This standard concerns r.f. coaxial connectors for use with r.f. cables both flexible and semi-rigid, where air dielectric interface and high mechanical stability is required for severe environmental exposure. The connectors provide low reflection in the microwave region up to 12 GHz and all patterns may provide sealing up to a pressure differential of 3 bar.
For this type of connector, cables 96-2 IEC 75-7-1/2 and 8 of IEC 96-2 Radio-frequency Cables Part 2 : Relevant Cable Specifications, are recommended.
This type is known commercially as the 3.5/12 connector.
Also prescribes IEC type designation, ratings, preferred climatic categories, dimensions, gauges and standard test connectors, survey of patterns, outline dimensions, schedule for type tests