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Rectangular Connectors - Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets

15210142601333 application field and working principle

Rectangular Connectors offer high density, high reliability and low power consumption for a wide range of applications. These connectors are used extensively in computers, communications, and consumer electronics applications where packaging space is at a premium. They have become essential components in today\'s world of technology-driven products.

Headers are designed for use with board-mounted components and are typically soldered directly onto the PCBs. They provide electrical connections and mechanical support for boards, modules, and other components. Receptacles provide a female connection on the board while female sockets provide a female receptacle for another board. There are numerous variations of these components, each with specific performance characteristics.

In terms of working principle, rectangular connectors consist of two major components. The first component is the pin-type contact, which is used to make the electrical connection between the two components. This can be a male contact or a female contact depending on the application. The male contact is inserted into the female contact to make the electrical connection. The second component is an insulator, which attaches the contacts and prevents electrical contact between adjacent pins, thus ensuring signal integrity.

The contacts of the connector are connected to the PCBs and the connectors can be made up of a variety of metals including gold, palladium, and silver. Gold is commonly used in high-performance applications, while palladium and silver are better suited for low cost, consumer applications. The contact’s size dictates the power capacity of the connector. Smaller sizes have lower power capacity while larger sizes are required for higher power applications.

Rectangular connectors are also available in a range of configurations, including male-female, male-male, female-female, and shielded. Male-female connectors offer the greatest versatility as they can be used for either male or female connection. Male-male connectors are used when a male contact is not required while female-female connectors are used when only female contacts are required. Shielded connectors are used in applications requiring more protection from interference or noise.

When selecting a rectangular connector, it is important to consider its performance characteristics. The types of materials used, i.e. gold, palladium and silver, should be chosen based on the application and end-use conditions. Additionally, regarding the power capacity, the size of the contacts should be selected accordingly. Lastly, the type of configuration should be chosen. The choice between male-female and male-male, for example, will depend on the application.

In summary, rectangular connectors are specialized components used in a variety of applications for providing electrical connections and mechanical support. They can be made up of different materials such as gold, palladium, and silver, and are available in a range of configurations, including male-female, male-male, and shielded. Based on the application and end-use conditions, the proper material, size, and configuration should be selected for optimal performance in the application.