The uFL Surface-Mount Connector enables compact RF connections for external antennas where space is limited, offering a small-footprint alternative to bulky SMA connectors for GPS and WiFi designs.
uFL connectors are very small surface-mount parts used when an external RF antenna is desired but a big bulky SMA connector takes up too much space.
We use this part on our GPS and WiFi boards, they're great! Chances are your antenna doesn't use uFL as the main connector, in which case you should check out our uFL to SMA and uFL to RP-SMA adapter cables. These are also panel-mountable for a nice look. These are surface-mount but they're not too tough to solder, just watch out that the part is symmetric but only one of the end pads connects to the antenna pin!
Features
Very small surface-mount RF connector
Ideal for space-constrained applications
Compatible with GPS and WiFi boards
Allows use of external RF antennas
Alternative to bulky SMA connectors
Solderable with standard techniques
Asymmetric pad design - only one end pad connects to antenna pin
