U.FL (IPEX) to RP-TNC Female Bulkhead Pigtail - 15cm (Panel Mount Jack for Cisco Antennas)

Specifications

• Connector A: U.FL (IPEX 1 / MHF1) Female

• Connector B: RP-TNC Female Bulkhead (Reverse Polarity)

• Pin Configuration: Male Pin (Center)

• Thread Type: 7/16-28 UNEF (External Threads)

• Mounting Hole Size: Approx 12mm

• Cable Type: 1.13mm Micro Coaxial

• Impedance: 50 Ohms

• Length: 15 cm

• Frequency Range: DC to 6 GHz

Key Applications & Projects

• Router Modding: Adding external antennas to devices that only have internal U.FL ports.

• Custom AP Builds: Building a Raspberry Pi-based Access Point using a high-gain Cisco dipole antenna.

• Industrial Enclosures: Creating a rugged, screw-on antenna port for an IoT gateway.

Virtual Technician & Wiring

• ⚠️ Gender Check:

  • RP-TNC Female (This Cable): Has a Pin. Threads are Outside. Mates with Antennas.

  • Standard TNC Female: Has a Hole. Threads are Outside. (Not for Cisco).

  • Usage Rule: If your antenna has a hole in the center, you need this cable.

Accessories & Parts

What's Included:

• 1 x U.FL (IPEX) to RP-TNC Female Bulkhead Pigtail (15cm)

• 1 x Hex Nut

• 1 x Lock Washer

Compatible Upgrades:

• Antenna: Dual-Band RP-TNC Dipole Antenna (Cisco Style).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Will this fit a Cisco Antenna? YES. Cisco Antennas are RP-TNC Male (Hole + Int Threads). This Bulkhead is RP-TNC Female (Pin + Ext Threads). They match perfectly.

2. Does the connector have a pin or a hole? This is RP-TNC Female, so it has a PIN in the center. (Reverse Polarity swaps the contact gender).

3. What size hole do I need to drill? Approx 12mm.

4. Is the cable 1.13mm? Yes.

5. Will this fit a standard SMA antenna? NO. SMA is much smaller (6mm vs 11mm). It won't fit.

6. Is it waterproof? The bulkhead seal is decent, but add an O-ring for outdoor use.

7. Can I use this for Linksys WRT54G mods? Yes, perfect for replacing damaged ports or adding new ones.

8. Is the contact gold plated? Yes.

9. What is the impedance? 50 Ohms.

10. Does it fit M.2 cards? No, M.2 uses IPEX 4. This is IPEX 1.

11. Can I use this for 5GHz? Yes, supports dual-band WiFi.

12. Is the nut included? Yes.

13. Why use RP-TNC? It's physically stronger than SMA and prevents users from attaching non-certified high-gain antennas (originally).

14. Is the cable shielded? Yes.

15. Can I extend it? Yes, with an RP-TNC Male to Female extension.

16. Is it compatible with Standard TNC? No, the Pin/Hole will clash.

17. What is the thread size? 7/16-28 UNEF.

18. Is the body brass? Yes, Nickel-plated brass.

19. Will this fit ESP32? Yes, ESP32 modules have IPEX 1 ports.

20. Can I use this for LoRa? Yes, if you have an RP-TNC LoRa antenna.