Types of connectors
- Bayonet Neill-Concelman (BNC): This connector is used with television, video signals, and radios that operate at frequencies less than 4 GHz.
- Threaded Neill-Concelman (TNC): This connector is a twisted variation of the BNC connector that is found in telephones. TNC connectors can function at up to 12 GHz.
- SubMiniature version A (SMA): This connector is compatible with mobile phones, Wi-Fi antenna systems, microwave systems, and radios. SMA connectors can function at up to 18 GHz.
- SubMiniature version B (SMB): This connector is compatible with telecommunications hardware.
- QMA. QMA connectors are a type of SMA connector that opens quickly and is commonly used in industrial and communications electronics.
- Radio Corporation of America (RCA): These connections are used for audio and video. These are the yellow, white, and red cables commonly used with vintage televisions. RCA connectors are also known as A/V jacks
- F connectors: Also known as F-type connectors, these are seen in digital and cable televisions. These commonly use RG-6 or RG-59 cables.
What is Coaxial Cable ?
Coaxial cable is typically used by cable operators, telephone companies, and internet providers to transmit data, video, and voice communications to customers. Its installation and implementation are easy but it is less efficient than optical fiber also it provides moderately high bandwidth in comparison to optical fiber.