Connectors and Connector CareMEAS 102: Connectors and Connector Care Technical data is subject to change Copyright@2003 Agilent Technologies Printed on Dec. 4, 2002 5988-8492ENA 1 Objectives Fundamentals of Connectors Commonly Used Connectors Typical Connector Cross-Section Principles of Connector Care Visual Inspection Mechanical Inspection Connector Specifications By now, you've noticed that there are a variety of connectors and that we don't use the same type of connector on all of the instruments. This section will introduce you to the most commonly used coaxial connectors for Agilent products and the basic considerations that apply to their selection and proper use. 2 Connector Considerations A significant factor in repeatability and accuracy Selecting the best of several types for application C……