This standard BS EN 61169-42:2013 Radio-frequency connectors is classified in these ICS categories:
33.120.30 RF connectors
IEC 61169-42:2013 provides information and rules for the preparation of detail specifications (DS) for CQN series RF coaxial connectors, with characteristic impedance of 50 Ohms, with threaded coupling and operating frequency limit up to 11 GHz, used in wireless, microwave, telecommunication, and other fields, connecting with RF cables or micro-strips. It also prescribes mating face dimensions for general connectors-grade 2, dimensional details of standard test connectors-grade 0, gauging information and tests selected from IEC 61169-1, applicable to all detail specifications relating to CQN series connectors. This first edition cancels and replaces the first edition of IEC/PAS 61169-42 published in 2009.