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General: This handbook provides basic and fundamental technical information of RF Transmission Lines and Fittings and manufacturing practices. It will provide valuable technical information and guidance to personnel concerned with the preparation of specifications and procurement of Radio Frequency products. This handbook is not intended to be referenced in purchase specifications, except for informational purposes, nor shall it supersede any specification requirements.

This handbook is intended for use as a technical information guide to R.F. Transmission Lines and Fittings used by the Armed Services.

Each section opens with a brief description of major relevant facts pertaining to the group of cpmponents covered.

At the end of this handbook are provided various forms of data on Service drawings. Section 17 contains a cross-index of drawing versus component nomenclature. This listing includes issue letters of drawings. Section 18 contains a cross-index of nomenclature versus applicable drawings or specification and page number, to provide a simple method of locating specific items.