Connectors

Interconnect, also known as a connector, is a component or structure that is part of an interconnect solution. It connects with other components or parts. An interconnect is considered an integral part of an integrated circuit plumbing. Its performance, fabrication yield, and power efficiency are dependent upon its layout and design. Interconnect allows the easy unification of two different circuits into a single seamless one.

Classification of Interconnects

There are two interconnect classifications: global and local.

  1. Global interconnects are capable of transmitting over or to sub-circuits in large areas.
  2. Local interconnects connect circuit elements that are very close to each other (i.e. transistors). These interconnects are made of tungsten, polycrystalline silicon, and other materials that have high electrical resistance.

Essential Components of Interconnect Connectors

The two components that make up an interconnect are the following:

  • Housings
    Housings put a space between contacts, which is the other essential component. It can be receptacles or plugs. Receptacles refer to the connector part that “houses” female sockets or contacts. A common example of a receptacle is a wall outlet. On the other hand, plugs contain the male contacts of connectors. If a cable does not have plugs, all that it has are loose wirings – and this can be dangerous and lead to performance problems. Plugs are usually easy to grip and intended to help users properly connect the male pins with the right female sockets. As such, it makes the interconnection process safer and easier.
  • Contacts
    Also known by its many alternative names: sockets, current-carrying pins, spring-pins, and blades, contacts are the interconnect components that help make the electrical connection work. There are two types of contacts: male and female. Male contacts (or Male pins) look similar to the prongs you see in computer power cords. They are protruding, solid, and made of metal. Female contacts or sockets look like enclosed metal pieces that have holes where the male pins fit. Imagine a wall outlet – that’s what female sockets basically look like. When it interconnects with the male contact, it transfers electricity from one device or object to another.

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PSG01536 from Pro Signal
Pro Signal

Audio Adaptor, Mini DIN Receptacle, Mini DIN Receptacle RoHS Compliant: Yes

24-11010 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

HDMI Straight Coupler Female to Female; Audio Video Connector A:DVI Plug; Audio Video Connector B:HDMI Plug; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

24-11016 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

HDMI Swivel Coupler Male to Female; Audio Video Connector A:DVI Plug; Audio Video Connector B:HDMI Plug; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

24-11022 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

Audio Video Connector A:DVI Plug; Audio Video Connector B:HDMI Plug; Product Range:-

24-11023 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

Audio Video Connector A:DVI Plug; Audio Video Connector B:HDMI Plug; Product Range:-

PSG02728 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

RCA Adapter 90 Degree Black; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

28-12596 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

2.1MM DC Plug - 2.5MM DC Jack; Audio Video Connector A:DC Plug - 2.1mm; Audio Video Connector B:DC Jack - 2.5mm; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

PSG02729 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

RCA Adapter 90 Degree Red; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

27-1405 from Mcm
Mcm

3.5mm F to 1/4 in M Stereo-Mono Adapter; No. of Contacts:-; Gender:-; Pin Diameter:-; Connector Mounting:-; Contact Plating:-; Connector Body Material:Plastic Body; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

CP30202 from Cliff Electronic Components
Cliff Electronic Components

FT MINI DISPLAYPORT, CSK HOLES; Audio Video Connector A:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Audio Video Connector B:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Product Range:FT Series RoHS Compliant: Yes

CP30202M from Cliff Electronic Components
Cliff Electronic Components

FT METAL MINI DISPLAYPORT, CSK HOLES; Audio Video Connector A:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Audio Video Connector B:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Product Range:FT Series RoHS Compliant: Yes

CP30202MB from Cliff Electronic Components
Cliff Electronic Components

FT BLK METAL MINI DISPLAYPORT, CSK HOLES; Audio Video Connector A:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Audio Video Connector B:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Product Range:FT Series RoHS Compliant: Yes

CP30202M3 from Cliff Electronic Components
Cliff Electronic Components

FT METAL MINI DISPLAYPORT, M3 HOLES; Audio Video Connector A:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Audio Video Connector B:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Product Range:FT Series RoHS Compliant: Yes

CP30202M3B from Cliff Electronic Components
Cliff Electronic Components

FT BLK METAL MINI DISPLAYPORT, M3 HOLES; Audio Video Connector A:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Audio Video Connector B:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Product Range:FT Series RoHS Compliant: Yes

CP30202X from Cliff Electronic Components
Cliff Electronic Components

AUDIO ADAPTER, MINI DP RCPT-RCPT; Audio Video Connector A:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Audio Video Connector B:Mini DisplayPort Receptacle; Product Range:FT Series; SVHC:No SVHC (15-Jan-2019) RoHS Compliant: Yes

NYS 238 from Neutrik
Neutrik

ADAPTER, STEREO RECEPTACLE TO STEREO RECEPTACLE; Audio Video Connector A:Stereo Receptacle - 6.5mm; Audio Video Connector B:Stereo Receptacle - 6.5mm; Product Range:-; Connector Body Material:Metal Body; Connector Mounting:PCB Mount RoHS Compliant: Yes

PSG02781 from Pro Signal
Pro Signal

ADAPTER, RCA RECEPTACLE TO STEREO PLUG; Audio Video Connector A:RCA / Phono Receptacle x 2; Audio Video Connector B:Stereo Plug - 3.5mm; Product Range:-; Connector Body Material:ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) Body RoHS Compliant: Yes

STA-TSL001 from Clever Little Box
Clever Little Box

ADAPTOR, TOSLINK TO 3.5MM; Audio Video Connector A:-; Audio Video Connector B:Stereo Receptacle - 3.5mm; Product Range:- RoHS Compliant: Yes

STA-TSPL0102 from Clever Little Box
Clever Little Box

TOSLINK SPLITTER, 1 IN 2 OUT; Audio Video Connector A:-; Audio Video Connector B:-; Product Range:Toslink RoHS Compliant: Yes

PS000034 from Multicomp Pro
Multicomp Pro

ADAPTER, MONO 6.35MM PLUG-RCA RCPT; Audio Video Connector A:Mono Plug - 6.35mm; Audio Video Connector B:RCA / Phono Receptacle; Product Range:-; SVHC:No SVHC (07-Jul-2017) RoHS Compliant: Yes

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