Re: [Discuss-gnuradio] SMA -> N-type connectors for USRP

[John Ackermann N8UR]

George Nychis wrote:
> Slightly OT, but since the USRP uses SMA connectors and most oscopes use 
> N-type connectors, I'm looking for some SMA->N-type connectors.
>
> I've found:
> http://www.pasternack.com/product-SMA-MALE-TO-N-MALE-PE9080-72143.html
>
> I don't know if $33 is expensive or not for this type of thing.  Where 
> do you purchase your connectors and cables?

I usually get my "tweenies" at hamfests, where an N to SMA adapter might 
go for $5 to $20, depending on the quality (cheap import vs. gold-plated 
Amphenol or other name brand).

Pasternak is about as expensive as RF components get, but their quality 
is very good.  You might also try Digi-key; they carry at least some 
adapters.

But are you sure you want an N connector?  Most scopes use BNC 
connectors, except possibly for microwave sampling heads that could use Ns.

John