Material Composition | Outdoor equipment, industrial machinery | Industry: Copper (ASTM F1498 conductivity) ▲ Base: Brass (ASTM F1498 corrosion resistance) ▲▲ Advanced: Stainless Steel (ASTM B117, 1000hr salt spray test) | Base: Enhanced durability over copper; Advanced: Extreme corrosion resistance for harsh environments | Advanced versions may have higher costs due to premium materials |
Termination Method | Field installations, rapid deployment | Industry: Solder-only (requires tools) ▲ Base: Solder ▲▲ Advanced: Solder + Screw (tool-free installation) | Advanced: Easy field installation without soldering tools | Solder-only methods require skilled labor and equipment |
Connector Type | High-frequency systems (radar, telecom) | Industry: UHF (300 MHz max) ▲ Base: UHF ▲▲ Advanced: UHF + Microwave (3 GHz, VSWR <1.5 @ 3 GHz) | Advanced: Supports high-frequency applications like 5G or radar systems | Advanced connectors may be bulkier and less compact |
Orientation | Enclosed spaces, tight compartments | Industry: Straight ▲ Base: Right Angle ▲▲ Advanced: Right Angle (reinforced strain relief) | Base/Advanced: Saves space in cramped environments; Advanced adds structural durability | Right-angle designs may limit cable routing flexibility in some setups |
Cable Compatibility | Multi-cable projects (e.g., automotive) | Industry: RG58 only ▲ Base: RG58/RG174 ▲▲ Advanced: RG8/RG58/RG174/RG213 (thicker cables) | Advanced: Handles high-power RG8/RG213 for heavy-duty applications | Base versions may not support thicker cables for high-current needs |
Environmental Resistance | Marine, outdoor, or dusty sites | Industry: Unrated ▲ Base: IP50 (dust resistance) ▲▲ Advanced: IP67 (dust/waterproof) | Advanced: Submersible up to 1m for 30min; ideal for wet environments | IP67 adds cost and weight compared to basic models |