‘UHF’ Connector Test Results

Real measured data reveal the UHF (PL259 and SO239) connectors have real limitations.

Real measured data reveal the UHF (PL259 and SO239) connectors have real limitations.

Lab tests show post WW2 connector designs perform exceptionally well up to 500 MHz. The SMA, BNC, TNC and N connectors are great.

The PL-259 (and SO-239) are pitted against more recent connectors. This is the list of contenders plus a description of the test setup.
The PL259/SO239 (aka UHF) connectors have harsh critics and religious defenders. Questionable measurement techniques complicate matters. Let’s clear things up.