Power applications rely on the ability to connect power, utilizing cables and/or other power distribution equipment, to wire-to-board applications. However, in situations where it can be difficult to visually align and make these connections, a blind mate connector allows two mating connectors to properly mate with the help of guide pins, keying, and self-aligning mechanisms.

Amphenol RF, a leading manufacturer of coaxial connectors for use in radio frequency (RF), microwave, and data transmission system applications, recently introduced a line of SubMiniature version A (SMA) connectors.