Edge Launch Plus PCB Connectors

SV Microwave’s Edge Launch Plus PCB Connectors are precision RF connectors engineered for board-edge applications where reliability and high-frequency performance are critical. This product line features an extended flange design at the PCB transition point to maintain ground contact in the event of copper pull-back, ensuring consistent electrical performance. Available in multiple detent styles, including full detent, smooth bore, and catcher's mitt, this line also includes QuarterBack connectors with a spring-loaded keying mechanism for added stability in high-vibration environments.

Features / Benefits & Applications
Technical Specs

Features / Benefits:

Extended flange design maintains electrical contact when copper pull back is present
Multiple detent options (full detent, smooth bore, catcher's mitt)
QuarterBack versions available
DC – 65GHz

Applications:

Board-to-Board solutions
Mil-Aero

The specifications below are typical for the connector series but may not apply to this part. Please see the datasheet for full specifications.

SMP

Impedance (Ω)	50
Frequency GHz	40 GHz
Shielding Effectiveness	≥ -80 dB DC - 3 GHz ≥ -65 dB 3 - 26.5 GHz
Dielectric withstanding Voltage	500 VRMS
Mating Cycles - SB	1000
Mating Cycles - LD	500
Mating Cycles - FD	100
Insertion Force - SB	3.0 lbs
Insertion Force - LD	5.0 lbs
Insertion Force - FD	7.0 lbs
Withdrawal Force - SB	0.5 lbs
Withdrawal Force - LD	7.0 lbs
Withdrawal Force - FD	9.0 lbs
Axial Misalignment	.010” Max
Radial Misalignment	3° Max
Temperature Rating	-65°C to +165°C
Corrosion (salt spray)	MIL-STD-202, Method 101, Condition B
Vibration	MIL-STD-202, Method 204, Condition D
Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 213, Condition I
Thermal Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 107, Condition B
Moisture Resistance	MIL-STD-202, Method 106, Less Step 7B
Barometric Pressure (Altitude)	MIL-STD-202, Method 105, Condition C, 70k Ft.

SMPS

Impedance (Ω)	50
Frequency GHz	65 GHz
Shielding Effectiveness	≥ -80 dB DC - 3 GHz ≥ -65 dB 3 - 26.5 GHz
Dielectric withstanding Voltage	250 VRMS
Mating Cycles - SB	500
Mating Cycles - FD	100
Insertion Force - SB	1.2 lbs
Insertion Force - FD	2.5 lbs
Withdrawal Force - SB	1.0 lbs
Withdrawal Force - FD	4.5 lbs
Axial Misalignment	.010” Max
Radial Misalignment	3° Max
Temperature Rating	-65°C to +165°C
Corrosion (salt spray)	MIL-STD-202, Method 101, Condition B
Vibration	MIL-STD-202, Method 204, Condition D
Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 213, Condition I
Thermal Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 107, Condition B
Moisture Resistance	MIL-STD-202, Method 106, Less Step 7B
Barometric Pressure (Altitude)	MIL-STD-202, Method 105, Condition C, 70k Ft.

SMPM

Impedance (Ω)	50
Frequency GHz	65 GHz
Shielding Effectiveness	≥ -80 dB DC - 3 GHz ≥ -65 dB 3 - 26.5 GHz
Dielectric withstanding Voltage	325 VRMS
Mating Cycles - SB	500
Mating Cycles - FD	100
Insertion Force - SB	2.5 lbs
Insertion Force - FD	4.5 lbs
Withdrawal Force - SB	1.5 lbs
Withdrawal Force - FD	6.5 lbs
Axial Misalignment	.010” Max
Radial Misalignment	3° Max
Temperature Rating	-65°C to +165°C
Corrosion (salt spray)	MIL-STD-202, Method 101, Condition B
Vibration	MIL-STD-202, Method 204, Condition D
Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 213, Condition I
Thermal Shock	MIL-STD-202, Method 107, Condition B
Moisture Resistance	MIL-STD-202, Method 106, Less Step 7B
Barometric Pressure (Altitude)	MIL-STD-202, Method 105, Condition C, 70k Ft.