down 4 Gently wipe connecting surfaces with the end of the cleaning swab see Figure 3 7 5 Blow dry with a clean supply of compressed air 6 Inspect and repeat cleaning procedure if necessary Female Connector a N EU Figure 3 7 Cleaning Illustration Male Connector 3 8 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Connection Procedure CAUTION Connecting Waveguides Making Connections Making a Connection Making a Connection 1 Ground yourself and all devices wear a grounded wrist strap and work on an antistatic mat 2 Visually inspect the connectors refer to Visual Inspection on page 3 2 3 If necessary clean the connectors refer to Cleaning Connectors on page 3 8 4 Carefully align the connectors The male connector center pin must slip concentrically into the contact fingers of the female
11. aces If one of the 1 0 mm connectors is free to move this will make it possible for the connectors to self align during connection Self alignment occurs because outer conductors engage before the center conductors see Figure 3 5 and Figure 3 6 1 Make a gentle preliminary connection 2 When making a connection turn only the connector nut Do not rotate a device when you make a connection and do not apply a lateral or horizontal bending force 3 Useanopen end wrench to keep the device from rotating when you make a final connection with the torque wrench see Table 4 1 on page 4 1 for ordering information 3 6 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Making Connections Making Connections Align Outer Conductors Male Connector Female Connector alignmnt Figure 3 5 Alignment 1 0 mm Connector Forced misalignment could damage the female center conductor Misalignment Watch for Forced Misalignment It Can Damage the Female Center Conductor misalign Figure 3 8 Forced Misalignment NOTE To achieve misalignment as shown in Figure 3 6 you must use excessive force V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 3 7 Supplies and Equipment Needed NOTE Basic Cleaning Procedure NOTE Making Connections Cleaning Connectors Cleaning Connectors The supplies and equipment that are needed to perform the cleaning procedures and their Agilent Technologies part numbers are listed in
12. bration measurements are traceable to the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST formerly NBS to the extent allowed by the Institute s calibration facility and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members To print copies of this document download the PDF from the Agilent Web site Go to http www agilent com Enter the document s part number located on the title page in the Search box Click Search When the PDF has fully downloaded print the document Assistance with test and measurement needs and information on finding a local Agilent office are available on the Web at http www agilent com find assist If you do not have access to the Internet please contact your Agilent field engineer In any correspondence or telephone conversation refer to the Agilent product by its model number and full serial number With this information the Agilent representative can determine whether your product is still within its warranty period iii Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters iv Contents Contents Contacting ROT RPM ETE REPRE UP bob iii 1 General Information 1 0 mm Connector Overview 1 1 About ThisMari al erben tti enir 1 1 Serial 24 ie hetero eee 1 1 Incoming InspectiOn
13. c discharge 3 1 environmental requirements 2 1 F figure adapter dimensions 2 4 alignment 3 7 cleaning illustration 3 8 concentricity female connector 3 3 concentricity male connector 3 4 connector pin depth 3 5 contact integrity 3 3 male and female connectors 1 2 misalignment 3 7 Index G General 1 1 general information 1 0 mm connector overview 1 1 H handling and stroage 3 12 inspection incoming 1 1 visual 3 2 M maintenance preventive 1 2 making a connection 3 1 P part numbers 7 1 parts replaceing 7 1 pin depth 3 5 protrusion 3 5 recession 3 5 visual 3 5 replaceable parts 7 1 S serial numbers 1 1 label 1 1 specifications 2 1 electrical 2 2 T temperature V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Index i what to watch for 2 1 torque wrench settings and tolerance 3 10 using 3 10 visual 3 9 troque wrench procedure 3 10 V visual inspection concentricity 3 3 connector wear 3 4 contact integrity 3 3 mating plane surfaces 3 4 obvious defects or damage 3 2 required tools 3 2 visual instpection 3 2 V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters ndex ii
14. ed part note the description part number and the quantity desired Telephone or send your order to the nearest AgilentTechnologies sales and service office listed in Support and Service on page v Table 4 1 Replaceable Parts Description Part Numbers Items Included With Adapters Operating and Service Manual 00281 90056 Waveguide Protective Cap clear 1401 0227 Coax Protective Cap red 1401 0202 Items Not Included With Adapters 10X Magnifying Glass 1000 1114 6 mm 4 in Ib Torque Wrench 8710 2079 6 mm Open end Wrench 8710 2156 Cleaning Swabs 9301 1243 Isopropyl Alcohol 30 ml Grounding Wrist Strap 9300 1367 5 Foot Grounding Cord for wrist strap 9300 0980 2 x 4 Foot Conductive Table Mat 15 ft Ground Wire 9300 0797 ESD Heel Strap for conductive floors 9300 1308 V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 4 1 Replaceable Parts 4 2 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters A about this manual 1 1 center conductor protrusion and pin depth 2 4 characteristics 1 0 mm connector 2 2 mechanical 2 2 supplemental mechanical 2 2 cleaning process 3 8 connections 3 6 alignment 3 6 procedure 3 9 waguide 3 9 connector contacts 3 3 connectors clarifying sex 1 2 cleaning 3 8 basic procedure 3 8 damaged 3 4 defects or damage 3 2 mating plane surface 3 4 wear 3 4 D disconnection procedure 3 11 E electrostati
15. es of the center and outer conductors and for signs of damage due to misalignment and excessive or uneven wear A light burnishing of the mating plane surface is normal This is evident as light scratches or shallow circular marks distributed more or less uniformly over the mating plane surface Other small defects and cosmetic imperfections are also normal None of these affect electrical or mechanical performance Clean and inspect the connector again if it shows Deep scratches or dents Particles clinging to the mating plane surface Uneven wear If you find a damaged connector try to determine the cause of the damage before connecting a new undamaged connector in the same configuration Damaged connectors should be discarded Connector wear eventually degrades performance The more use a connector gets the faster it wears and degrades The wear is greatly accelerated when connectors are not kept clean When your connectors become worn replace them 3 4 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Protrusion and Recession NOTE Male Pin Depth Outer Conductor Mating Plane conngen Making Connections Pin Depth Pin Depth Pin depth is the distance that the center conductor mating plane differs from being flush with the outer conductor mating plane The pin depth of a connector can be in one of two states either protruding or recessed Protrusion the center conductor extends beyond the outer
16. g Connections Visual Inspection A minimum magnification of 10X is required to inspect the connector contacts You must also use a magnifying glass to inspect for contact integrity It is necessary to use good lighting such as a halogen task light to see the contacts Notice the location of the cross hairs in relationship to the center of the following figures See Figure 3 1 for visual guidelines when evaluating the contact integrity of a connector Normal wear will Damaged contact will spread contact slightly look electrically capacitive Figure 3 1 Contact Integrity Figure 3 2 and Figure 3 3 show the concentricity of both the male and female 1 0 mm connectors Perfectly concentric feconect 025 mm off center gt 025 mm off center specification maximum DO NOT USE Figure 3 2 Concentricity Female Connector V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 3 3 Perfectly concentric maconect Mating Plane Surfaces Damaged Connectors Connector Wear Making Connections Visual Inspection 025 mm off center gt 025 mm off center specification maximum DO NOT USE Figure 3 3 Concentricity Male Connector Flat contact between the connectors at all points on their mating plane surface is required for a good connections Look for deep scratches or dents and for dirt and metal particles on the connector mating plane surfaces Also look for dings on the mating plane surfac
17. increase durability and provide highly repeatable connections The connectors are designed so that the outer conductors engage before the center conductors To obtain the best performance possible the manufacturing tolerances of the connectors are tighter than the standard 1 0 mm specifications per the IEEE 287 connector standard This manual describes the V281C D and W281C D coaxial to waveguide adapters and provides replacement part numbers specifications and procedures for using and maintaining the adapters Throughout this manual the V281C D and W281C D coaxial to waveguide adapters will be referred to as the V and W band Adapters A serial number label is attached to each adapter The serial number is made up of five numbers and is unique to each adapter Agilent Technologies will arrange for repair or replacement of incomplete or damaged shipments without waiting for a settlement from the transportation company When you send a device to Agilent Technologies include the following information Your company name and address A technical contact person within your company and the person s complete phone number If you are returning one or more devices include the part numbers and serial numbers Indicate the type of service required Include any applicable information V and W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 1 1 Clarifying Connector Sex Preventive Maintenance General Information In this manual
18. ng information V and W281C D Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 3 1 Required Inspection Tools Obvious Defects or Damage Making Connections Visual Inspection Visual Inspection Visual inspection and if necessary cleaning should be done every time a connection is made Metal particles from the connector threads may fall into the connector when it is disconnected One connection made with a dirty or damaged connector can damage both connectors beyond repair Magnification is helpful when inspecting connectors but it is not required and may actually be misleading Defects and damage that cannot be seen without magnification generally have no effect on electrical or mechanical performance Magnification is of great use in analyzing the nature and cause of damage and in cleaning connectors but it is not required for inspection Examine the connectors first for obvious defects or damage Plating a Bare metal showing a Burrs or blisters Deformed threads Center Conductors Bent Broken Misaligned Concentricity gt Connector nuts should move smoothly and be free of Burrs Loose metal particles Rough spots Any connector that has obvious defects should be discarded See Figure 3 1 Figure 3 2 and Figure 3 3 for visual inspection guidelines 3 2 Vand W281C D 1 0 mm Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters Connector Contacts NOTE Perfectly formed new contact integ Concentricity Makin
19. ot Supplied Making Connections Electrostatic Discharge Protection against ESD electrostatic discharge is essential while cleaning inspecting or connecting any connector attached to a static sensitive circuit such as those found in test sets Static electricity builds up on the body and can easily damage sensitive internal circuit elements when discharged by contact with the center conductor of a connector Static discharges too small to be felt can cause permanent damage Devices such as calibration and verification components and devices under test can also carry an electrostatic charge Always have a grounded antistatic mat in front of your test equipment and wear a grounded wrist strap attached to it Ground yourself before you clean inspect or make a connection to a static sensitive device or test port You can for example grasp the grounded outer shell of the test port briefly to discharge static from your body Discharge static electricity from a device before connecting it touch the device briefly through a resistor of at least 1 to either the outer shell of the test port or to another exposed ground This discharges static electricity and protects test equipment circuitry Various connector cleaning supplies and electrostatic discharge safety supplies are not provided in this kit For cleaning and inspection a 10X magnifying glass is available Refer to Chapter 4 Replaceable Parts for orderi
20. s and between calibrations NOTE Remember your fingers are a heat source so avoid handling the devices unnecessarily during calibration V and W281C D Coaxial to Waveguide Adapters 2 1 V281C and V281D W281C and W281D Center Conductor Protrusion and Pin Depth Supplemental Mechanical Characteristics Table 2 2 Specifications Electrical Specifications Frequency Range 50 to 75 GHz Return Loss at coaxial port 16 dB max Frequency Range 75 to 110 GHz Return Loss at coaxial port 16 dB max Mechanical Characteristics Mechanical characteristics such as center conductor protrusion and pin depth are not performance specifications They are important supplemental characteristics related to electrical performance Agilent Technologies verifies the mechanical characteristics of the V and W band adapters with special gaging processes and electrical testing This ensures that the adapter connectors do not exhibit any center conductor protrusion and have proper pin depth when they leave the factory Supplemental mechanical characteristics are values which are typically met by the majority of the adapters tested at Hewlett Packard These supplemental characteristics are intended to provide useful information These are typical but non warranted performance parameters The following table lists the
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