PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS 1.85mm Coaxial Connector Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS is a 1.85mm coaxial connector plug manufactured by Samtec Inc., designed for high-frequency RF applications up to 65 GHz. This male pin connector features solder termination and is configured for free-hanging (in-line) mounting with RG-405 semi-rigid cable (.086 diameter). The connector maintains 50 ohms impedance and is constructed with stainless steel body and beryllium copper center contact with gold plating. Currently in active product status with 902 units in stock, this connector serves critical RF signal transmission applications. Equivalent substitute parts are identified to support procurement flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity.

Substiute Parts

PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 942PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 797PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS are identified based on strict parametric equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical specifications. The substitution logic is based on the following key parameters that must remain identical:

Electrical Parameters:

• Connector style: 1.85mm
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Frequency maximum: 65 GHz
• Number of ports: 1

Mechanical Parameters:

• Connector type: Plug, Male Pin
• Contact termination: Solder
• Shield termination: Clamp
• Mounting type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Cable group: RG-405 (.086 Semi Rigid)
• Fastening type: Threaded

Material & Construction Parameters:

• Center contact material: Beryllium Copper
• Body material: Stainless Steel
• Center contact plating: Gold
• Dielectric material: PTFE

Compliance Parameters:

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Product Status: Active

Parts that maintain all these parameters are classified as parametric equivalents and direct substitutes. No parameter variation is permitted for substitution classification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS is a direct parametric equivalent to the PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS. Both connectors are manufactured by Samtec Inc. and maintain identical electrical, mechanical, and material specifications across all critical parameters. Both parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance certification.

Selection between these two part numbers is based on inventory availability and procurement requirements. The PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS currently maintains higher inventory (902 units) compared to PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS (718 units). Both parts are suitable for immediate deployment in 1.85mm RF coaxial connector applications requiring 50 ohm impedance, solder termination, and operation up to 65 GHz.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS be used as a direct replacement for PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS?

A: Yes. Both connectors are parametric equivalents with identical electrical specifications (50 ohms, 65 GHz maximum frequency), mechanical configuration (1.85mm plug, male pin, solder termination, free-hanging mount), and material composition (stainless steel body, beryllium copper center contact with gold plating). Both are ROHS3 compliant active products.

Q: What are the critical parameters that define substitution eligibility?

A: Substitution eligibility is determined by exact matching of: connector style (1.85mm), impedance (50 ohms), connector type (plug, male pin), contact termination (solder), shield termination (clamp), mounting type (free-hanging in-line), cable group (RG-405 .086 semi-rigid), fastening type (threaded), maximum frequency (65 GHz), center contact material (beryllium copper), body material (stainless steel), center contact plating (gold), and dielectric material (PTFE).

Q: Are there any packaging differences between these equivalent parts?

A: Both parts are supplied in bulk packaging. No packaging format differences exist between PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS and PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS.

Q: What is the impedance specification for these connectors?

A: Both connectors maintain 50 ohms impedance, standard for RF coaxial connector applications.

Q: What cable types are compatible with these connectors?

A: Both connectors are designed for RG-405 semi-rigid cable with .086 inch outer diameter.

Q: What is the maximum operating frequency for these connectors?

A: Both connectors are rated for maximum frequency operation up to 65 GHz.

Q: Are these connectors RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both PRF18-P-C-EP-086E-SS and PRF18-P-C-EP-086-SS are ROHS3 compliant.