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EIA / MEIA Series

High Efficiency with Smaller & Lighter Form Factors

The MEIA™ interface provides equivalent kW power handling compared to similar EIA connector line sizes but provides a 30% smaller and 40% lighter form factor with a high efficiency, threaded coupling mechanism.

Reliable Performance In Harsh Environments

Winchester’s long heritage in high power design has made us a premier supplier in high power markets including critical safety applications in the industrial equipment segment.

Standard and Custom Configurations

MEIA™ series, high power panel mount receptacles can be customized to the optimal launch geometry for your equipment to ensure performance and safety. 

EIA:MEIA Series cable connector by Winchester Interconnect
MEIA series by Winchester Interconnect

Key Features

  • Threaded coupling version of EIA interface
  • MEIA kW power handling capability equivalent to EIA, greater than 7-16 and LC interfaces
  • MEIA 30% smaller, 40% lighter than similar EIA connector
  • Easy to install vs mechanical flange and bolt attachment

Technical Specifications

  • Impedance: 50 Ohm 
  • Frequency: DC – 6 GHz (MEIA-875/EIA-7/8), DC – 3 GHz (MEIA-1625/EIA-1-5/8) 
  • Temperature Range: -65°C to +165°C
  • Body Materials: Brass, nickel plated
  • Contact Materials: Female – Brass, silver plated / Male – Beryllium copper, silver plated
  • Insulator: Teflon
  • Mil Std: Vibration MIL-STD-202 method 204 / Shock MIL-STD-202 method 213 / Moisture Resistance MIL-STD-202 method 106 / Corrosion MIL-STD-202 method 101
  • Durability: > 500

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