SMA-to-SMA Microwave Cables

 

 
SMM24

Description
Thorlabs’ SMA-to-SMA Microwave Cables support frequencies from DC up to 26 GHz. Each cable is
terminated with SMA Male connectors on both ends. They are designed to be flexible while maintaining
low-loss performance from DC – 26 GHz. The SMA connector body and center pin are gold-plated. They
are available in lengths of 3", 6", 12", 24", 36", 72", or 120".

The SMA connector can mate directly to a 2.92 mm, 3.5 mm, or K connector.

Specifications
SMA-to-SMA Cable Specifications
Length 3", 6", 12", 24", and 36" 72" and 120"
Frequency Range DC – 26 GHz
Connector Type SMA Male to SMA Male
Outer Cable Diameter 2.6 mm
Center Conductor (solid) Ø0.5 mm
Impedance 50 Ω
Withstand Voltageb 1500 VDC 1000 VDC
Min Bend Radius 6.4 mm 14 mm
Capacitance 96 pF/m
Max Average Power 31 W @ 10 GHz 28 @ 10 GHz
Max VSWRa @ 18 GHz 1.3
Max VSWRa @ 26 GHz 1.7
Propagation Velocity 69.5%
Coupling Nut Hex Size 5/16"
Recommended Coupling Torque 5 in•lb (0.56 N•m)
a) Voltage Standing Wave Ratio 

Item # Length Max Insertion Loss

SMM3 76 mm ± 8 mm (3.00" ± 0.30") 0.9 dB
SMM6 152 mm ± 10 mm (6.00" ± 0.40") 1.3 dB
SMM12 305 mm ± 10 mm (12.00" ± 0.40") 2.0 dB
SMM24 610 mm ± 10 mm (24.00" ± 0.40") 3.5 dB
SMM36 914 mm ± 10 mm (36.00" ± 0.40") 4.9 dB
SMM72 1829 mm ± 20 mm (72.00" ± 0.80") 9.5 dB
SMM120 3048 mm ± 30 mm (120.00" ± 1.20") 15.3 dB

  September 1, 2017 
TTN048875‐S01, Rev B 
Typical Performance Plots

The graph above shows the insertion loss for SMA-to-SMA Microwave Cables. The shaded region denotes
the specified operating frequency range for these cables (DC – 26 GHz). Performance outside of this
range is not guaranteed. Ripples in the insertion loss are a function of the cable length and a normal
result of reflections between the ends of the cables. Shorter cables show a greater effect.

 
September 1,   2017 
TTN048875‐S01, Rev B 
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