438-029-000-112 Connectors, Interconnects

Card Edge Connectors - Housings are a type of connector used frequently in a variety of electrical applications. The 438-029-000-112 is one such type, commonly found in the telecommunications and consumer audio/visual markets. It has a 14-way differential pair ribbon cable socket version, with each pair of differential contacts being on a specific layer of the socket. The card edge connector housing is a self-aligning, non-soldered device which employs a spring-loaded bipolar latch, allowing for a secure fit.

The 438-029-000-112 connects to a board-side port in electronic devices via a card edge connector socket, which is largely responsible for the connection of IBOC (Integrated Broadcast and Cable) and DTV (Digital Television) audio/video signals. As part of the PCB edge connector and socket system, it is designed to fit just inside an internal width border, with stand-offs still allowing room for other internal ports or components. Providing 14 differential pairs (or 28 signal lines) and 4 mating pins, the socket is equipped with self-locking latches, positioned symmetrically and spaced evenly along the horizontal edges. These are spring-loaded latches that help secure the connection, controlling the force from the socket side to the peripheral side and providing additional strength against any mechanical shock or vibration.

The 438-029-000-112 is automatically polarized when connected, meaning the insertion of the card edge connector should not be necessary to maintain correct alignment or proper pin allocation. It also features an electrical polarization feature in order to ensure the right line will be connected on both the port and peripheral sides of the card edge connector. This electrical polarization is designed to prevent cross-talk among the various signal lines. In addition to being used as a type of edge connector, the 438-029-000-112 is also applicable in various other uses such as memory modules, which help to transfer and store data.

With the 438-029-000-112 being a card edge connector, its expected working principle is to facilitate the communication between two or more devices of the same type, or of dissimilar types. It offers efficient and secure electrical transfer, which has the power to connect devices with standardized data interfaces. It is an essential part of many communication and data transfer requirements and their performance is critical to the performance of the equipment in which they are used.

In conclusion, the 438-029-000-112 is an excellent card edge connector for many consumer audio/visual markets. It is designed to fit inside an internal width border and comes with spring-loaded latches and electrical polarization for increased strength and accurate signal transfer. This makes it an ideal choice for any applications requiring secure connections with minimal transmissions errors.