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Samtec names Richardson RFPD as authorised distributor

Samtec has signed Richardson RFPD as an authorised distributor of the full line of Samtec’s RF cable and connector products

Samtec has signed Richardson RFPD as an authorised distributor of the full line of Samtec’s RF cable and connector products, including the new family of distinctive orange Nitrowave high-performance microwave cable assemblies that are phase and amplitude stable with flexure.

Richardson RFPD, an Arrow company, is a distributor known for its expertise in RF and microwave products, providing system designers with a range of specialised components and expert design support. Richardson RFPD has over 400 employees and more than 35 locations across the globe, and regional distribution hubs in Asia, Europe, and North America.

“At Samtec, Sudden Service drives everything we do, from developing high-performance interconnect solutions to selecting distribution partners” said Rick Skees, VP of Distribution, Samtec. “Samtec’s RF solutions have grown dramatically in the last few years, with industry-leading products that support a wide range of applications. We are very pleased that Richardson RFPD will be representing Samtec products in this highly specialised global market.”


Samtec offers complete RF interconnect solutions supporting traditional sub-6GHz frequencies to 110GHz microwave/mmWave frequencies (sub-Terahertz spectrum). Products include end-to-end RF cable assemblies, board connectors, cable connectors, adaptors, and Samtec unique Original RF Solutions, such as the Bulls Eye high-performance test assembly and Magnum RF ganged, multi-port, high-frequency connectors. Samtec’s products can be found in electronic products used in many applications, including datacom, AI/ML, military/aerospace, industrial, medical, test, computer/semiconductor, automotive, and consumer.

The full line of Samtec RF products are available from Richardson RFPD now.

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