Is it difficult to select electronic connector products? You must not be clear about these points!

Have you encountered these difficulties when choosing electronic connector products for new project development? I only know the spacing, unclear structure, or only have a rough connection method, current requirements, etc., without understanding what is needed…

Have you encountered these difficulties when choosing electronic connector products for new project development?

Knowing only the spacing, unclear structure, or only a rough connection method, current requirements, etc., without understanding the specific model required, these factors will reduce the efficiency of selection.

Although there are many manufacturers of electronic connectors and their products have detailed specifications, it is still difficult to provide suitable products for predetermined circuits or systems. So, it is also necessary to understand the following knowledge about electronic connector products.

1、Connection method: The first step in selecting an electronic connector may be to define the purpose of the connector product, such as board to board, line to circuit board, and line to line (air connection) connection methods.

2、Electrical performance requirements: The current required by the connector will tend to control many overall characteristics. Low current connectors are usually different from the connector process required to carry high current, and the current carried by the connector is one of the important elements in selecting the connector. If high current levels are envisioned, specific types of connectors will be suitable, and these connectors tend to be larger in size. In addition, more precise connectors can be used when low current levels are required.

3、Space and structural requirements: The available shape and space of the connector also depend on the overall product design scheme and structure, and the spacing size and size height of the connector will be affected.

4、Application environment requirements: Environmental requirements can play an important role in selecting any connector. Many connectors are only suitable for benign environments, while other connectors may need to meet application environments such as temperature, humidity, vibration, and corrosion resistance.

5、Requirements for operation under certain conditions: In special circumstances of certain equipment, long-term sealed and waterproof connectors are also required to reduce the impact of moisture entry and meet waterproof standards, which need to be considered as part of the selection decision-making process.