What exactly is a Connector? What types of connectors are there?

What is a Connector ?

Connectors, also known as connectors, plugs and sockets. Generally refers to electrical connectors. That is, a device that connects two active devices together to transmit power or signals. Connectors are a component that our electrical engineers come into contact with frequently. Their function is quite simple: they form a communication bridge between blocked or isolated circuits in the circuit so that current can flow and the circuit can perform its intended function.

Connectors are an indispensable part of electronic devices. If you follow the path of current flow, you will always find one or more connectors. The shapes and structures of connectors are constantly changing. Depending on the application object, frequency, power, application environment, etc., there are different forms of connectors.

For example, there is a big difference between the connectors that light the lights on the field and the connectors that light the hard drives and the connectors that light the missiles.

But no matter what type of connector it is, it is important to ensure that the current flows smoothly, continuously and reliably. In general, what a connector connects is not limited to power. With the rapid development of optoelectronic technology, light is now the carrier of signals in optical fiber systems. Glass and plastic have replaced wires in ordinary circuits, but optical signal connectors are also used in paths and they serve the same purpose as circuit connectors.

What are the classifications of connectors in our company SVLEC?

Connectors used in our daily life can be classified into the following categories:

1.Field Wireable Connector

In this category, we have many models, including M8, M12, /7/8, M23, M40, RJ45, Y/T Connector , etc. Our connectors have four crimping methods: screw crimp, spring crimp, stripping-free connection and cold crimp connection. We can offer you the right color for the covers and customized cable lengths to meet your needs.

2. Connection Cable

In this category, we have many models, including M5, M8, M12, 7/8" cable , Valve plug , etc.

3. Industrial Ethernet Cable

In this category we have several protocols including Profibus , Devicenet Canopen, Profinet , Ethernet IP Ether cat, CC -Link and AS -i Passive Distributor.

Fieldbus is an industrial data bus that has developed rapidly in recent years. It mainly solves digital communication between field devices such as intelligent instruments, Sensor and Actuator in industrial plants, as well as communication between these field devices and advanced control systems. Information transmission problems.Because the fieldbus has a number of outstanding advantages such as simplicity, reliability, economy, and practicality, it is highly regarded by many standards bodies and computer manufacturers.

4. Heavy Duty Connector

In this category, we have a variety of protocols, including HA, HE, HVE, HEE, HDD, HQ, HSB, HM Series and Crimp Tool .

A heavy duty connector is an electrical module that consists of ferrules and pins to make electrical connections for devices. It mainly consists of three important components: Ferrule, Pin and Housing.

Heavy duty connectors - for a wide variety of connection requirements. Heavy-duty connectors are modular and can continuously expand functions according to application needs. They not only enable barrier-free and fast connection between modular devices, but also ensure the transmission of signals and power supply to meet users' diverse connection requirements.

For many enterprise users, it saves installation time, provides secure and reliable connectivity, and lowers overall production costs. Terminal users can install and operate the equipment without the guidance of professionals, and maintenance is simple. The advantages are mainly reflected in the following three aspects: 1. Pre-installation of a large number of complex circuits, greatly improve the installation efficiency of equipment, and reduce the wiring error rate. 2. Highly integrated connections and multiple combination options to maximize the effective use of space for devices. 3. The modular structure of the individual functional blocks of the devices can be conveniently and efficiently implemented, so that the devices can be conveniently and safely transported, installed, maintained and repaired.

Compared with traditional connection methods, the use of high-performance connectors can save 20-30% of machining center installation costs while improving production efficiency. It is mainly used in industrial automation, equipment construction and industrial plant engineering as well as information and control technology. and other areas.

5. D-sub Connector

The D-sub connector includes an insulator, a harpoon plate lock, a back cover and multiple conductive terminals; after assembly, the locking of the harpoon plate is limited within the limit mechanism, effectively solving the problem of existing D-SUB harpoon plate locking The problem of uneven foot height caused by unreliable positioning. Connector.