This post summarizes the assembly procedure for the Amphenol RF 930-108P-51S QMA Straight Plug used with RG-402 (.141" semi-rigid coaxial cable), based on the manufacturer’s assembly drawing.
Assembly Procedure
- Prepare the RG-402 cable according to the dimensions shown on the assembly drawing.
- Deburr and clean all cut surfaces.
- Slide the heat-shrink sleeve onto the cable before installing the connector.
- Insert the prepared cable into the connector body until fully seated.
- Solder the center conductor through the solder access hole as shown in the drawing.
- Allow the solder joint to cool and inspect for proper solder flow.
- Position the heat-shrink sleeve over the rear of the connector and cable transition.
- Apply heat evenly until the sleeve fully recovers.
Final Inspection
- Connector fully seated on the cable.
- Center conductor properly soldered.
- No excess solder or debris inside the connector.
- Heat-shrink sleeve correctly positioned and fully recovered.
- Connector interface clean and undamaged.
Following the recommended cable preparation dimensions and assembly sequence is essential to achieve the specified mechanical and RF performance of the 930-108P-51S assembly.