RF Connectors to PCB Transition Design

Lessons

SMA connectors for RF boards come in multiple configurations. Which is the optimal one to use depends on the transmission line type employed for the critical RF paths. Learn how to design and optimize the transitions between the various types of SMA connectors with the RF board for best performance. 

a. SMA - Microstrip transition

b. SMA - CPW transition

c. SMA - Stripline transition