According to FCC Regulations Part 15.203, under certain applications it is illegal to replace a stock antenna with one that provides higher gain. The FCC has issued an edict calling for a unique connector, thereby prohibiting the attachment of any other connector type. Some examples of compliance to this regulation are:
  • Reverse Threads
  • Reverse Polarity/Reverse Gender
  • Non-Standard Threads
  • Non-Standard Shells

We offer not only these unique connectors but also a variety of cable assemblies incorporating these connectors. The cable assemblies are available in standard as well as special order lengths.

Reverse Polarity/Reverse Gender connectors satisfy FCC Regulation 15 by switching dielectrics and pins/contacts between genders. For example, a Reverse Gender Male consists of a male body, however, the dielectric and contact are female. Reverse Polarity connectors and adapters will not mate with standard coaxial connectors. To attempt to do so will damage the connector.

Reverse Thread configurations use left-hand threads rather than the Standard Unified Screw Thread.

The Non-Standard Threads/Shells category incorporates two methods of modifications: extended metric threads and modified shells. The metric threads on the TNCs are incorporated on both females and males preventing interface with regular connectors. Because female metric threads are elongated, interface with a quick-disconnect male connector is prevented.

If you have any additional requirements falling under Regulation 115 which meet our minimum quantity requirements, our design engineering and production team can provide custom connectors made to your specifications.