Cable Category → Connector Fit Guide
How the categories help
- Fast matching: Find your cable’s Category, then choose connectors advertised for any cable in that same Category.
- Cross-reference: Categories group common mechanical families across RG/LMR/Belden lines.
- Reduced guesswork: Useful when a connector lists RG58, but you’re using LMR195 (both Cat C).
Important caveats
- Centre conductor: Solid vs stranded can change pin fit (slit/unslit pins, drill sizes).
- Shield build: Single vs double braid or bonded foil can nudge ferrule OD — see B2/B3 sub-categories.
- Brand tolerances: Some series use tighter ferrule tolerances — check the connector’s specified crimp sizes.
- Semi-rigid: L/L2/L3/L4 use different build methods (formed/soldered). Treat each L-group as its own fit family.
Cable list & categories
Cables of the same Category will generally (but not always) take the same connectors. Always check centre conductor and shield construction.
Cable Type | Impedance (Ω) | Category |
---|---|---|
RG-178 | 50 | A |
RG-196 | 50 | A |
LMR-100 | 50 | B |
RG-174 | 50 | B |
RG-188 | 50 | B |
Belden 9221 | 75 | B1 |
RG-179 | 70 | B1 |
RG-187 | 75 | B1 |
RG-188 Double Braided | 50 | B2 |
RG-316 Double Braided | 50 | B2 |
RG-179 Double Braided | 75 | B3 |
Belden 7806A | 50 | C |
Belden 9907 | 50 | C |
LMR-195 | 50 | C |
RG-122 | 50 | C |
RG-303 | 50 | C |
RG-58 | 53.5 | C |
RG-142 | 50 | C/C1 |
RG-141 | 50 | C1 |
RG-223 | 50 | C1 |
RG-304 | 50 | C1 |
RG-400 | 50 | C1 |
RG-55 | 53.5 | C1 |
Belden 7807A | 50 | C2 |
LMR-200 | 50 | C2 |
Belden 88240 | 53 | D |
Belden 89907 | 50 | D |
Belden 8241 | 75 | E |
Belden 8263 | 75 | E |
Belden 8279 | 75 | E |
Belden 9209 | 75 | E |
RG-140 | 75 | E |
RG-210 | 93 | E |
RG-59 | 73 | E |
RG-62 | 93 | E |
Belden 1426A | 75 | E1 |
Belden 1505A | 75 | E1 |
Belden 8281 | 75 | E1 |
Belden 9100 | 75 | E1 |
Belden 1506 | 75 | F1 |
Belden 82108 | 75 | F1 |
Belden 9104 | 75 | F1 |
Belden 1152A | 75 | G1 |
Belden 89248 | 75 | G1 |
Belden 9290 | 75 | G1 |
Belden 9258 | 50 | G2 |
LMR-240 | 50 | G2 |
Belden 9913 | 50 | G3 |
Belden 9914 | 50 | G3 |
LMR-400 | 50 | G3 |
RG-213 | 50 | G4 |
RG-214 | 50 | G4 |
RG-225 | 50 | G4 |
RG-302 | 75 | G4 |
RG-393 | 50 | G4 |
RG-8 | 52 | G4 |
RG-87 | 50 | G4 |
RG-9 | 51 | G4 |
AT&T 734A | 75 | I |
AT&T 735A | 75 | I2 |
Belden 735A1 | 75 | I2 |
LMR-600 | 50 | K |
Belden 1855A | 75 | K3 |
Belden 1865A | 75 | K3 |
RG-180 | 93 | K3 |
RG-195 | 95 | K3 |
RG-402 (0.141 Semi-Rigid + semi-flex) | 50 | L |
RG-405 (0.086 Semi-Rigid + semi-flex) | 50 | L2 |
RG-401 (0.250 Semi-Rigid) | 50 | L3 |
0.047 Semi-Rigid | 50 | L4 |
Belden 1674 | 50 | L4 |
Buying checklist
- Category match: Choose connectors that list any cable in your Category.
- Pin size: Check pin ID vs cable centre conductor (solid/stranded gauge).
- Ferrule size: Match ferrule ID to your cable’s braid/foil OD (watch double-braid variants).
- Assembly method: Crimp vs solder vs clamp per connector series and your tools.
- Semi-rigid: Use L/L2/L3/L4-specific parts and methods.
Popular connector options (all connectors)
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SSMA Plug (Conventional Male), Solder, RG405, SSMA3300-0085
Part Number: SSMA3300-0085
SSMA Plug (Conventional Male), Solder, RG405, SSMA3300-0085
Fits 0.085″ semi rigid and semi flex cables.
Caution! Not the same as standard SMA
Can be fitted to cable on request
SSMA Connector Plug (Conventional Male), Crimp, RG178, Right Angle, SSMA3100-9178
Part Number: SSMA3100-9178
SSMA Plug (Conventional Male), Crimp, RG178, Right Angle, SSMA3100-9178
Caution. Not the same as standard SMA
Can be fitted to cables on request
SSMA Plug (Conventional Male), Crimp, RG178, SSMA3100-0178
Part Number: SSMA3100-0178
SSMA Plug (Conventional Male), Crimp, RG178, SSMA3100-0178
Caution! Not the same as standard SMA.
SMP (SLB) Plug (Conventional Male), Crimp, Bulkhead, SMP3105-0316
REDUCED PRICE-END OF LINE.
Part Number: SMS3105-0316
SMP (SLB) Plug (Conventional Male), Crimp, Bulkhead, SMS3105-0316
SMP Jack (Conventional Female), Solder, RG405, Right Angle, SMP8300-9085
Part Number: SMP8300-9085
SMP Jack (Conventional Female), Solder, RG405, Right Angle, SMP8300-9085
SMP Plug (Conventional Male), PCB Mount, Round Contact, SMP34TM-0000
Part Number: SMP34TM-0000 ,
SMP Plug (Conventional Male), PCB Mount, Round Contact, SMP34TM-0000
(Limited Detent Plug)
SMB Jack (Conventional Female), PCB Mount, Round Contact, Right Angle, SMB8400-9000
Part Number: SMB8400-9000
SMB Jack (Conventional Female), PCB Mount, Round Contact, Right Angle, SMB8400-9000
SMB Jack (Conventional Female), PCB Mount, Round Contact, SMB8400-0000
Part Number: SMB8400-0000
SMB Jack (Conventional Female), PCB Mount, Round Contact, SMB8400-0000
SMB Plug, (Conventional Male), PCB Mount, Round Contact, SMB3400-0000
Part Number: SMB3400-0000
SMB Plug, (Conventional Male), PCB Mount, Round Contact, SMB3400-0000
Category C (RG58 / LMR-195) — all connector types
Category C — by connector family
SMA for RG58 / LMR195
N-Type for RG58 / LMR195
TNC for RG58 / LMR195
Category G2 (LMR-240 / 240-series) — connectors
Category G3 (LMR-400 / 400-series) — connectors
Category C2 (LMR-200 / 200-series) — connectors
Category K (LMR-600 / 600-series) — connectors
FAQs
Do RG58 and LMR-195 use the same connectors?
Usually yes (Category C). Always confirm pin ID and ferrule size against your cable datasheet, especially if your cable is stranded or double braided.
What if my cable is double braided?
Match the sub-category (e.g., B2/B3) because the required ferrule ID can differ from single-braid variants.
Can I mix semi-rigid cables within a Category?
Treat L/L2/L3/L4 as separate fit families. Semi-rigid assemblies often require formed/soldered parts and specific tooling.
Which connectors should I stock for Category C?
SMA, N-Type and TNC families are the most common. Use our Cat C sections above to filter for RG58/LMR195 parts.