RF test socket specification

[tedtony]

Hi,

I am trying to select a RF test socket to go with a NI PXI system.  The RF test sockets don't seem to have a max RF test power specification.

Max. frequency is usually specified.  Since the socket pins are made of metallic alloy, I thought that this would be a key specification.  There is a max. DC current carrying capacity specification.   Am I missing something here?  I would welcome some input from the community.  I am trying to get my feet wet in RF and become strengthened in the field, so any input from the RF pros would be appreciated.

-Ted Tony

[tedtony]

Hello,

Good morning!  I would welcome some insight from the experts on this matter.  Thanks in advance for your assistance.

[santo_13]

Yeah, you're missing the fact that you can calculate RF power from the max. current capacity.

For example, if your specification state that max. current is 1mA, the max RF power = 1mA ^2 * 50 = 50e-6 W

50 uW => -23dBm (https://www.everythingrf.com/rf-calculators/watt-to-dbm)