Agilent Technologies 85032B/E 50 manual Cleaning Connectors, Inspect Female Connectors

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Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices

Cleaning Connectors

Inspect Female Connectors

Pay special attention to the contact fingers in the female center conductor. These can be bent or broken, and damage to them is not always easy to see. A connector with damaged contact fingers will negatively affect electrical performance and must be replaced.

NOTE	Inspection is particularly important when mating nonprecision to precision
	devices.

Cleaning Connectors

Clean connectors are essential for ensuring the integrity of RF and microwave coaxial connections.

1.Use Compressed Air or Nitrogen

WARNING Always use protective eyewear when using compressed air or nitrogen.

Use compressed air (or nitrogen) to loosen particles on the connector mating plane surfaces.

You can use any source of clean, dry, low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen that has an effective oil-vapor filter and liquid condensation trap placed just before the outlet hose.

Ground the hose nozzle to prevent electrostatic discharge, and set the air pressure to less than 414 kPa (60 psi) to control the velocity of the air stream. High-velocity streams of compressed air can cause electrostatic effects when directed into a connector. These electrostatic effects can damage the device. Refer to “Electrostatic Discharge” earlier in this chapter for additional information.

2.Clean the Connector Threads

WARNING Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a tightly closed container. It is extremely flammable. In case of fire, use alcohol foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be ineffective.

Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. It causes skin irritation, may cause eye damage, and is harmful if swallowed or inhaled. It may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Wash thoroughly after handling.

In case of spill, soak up with sand or earth. Flush spill area with water.

Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

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Contents User’s and Service Guide Agilent Part Number Print Date JulyDocumentation Warranty Contents Troubleshooting General Information Kit Contents Calibration Kit OverviewInstallation of the Calibration Definitions Calibration DefinitionsAdapters OptionsIncoming Inspection Serial Number Record for 85032E Recording the Device Serial NumbersSerial Number Record for 85032B Clarifying the Sex of a Connector Preventive MaintenanceSpecifications Temperature-What to Watch Out For Environmental RequirementsEnvironmental Requirements Parameter LimitsMechanical Characteristics Pin DepthPin Depth Limit Electrical Specifications Supplemental Electrical CharacteristicsElectrical Specifications for 50Ω Type-N Devices Supplemental Electrical CharacteristicsElectrical Specifications 85032B/E Use, Maintenance, and Care of the Devices ESD Protection Setup Electrostatic DischargeWhat Causes Connector Wear? Visual InspectionLook for Obvious Defects and Damage First Inspect the Mating Plane SurfacesUse Compressed Air or Nitrogen Cleaning ConnectorsInspect Female Connectors Clean the Mating Plane Surfaces ReinspectGaging Connectors Connector Gage AccuracyWhen to Gage Connectors Reading the Connector GageGaging Procedures Gaging Male Type-N ConnectorsGaging Male Type-N Connectors Gaging Female Type-N Connectors Gaging Female Type-N Connectors How to Make a Connection Final Connection Using a Torque WrenchConnections Preliminary ConnectionWrench Positions Connecting the Two-Piece Female Open How to Separate a Connection Handling and StorageHandling and Storage 85032B/E Performance Verification Introduction How Agilent Verifies the Devices in This KitWhere to Send a Kit for Recertification RecertificationLimited Recertification Option How Often to RecertifyRecertification 85032B/E Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Process Troubleshooting FlowchartReturning a Kit or Device to Agilent Contacting AgilentReturning a Kit or Device to Agilent 85032B/E Replaceable Parts Protective End Caps for Connectors Replaceable Parts for the 85032B Calibration KitAdapters included with Option 100b Calibration Kit Storage CaseReplaceable Parts for the 85032B Calibration Kit Replaceable Parts for the 85032E Calibration Kit Connector Cleaning Supplies Replaceable Parts-Items Not Included in the Calibration KitWrenches ESD Protective DevicesIntroduction 85032B/E Standard Definitions Class Standard Class Label Standard Class AssignmentsTable A-1 Standard Class Assignments Blank Form Table A-2 Standard Class Assignments Blank FormCalibration Kit Label Class Standard ClassSetting the System Impedance Nominal Standard DefinitionsTable A-3 Standard Definitions System Z a = 50 Ω Calibration Kit LabelType Min MaxStandardb Offset Freq Number Type 10C0× 10C1× PsDelay Table A-4 Standard Definitions Blank FormSystem Z 0 a = 10C2× 10C3×Index Index-2 85032B/E Index-3