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VAP Series



Video/Audio Patchbay Series

The VAP Series combines audio and video in one convenient patchbay.  Standard versions consist of 13 video jacks and 26 long-frame audio jacks into one unit.  Options include HD Series video jacks which are rated from DC to 2.4GHz or SD Series rated from DC to 1.5GHz.  Both come in either terminated or non-terminated jacks.  The MT Style audio jacks all have nickel-plated steel frames and gold-plated switching contacts.  Flared terminals make soldering easier.  All audio jacks are T, R, S, TN and RN.  Individual modules are useful for custom configurations.

Features and Benefits

  • Combines 13 video jacks and 26 long-frame audio jacks into one patchbay
  • Available with either HD Series or SD Series video jacks
  • All audio jacks are nickel-plated with steel frames and gold-plated switching contacts
  • Audio modules consist of 4 YMT334BN jacks, video modules consist of 2 dual video jacks

Video/Audio Patchbays - Ordering Information

Part Number Type of Jack Height Description
VAPK1HD*75T HD 1.75" Terminated
VAPK1HD*NT HD 1.75" Non-terminated
VAPK1SD*75T SD 1.75" Terminated
VAPK1SD*NT SD 1.75" Non-terminated
VAPK3HD*75T HD 3.5" Terminated
VAPK3HD*NT HD 3.5" Non-terminated
VAPK3SD*75T SD 3.5" Terminated
VAPK3SD*NT SD 3.5" Non-terminated
Modules      
VMAFN MT Style - 4 YMT334BN jacks
VMVHD*75T HD - 2 HD Terminated jacks
VMVHD*NT HD - 2 HD Non-terminated jacks
VMVSD*75T SD - 2 SD Terminated jacks
VMVSD*NT SD - 2 SD Non-terminated jacks

* Add "N" for non-normalled version
See below for Individual Jacks Ordering information


Video Jack Specifications

Electrical

Rated Bandwidth:  2.4 GHz (HD), 1.75 GHz (SD)
Characteristic Impedance:  75 ohms
Return Loss:  Better than -15 dB
Insertion Loss:  Better than -.5 dB
Contact Resistance:  Less than 20 milliohms
Termination Resistance:  75 W, ±1%
Center Conductor:  Accepts .090 pin diameter

Mechanical

Mechanical Shock: Per MIL-STD-202,  Method 213,
Test Condition I
Vibration:  Per MIL-STD-202, Method 201
Insertion Force:  12 lbs. maximum
Withdrawal Force:  3 lbs. minimum
Life Cycle:  30,000

Material

Housing:  Zinc alloy, nickel plated
Center Contacts:  Copper alloy, gold plated
Switching Springs:  Copper alloy, gold plated
Grounding Contacts:  
HD Series - Copper alloy, gold plated
SD Series - Copper alloy, nickel plated
Insulators:  Thermoplastic, UL94V-0 rated

Environmental

Operating Temperature:   -40°C to 65°C
Storage Temperature:   -55°C to 85°C
Thermal Shock:  Per MIL-STD-202, Method 107
Moisture and Humidity:  Per MIL-STD-202, Method 106

Individual Video Jacks - Ordering Information 

Part Number Type Description
VJHD*75T HD Terminated
VJHD*NT HD Non-terminated
VJSD*75T SD Terminated
VJSD*NT SD Non-terminated
* Add "N" for non-normalled version


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