Circular Connectors

More Information about Circular Connectors

For specific applications, there are also circular plastic connectors, which might be more suitable due to their lightweight nature and resistance to corrosion. These connectors can be used in devices where weight and resistance to the elements are crucial.

With the rising demand for data and signal transmission, mixed signal circular connectors have been developed. These connectors can handle both power and data signals simultaneously. This versatility makes them ideal for industrial equipment, sensors, and other devices requiring both power and data connectivity.

To suit different requirements, these connectors come in various sizes and diameters. Whether you're looking for a micro-sized connector for a compact device or a larger connector for industrial machinery, there's a wide product range available. When selecting a circular connector, it's essential to consider the contact size, current rating, and the type of termination needed.

Circular connectors play a crucial role in ensuring reliable performance in a range of devices and applications. They are versatile components that provide a protected and secure connection, ensuring the seamless transmission of power and data.

FAQs

Are panel mount cable connectors available in both strait and angled designs?

Yes, panel mount cable connectors are available in both straight and angled (often referred to as right-angle) designs. The choice between straight and angled designs usually depends on the specific application, space constraints, and routing requirements of the cables. The angled design can be especially useful in tight spaces or when the cable needs to be directed in a specific direction immediately upon exiting the connector.

Serial Communication Basics

In telecommunications, the process of sending data sequentially over a computer bus or communication cable is known as serial communication. Serial communication transmits data one bit at a time. Parallel communication transmits bits simultaneously over multiple communication lines in a single bus or cable. While it may seem that parallel communication would be the preferred method, this is not true in many situations. 

Because of the increased complexity and data transmission, serial communication has faster speeds than parallel communication. The speed at which serial is communicated can be altered by adjusting what is known as the BOD rate, which simply increases the number of the bits that can be transmitted per second. This is one of the reasons serial communication methods have remained such a common method for basic communication in much of computer based hardware used today. 

Some of the most common standards that have been created to take advantage of serial based communication in the industrial space would be RS 232 and RS 485. The earlier RS 232 standard was very common in computing in many different industrial, commercial and residential applications. It had lower transmission speeds, short maximum cable lengths and large voltage swings, making it useful only in certain situations. RS 485 is an improved standard that is still found in many of the same applications today. It resolved many of the issues the earlier RS 232 standard had by allowing longer cable lengths, higher transmission speeds and other improvements that increased its usability and performance.