> 4.3 | Antenna Connector

> TC65 uses an ultra-miniature SMT antenna connector supplied from Hirose Ltd. The product name is:
> U.FL-R-SMT
> The position of the antenna connector on the TC65 board can be seen in Figure .
> Figure 42: Mechanical dimensions of U.FL-R-SMT connector

> Table 20: | Product specifications of U.FL-R-SMT connector

> Item | Specification | Conditions
> Ratings
> Nominal impedance | 50Ω | Operating temp:-40°C to + 90°C Operating humidity: max. 90%
> Rated frequency | DC to 3GHz |
> Mechanical characteristics
> Female contact holding force | 0.15N min | Measured with a ∅ 0.475 pin gauge
> Repetitive operation | Contact resistance: Center 25mΩ Outside 15mΩ | 30 cycles of insertion and disengagement
> Vibration | No momentary disconnections of 1µs; No damage, cracks and looseness of parts | Frequency of 10 to 100Hz, single amplitude of 1.5mm, acceleration of 59m/s2, for 5 cycles in the direction of each of the 3 axes
> Shock | No momentary disconnections of 1µs. No damage, cracks and looseness of parts. | Acceleration of 735m/s 2, 11ms duration for 6 cycles in the direction of each of the 3 axes
> Environmental characteristics
> Humidity resistance | No damage, cracks and looseness of parts. Insulation resistance: 100MΩ min. at high humidity 500MΩ min. when dry | Exposure to 40°C, humidity of 95% for a total of 96 hours
> Temperature cycle | No damage, cracks and looseness of parts. Contact resistance: Center 25mΩ Outside 15mΩ | Temperature: +40°C → 5 to 35°C → +90°C → 5 to 35°C Time: 30min → within 5min → 30min within 5min
> Salt spray test | No excessive corrosion | 48 hours continuous exposure to 5% salt water

> Table 21: | Material and finish of U.FL-R-SMT connector and recommended plugs

> Part | Material | Finish
> Shell | Phosphor bronze | Silver plating
> Male center contact | Brass | Gold plating
> Female center contact | Phosphor bronze | Gold plating
> Insulator | Plug: PBT Receptacle: LCP | Black Beige

> Mating plugs and cables can be chosen from the Hirose U.FL Series. Examples are shown below and listed in Table 22. For latest product information please contact your Hirose dealer or visit the Hirose home page, for example http://www.hirose.com.
> Figure 43: U.FL-R-SMT connector with U.FL-LP-040 plug
> Figure 44: U.FL-R-SMT connector with U.FL-LP-066 plug
> In addition to the connectors illustrated above, the U.FL-LP-(V)-040(01) version is offered as an extremely space saving solution. This plug is intended for use with extra fine cable (up to ∅ 0.81mm) and minimizes the mating height to 2 mm. See Figure 45 which shows the Hirose data sheet.
> Figure 45: Specifications of U.FL-LP-(V)-040(01) plug

> Table 22: | Ordering information for Hirose U.FL Series

> Item | Part number | HRS number
> Connector on TC65 | U.FL-R-SMT | CL331-0471-0-10
> Right-angle plug shell for ∅ 0.81mm cable | U.FL-LP-040 | CL331-0451-2
> Right-angle plug for ∅ 0.81mm cable | U.FL-LP(V)-040 (01) | CL331-053-8-01
> Right-angle plug for ∅ 1.13mm cable | U.FL-LP-068 | CL331-0452-5
> Right-angle plug for ∅ 1.32mm cable | U.FL-LP-066 | CL331-0452-5
> Extraction jig | E.FL-LP-N | CL331-04441-9