The Maury Microwave 8022A1 is a precision between-series adapter that interconnects 3.5mm and 7mm coaxial systems. Designed for test and measurement environments, it provides phase-matched performance essential for Vector Network Analyzer applications while maintaining low insertion loss and excellent return loss characteristics. The adapter supports frequent connect/disconnect cycles without performance degradation, delivering high repeatability and minimal signal distortion across demanding RF measurements.
Technical Specifications
• Connector Interfaces: 3.5mm Female to 7mm High Precision Test Port
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Frequency Range: DC to 34.0 GHz (3.5mm interface); DC to 18 GHz (7mm interface)
• VSWR: 1.8:1 maximum
• Phase Matched: Yes, optimized for VNA applications
• Insertion Loss: Low
• Return Loss: Excellent
– Key Features
• Phase-matched construction for VNA measurement accuracy
• High repeatability ensures consistent results across repeated measurements
• Minimal signal distortion preservation through optimized internal design
• Rated for frequent mating/unmating cycles without mechanical wear
• 50 Ohm impedance matching throughout frequency range
– Typical Applications
• Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) calibration and measurements
• Interconnection between 3.5mm precision instruments and 7mm test systems
• High-frequency RF and microwave characterization
• Applications requiring phase-stable adapter performance
– Compatibility & Integration
The 3.5mm interface complies with IEEE 287 instrument grade general precision connector (GPC3.5) specifications and mates with SMA or 2.92mm (K) connectors. The 7mm interface conforms to IEEE 287 GPC7 standards for high-precision test port applications. This adapter enables connection of 3.5mm devices to 7mm connector systems as well as Type N, TNC, AFTNC, TNCA, and BNC connectors depending on the specific between-series configuration.
