Information about Automotive Connectors

Automotive connectors are electrical connectors and interconnect assemblies designed specifically for use in automobile systems such as ignition, sensor feedback and control, safety, and power systems. Automotive connectors are critical in today’s cars to connect switches, wires, lights, electric motors, sensors, computers and plugs. Whenever wires attach to a car component that might have to be removed, an automotive electrical connector (also called an automotive wiring connector) must be present to allow for the easy removal and replacement of that part. Automotive connectors also include an automotive connector housing, which is used to mount multiple wires and conductive terminals. A single automotive connector can connect 100 wires or more.

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AC Power Connectors

AC power connectors transfer alternating current through a variety of electronic devices. AC power connectors include simple AC inlets, outlets, and power entry modules.

Audio Connectors

Audio connectors are used to affix cables to other audio equipment, providing electronic signal transference and grounding protection.

Board to Board Connectors

Board to board connectors are used to connect printed circuit boards (PCB). Each terminal connects to a PCB.

Electrical Connectors

Electrical connectors are devices that join electrical circuits together. Male connectors plug into receptacles, jacks, and outlets. Female connectors contain sockets to receive other devices.

Modular Connectors and RJ Connectors

Modular connectors and RJ connectors are plug-in units used in many networking and telecommunications applications. Registered jack (RJ) connectors are a type of modular connector, which often have protective capabilities such as integrated filters to protect against unwanted signals or some type of magnetics to provide filtering, signal conditioning, and isolation.

RF and Microwave Connectors

RF and microwave connectors are used to connect the ends of cables in systems that operate in the radio frequency (RF) or microwave spectrum. They include threaded or bayonet-style couplings that snap, screw, or push into place.