RF292EP Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RF292EP is a 2.92mm coaxial connector plug manufactured by Bulgin, designed for board edge end launch applications in 50-ohm RF systems. This connector features male pin compression termination with screw shield termination and operates across a frequency range up to 40 GHz. The part is currently active in production with 969 units in stock. Alternative equivalent parts are necessary to support supply chain flexibility, design redundancy, and procurement optimization across multiple manufacturing sources.

Substiute Parts

RF292EP

BulginIn Stock: 1002RF292EP Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

NE03MS001

WITHWAVE CO LTDIn Stock: 716NE03MS001 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the RF292EP with equivalent parts is determined by strict adherence to the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Connector Style: 2.92mm
• Connector Type: Plug, Male Pin
• Contact Termination: Compression
• Shield Termination: Screw
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Mounting Type: Board Edge, End Launch
• Fastening Type: Threaded
• Frequency - Max: 40 GHz
• Number of Ports: 1

Material and Environmental Compatibility:

• Center Contact Material: Beryllium Copper
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 125°C
• Voltage Rating: 250 V
• Mating Cycles: 500

The substitute part NE03MS001 manufactured by WITHWAVE CO LTD satisfies all mandatory matching parameters and maintains electrical and mechanical compatibility with the RF292EP across the specified operating envelope. Both parts are active products with current production status and full RoHS3 compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

RF292EP (Bulgin) is the primary specification part with complete technical documentation, full RoHS3 compliance, and MSL Level 1 rating. This part is suitable for applications requiring comprehensive environmental and compliance certifications with documented operating parameters across temperature, voltage, and mating cycle specifications.

NE03MS001 (WITHWAVE CO LTD) is a parametric equivalent that matches all critical electrical and mechanical interface parameters. This part is active in production and provides supply chain redundancy. The substitute maintains 2.92mm connector geometry, 50-ohm impedance, compression termination, and 40 GHz frequency capability. Material composition differs in body construction (brass with nickel finish and gold-plated center contact versus stainless steel), which does not affect electrical performance within the specified operating envelope.

Selection between these parts should be based on procurement availability, supply chain requirements, and inventory status. Both parts are suitable for direct substitution in 2.92mm end launch applications operating up to 40 GHz.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can NE03MS001 be used as a direct replacement for RF292EP in production assemblies?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical connector style (2.92mm), connector type (plug, male pin), contact termination (compression), shield termination (screw), impedance (50 ohms), mounting type (board edge, end launch), and frequency capability (40 GHz). These parameters define mechanical and electrical compatibility for end launch applications.

Q: What are the material differences between RF292EP and NE03MS001?

A: RF292EP features a stainless steel body with polyetherimide dielectric. NE03MS001 features a brass body with nickel finish and gold-plated center contact. Both maintain beryllium copper center contact material and silver housing color. These material variations do not affect RF performance or mechanical interface compatibility.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: RF292EP is documented as ROHS3 compliant. RoHS compliance status for NE03MS001 is not specified in the provided technical data.

Q: What is the inventory status for each part?

A: RF292EP has 969 units in stock. NE03MS001 has 662 units in stock. Both parts are active products in current production.

Q: Do both parts support the same operating temperature range?

A: RF292EP operates from -55°C to 125°C. Operating temperature specifications for NE03MS001 are not provided in the available technical data.

Q: What is the mating cycle rating for each connector?

A: RF292EP is rated for 500 mating cycles. Mating cycle specifications for NE03MS001 are not documented in the provided parameters.

Q: Can these connectors be used interchangeably in high-frequency applications?

A: Yes, within the specified frequency range. Both parts support operation up to 40 GHz and maintain 50-ohm impedance, which are the critical parameters for RF performance in end launch configurations.

Q: What packaging format is available for both parts?

A: Both RF292EP and NE03MS001 are supplied in bulk packaging.