SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 is a 50 Ohm SMP plug connector manufactured by Samtec Inc., designed for board edge mounting with surface mount solder termination. This connector operates at frequencies up to 40 GHz and is classified as Active product status. Alternative equivalent parts may be required due to inventory constraints, supply chain considerations, or specific application requirements for mating cycle performance or material specifications.

Substiute Parts

SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 1247SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1211-60209

Amphenol SV MicrowaveIn Stock: 9901211-60209 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Style: SMP
• Connector Type: Plug, Male Pin
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Mounting Type: Board Edge, Cutout; Surface Mount
• Contact Termination: Solder
• Shield Termination: Solder
• Frequency - Max: 40 GHz
• Number of Ports: 1
• Fastening Type: Snap-On
• Operating Temperature: -65°C ~ 165°C
• Dielectric Material: PTFE

The substitute part 1211-60209 (Amphenol SV Microwave) meets all critical substitution parameters. Differences in center contact material (Beryllium Copper vs. Brass), body material (Stainless Steel vs. Brass), and mating cycle rating (1000 vs. unspecified) do not preclude substitution when these variations are acceptable for the application.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 and 1211-60209 are Active product status connectors suitable for equivalent application use. The primary distinction is regulatory compliance: the SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 is ROHS3 Compliant, while the 1211-60209 is RoHS non-compliant. Selection between these parts must account for end-product regulatory requirements. Both parts carry REACH Unaffected status and EAR99 export classification. The 1211-60209 specifies 1000 mating cycles, whereas the SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 does not provide this specification. Applications requiring documented mating cycle performance should reference the Amphenol part's rating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 1211-60209 be used as a direct replacement for SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3?

A: Yes, provided that RoHS non-compliance is acceptable for your application. Both connectors share identical electrical and mechanical specifications for connector style, impedance, mounting type, frequency rating, and operating temperature range.

Q: What are the material differences between these parts?

A: The SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 uses Brass for center contact and body material, while the 1211-60209 uses Beryllium Copper for center contact and Stainless Steel for body material. Both maintain identical gold plating and PTFE dielectric specifications.

Q: Are there compliance differences I should consider?

A: Yes. The SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 is ROHS3 Compliant, while the 1211-60209 is RoHS non-compliant. If your application or end market requires RoHS compliance, the Samtec part is the appropriate selection.

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

A: The 1211-60209 specifies 1000 mating cycles. The SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 does not provide a mating cycle specification in the available data.

Q: Do both connectors support the same frequency range?

A: Yes. Both connectors are rated to 40 GHz maximum frequency and maintain 50 Ohm impedance across their operating range.

Q: Are packaging and inventory considerations relevant to substitution?

A: Both parts are supplied in Tray packaging. Current inventory shows 1171 pieces for SMP-PS-P-HH-ST-EM3 and 975 pieces for 1211-60209. Substitution may be driven by availability requirements.