SDL-120-G-10

SDL-120-G-10 Application Field and Working Principle

The SDL-120-G-10 is a standard rectangular connector from the Headers, Receptacles, and Female Sockets family of connectors. It is most often used as an electrical connector for multiple-pin electrical connections along many industries, including automotive, computer, communications, and consumer electronics as well as many other electrical/electronics applications.

The SDL-120-G-10 is typically composed of two shells, one containing a fixed number of male pins or contacts and the other containing corresponding female contacts or sockets. When the two shells are fitted together, the male and female contacts mate in order to form connections between the circuits. The number of total contacts are usually limited to the maximum values that the dimension of the connector shell can physically fit.

The SDL-120-G-10 is different from other rectangular connectors, in that it features pins or contacts on both sides of the connector shell. This makes the SDL-120-G-10 ideal for applications where two circuits need to interact—such as power and signal lines—while still maintaining a low profile form factor. This can also extend to data transfer applications, where one circuit needs to connect to multiple other circuits.

When coupled with an appropriate wiring harness and mating connectors, the SDL-120-G-10 can provide a reliable and robust connection. Due to its relatively low-cost and robust connection, the SDL-120-G-10 is a preferred connector for many industries.

The working principle of the SDL-120-G-10 is fairly straightforward: the male contact from one shell is inserted into the female contact from the other shell, forming an electrical connection. The two shells are kept together by using a latch, which is also a common feature of other rectangular connectors.

The latch is secured at one end of the connector, and when this is inserted into another shell, the latch “snaps” into position, securely keeping the two shells together. This ensures that even if the cables and wires pull on the connectors, the latch can still hold the two shells together.

In addition, the SDL-120-G-10 also has a rating for hermetic sealing. This is important for applications that require a reliable connection even in extreme environmental conditions. By making it possible for the connector to be sealed against dust, water, and other harsh elements, the SDL-120-G-10 can help secure high-reliability connections even in the most demanding applications.