IEC 61169-47:2015

Overview

IEC 61169-47:2015 is a sectional specification for radio-frequency (RF) coaxial connectors with clamp (push‑on) coupling, typically the F‑Quick variant used in 75 Ω cable networks. This second edition (2015) replaces the 2012 edition and provides rules for preparing detail specifications (DS) for type F‑Quick connectors - covering interface dimensions, gauging, electrical and mechanical performance, mandatory tests (as selected from IEC 61169‑1), test schedules and inspection requirements.

Key topics and technical requirements

• Interface dimensions and examples: common and specific dimensional data for F‑Quick male plugs, including variants with resilient outer conductor sleeves, slotted outer conductors and snap rings.
  • Example key dimensions (Table 1): inner conductor length A = 6.35–8.63 mm, inner conductor diameter D = 0.64–1.13 mm, reference plane opening F = 6.84 mm, reference plane outer diameter G = 7.11 mm, maximum envelope C ≈ 16.61 mm.
• Mechanical gauging: defined gauges and tolerances to ensure interchangeability and correct fit with port threads and bulkhead dimensions.
• Insertion and withdrawal forces: specific requirements for outer conductor gauge use - insertion force ≤ 35 N, withdrawal force ≥ 15 N (see Table 2 / Figure 5).
• Electrical and mechanical performance: recommended characteristics and mandatory performance selection drawn from IEC 61169‑1 (general measuring methods and tests).
• Quality assessment & test schedules: acceptance and periodic tests, environmental characteristics (including outdoor socket considerations), inspection and quality conformance procedures.
• Preparation of detail specifications (DS): guidance and a blank DS pro‑forma to help manufacturers and standards authors produce consistent product specifications.

Practical applications and users

• Typical use: indoor F‑type coaxial receiver leads, patch cables and push‑on connections in cable TV, satellite and broadband distribution.
• Who uses this standard:
  • Connector and cable design engineers and manufacturers
  • Test laboratories and quality assurance teams performing conformance testing
  • Procurement, compliance and certification bodies specifying DS for supply contracts
  • System integrators and installers wanting interoperability and reliable mechanical/electrical performance
• Practical benefits: ensures interchangeability, repeatable mechanical fit and predictable electrical behavior across suppliers; reduces field failures and simplifies test/inspection plans.

Related standards

• IEC 61169‑1:2013 - Generic specification; general requirements and measuring methods (mandatory test selection).
• IEC 61169‑24:2009 - Sectional specification for screw‑coupled F connectors (recommended where fixed/screwed coupling is preferred).
• IEC 62037 (and IEC 62037‑3) - Passive RF and microwave devices, intermodulation measurement methods.

IEC 61169‑47 is essential for anyone specifying, designing or testing F‑Quick RF coaxial connectors in 75 Ω cable networks to ensure mechanical compatibility and defined performance.