4-103148-0-12

Rectangular Connectors – Headers, Male Pins 4-103148-0-12 are connectors that are used in a wide range of applications. There are a variety of sizes, shapes, and configurations available for these type of connectors, and their corresponding working principles. Additionally, various add-on components are also available to increase the functionality of the connectors.

Application Field

Rectangular connectors typically have a wide range of applications, including medical, aviation, automotive, mass spectrometry, defense, audio/video, and telecommunications. Some common industries that utilize rectangular connectors include aerospace, computer, automotive, and medical.

Among the various application fields of rectangular connectors, the medical industry is a major sector. Medical rectangulat connectors are typically used in the place of traditional header pins or through-hole connections, and mainly find themselves in the interface of medical instruments, medical chassis and sockets, and wiring harnesses. In the aviation industry, rectangular connectors are mainly found in the form of cPCI connectors that are used in the wiring harness of cockpit control panels, etc. Automotive rectangulat connectors are used in variety of applications, including lighting fixtures, door lock and gate control systems, communication networks, and engine control systems.

Working Principle

The working principle of rectangular connectors – headers, male pins 4-103148-0-12 are based on contact between mating surfaces of two connecting parts. The two sides, the header and pins, consist of a number of small metal contacts. To ensure a reliable connection, the pins contain a small amount of metal, preventing any corrosion and wear. The conductive properties of the metal pins allow current to pass between connecting parts with minimal resistance. Additionally, these pins provide reliable, mechanical protection against cables, cords, and wires, as they are designed with a small hole that inserted the leads of each wire and lock it in place.

Rectangular connectors – headers, male pins 4-103148-0-12 are also equipped with a number of add-on components. These components include contact stiffeners, cable strain reliefs, and gaskets. Contacts strengtheners are special connectors that are inserted between the pins and the contacts. Their main purpose is to reinforce the signal, preventing signal degradation or electromagnetic interference (EMI). Cable strain relief is physically and mechanically connected to the connector and prevents movement of the wires, preventing them from being pulled off. Gaskets are rubber rings or washers that provide a water or dust tight seal to the connector, ensuring a reliable connection while in hostile environments.