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Terminal Blocks - Headers, Plugs and Sockets

Terminal blocks, also known as terminal boards or strips, are electrical connectors designed to connect two or more electrical wires. These tools are an easy and safe way to splice and connect wires without soldering and can help keep an installation tidy. Headers, plugs and sockets are just a few of the products in this family and this article will discuss their applications and working principles in greater detail.

What Are Terminal Blocks?

Terminal blocks are circuit boards with terminals affixed to them. These terminals are connected to either a single pin, or a header that is then connected to other pins or terminals. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be used in many different applications. Commonly found working in electronics lab instruments, they are also found in consumer electronics, industrial electronics, and automotive wiring.

Headers, Plugs and Sockets

Headers, plugs and sockets are three of the most commonly used products in the terminal block family. Headers are designed to fit into a circuit board and provide a connection for first wiring the circuit. Plugs and sockets fit into the headers and provide an easy plug-in connection for adding and removing wires to the circuit. Let\'s take a look at their applications and working principles in more detail.

1. Headers

The headers are a key component in circuit board wiring with the terminals providing a secure connection. They provide multiple wires connection points. Generally, headers are available in a wide variety of pitches and sizes which depend on the current that needs to be carried. Commonly, headers come in either 2-pin, 3-pin, 5-pin or 6-pin configurations and can be made from either plastic or metal.

2. Plugs and Sockets

Plugs and sockets are tools used to join wires that have been installed on the circuit board. They connect the wires to the header terminals by having the electrical current pass through them and providing enough contact to stop any arcing. The plugs and sockets are typically made of a high-temperature plastic or metal with copper pins to ensure a secure connection. Plugs come in a variety of sizes depending on the current that needs to be carried and the space and weight constraints of the device.

Application Field and Working Principle

Terminal blocks are used in many applications and are mainly used in the electronic industry. Examples include computers, mobile devices, medical devices, and industrial electronics. The working principle of a terminal block is to provide a secure connection between two wires or pins. By connecting the two wires to the terminal, an electrical current is allowed to flow between them and this current is what is used to power the device.

Terminal blocks, headers, plugs and sockets provide a simple and secure connection for a variety of electrical circuits. These tools are designed to help make electrical connections easy and safe and can even help keep an installation tidy. By understanding the application field and working principle of these products, people can feel more confident when installing and replacing electrical components.

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