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    Connectors

    Connectors are essential components that are used in almost every piece of electrical or electronic equipment we use or come into contact with on a daily basis. Correct selection depends solely on the project, application or environment.

    Looking to buy wire connectors? As a connectors supplier, RS offer an extensive range of high performance connector solutions to suit your every need, including panel, board-to-board, surface-mount (SMT), and wire-to-board connectors.

    What is a Connector

    A connector is a component that allows two pieces of equipment to be coupled together. Connectors provide a path for voltage, current or signals to flow freely from one device to another. Most connectors comprise of two parts, a plug and a socket. Traditionally, connectors are referred to by a gender to aid identification: the male and the female.

    The plug, known as the male part of the connector housing, contains the contacts. The contacts or pins are solid protruding pieces of metal that electrical conductors are attached to. The socket, known as the female part of the connector housing, contains hollow metal contacts. The female contacts are designed to hold or retain the male contacts.

    When both male and female parts of the connector come together, they mate.

    Termination Types

    • Crimp termination
    • Solder termination
    • Screw termination

    Mounting Types

    • Cable to panel
    • Cable to cable (in-line)
    • Cable to board
    • Board to board

    RS supply a wide range of high-quality components. They include heavy-duty industrial connectors, power connectors, modular connectors, electrical connectors, electronic and data connectors. They are divided into the following categories:

    • Power Connectors
    • RF and Coaxial Connectors
    • PCB Connectors
    • Audio and Video Connectors
    • Circular Connectors
    • Network and Telecom Connectors
    • Mains and IEC Connectors
    • USB, D-Sub and Computing Connectors
    • Terminal Blocks and DIN Rail Terminals

    Other than connectors, you can also find fasteners and fixings, hand tools, and more products online at RS. Enjoy our fast delivery when you shop online with us.

    AV Connectors
    AV Connectors
    Automotive Electrical Connectors
    Automotive Electrical Connectors
    Backplane & Rack Connectors
    Backplane & Rack Connectors
    Circular Connectors
    Circular Connectors
    General Purpose Rectangular Connectors
    General Purpose Rectangular Connectors
    IC Sockets & Adapters
    IC Sockets & Adapters
    Mains & DC Power Connectors
    Mains & DC Power Connectors
    Network & Telecom Connectors
    Network & Telecom Connectors
    PCB Connectors & Wire Housings
    PCB Connectors & Wire Housings
    Power Connectors
    Power Connectors
    RF Coaxial Connectors & Adapters
    RF Coaxial Connectors & Adapters
    Terminal Blocks
    Terminal Blocks
    USB, D Sub & Computing Connectors
    USB, D Sub & Computing Connectors
    Wire Terminals & Splices
    Wire Terminals & Splices

    152741 Products showing for Connectors

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    RS PRO Straight Through Hole Mount PCB Socket, 10-Contact, 2-Row, 2.54mm Pitch, Solder Termination
    • RS Stock No. 251-8222
    Each (In a Pack of 10)
    TWD15.60
    Rosenberger, Jack Cable Mount SMP Connector, 50Ω, Crimp, Solder Termination, Right Angle Body
    • RS Stock No. 819-4235
    • Mfr. Part No. 19K201-302L5
    Each
    TWD441.00
    RS PRO Insulated Ring Terminal, M5 Stud Size, 0.5mm² to 1.5mm² Wire Size, Red
    • RS Stock No. 534-200
    Each (In a Pack of 100)
    TWD3.70
    TE Connectivity Wire Female Receptacle Terminal
    • RS Stock No. 304-852
    • Mfr. Part No. 7-1452665-3
    1 Reel of 6000
    TWD14,416.00
    HARTING 26 Way Right Angle Through Hole D-sub Connector Plug, 2.29mm Pitch, with 4-40 UNC Female Screwlocks, Boardlocks
    • RS Stock No. 692-7349
    • Mfr. Part No. 09562627813
    Each
    TWD171.00
    HARTING Han-Eco B Heavy Duty Power Connector Hood, M32 Thread, Top Entry
    • RS Stock No. 183-7035
    • Mfr. Part No. 19431100427
    Each
    TWD972.00
    TE Connectivity, DEUTSCH Female Socket
    • RS Stock No. 217-5321
    • Mfr. Part No. 1062-14-0122
    Each (In a Pack of 25)
    TWD9.80
    MENNEKES, PowerTOP Xtra IP54 Blue 3P Connector Plug, Rated At 32A, 230 V
    • RS Stock No. 287-2987
    • Mfr. Part No. 13513
    Each
    TWD912.00
    JST Uninsulated Ring Terminal, 8mm Stud Size, 6.6mm² to 10.5mm² Wire Size
    • RS Stock No. 604-8446
    • Mfr. Part No. R8-8
    1 Bag of 100
    TWD826.00
    Amphenol Limited, 97B, Brass 10 Way Cable Mount MIL Spec Circular Connector Plug, Pin Contacts,Shell Size 18, Bayonet
    • RS Stock No. 442-2202
    • Mfr. Part No. 97B-3106A18-1P-HD
    Each
    TWD987.00
    HARTING Han-Eco B Heavy Duty Power Connector Hood, M40 Thread, Side Entry
    • RS Stock No. 183-7071
    • Mfr. Part No. 19431160548
    Each
    TWD1,534.00
    Phoenix Contact, 2.5mm Pitch, PTSM 0.5/ 8-P-2.5, 8 Way, , Pluggable Terminal Block, Plug, Cable Mount, Spring Cage
    • RS Stock No. 712-4493
    • Mfr. Part No. 1778890
    Each (In a Pack of 5)
    TWD100.80
    Molex, Easy-On, 52746 0.5mm Pitch 20 Way Right Angle Female FPC Connector, ZIF Bottom Contact
    • RS Stock No. 702-5472
    • Mfr. Part No. 52746-2071
    Each (In a Pack of 10)
    TWD37.30
    MENNEKES IP44 Red Panel Mount 4P Industrial Power Socket, Rated At 16A, 400 V
    • RS Stock No. 490-093
    • Mfr. Part No. 1390
    Each
    TWD763.00
    TE Connectivity FASTIN-FASTON .250 Uninsulated Female Spade Connector, Receptacle, 6.35 x 0.81mm Tab Size, 0.8mm² to
    • RS Stock No. 245-1719
    • Mfr. Part No. 42282-2
    Each (In a Pack of 100)
    TWD4.90
    RS PRO Insulated Crimp Spade Connector, 0.5mm² to 1.5mm², 22AWG to 16AWG, M5 Stud Size Vinyl, Red
    • RS Stock No. 534-250
    Each (In a Pack of 100)
    TWD4.20
    RS PRO, 5.08mm Pitch, 9 Way, Pluggable Terminal Block, Plug, Cable Mount, Screw Termination
    • RS Stock No. 790-0821
    Each (In a Pack of 5)
    TWD214.00
    JST JWPF Series PCB Mount PCB Header, 2 Contact(s), 2.0mm Pitch, 1 Row(s), Shrouded
    • RS Stock No. 177-4575
    • Mfr. Part No. B02B-JWPF-SK-R (LF)(SN)
    Each (In a Pack of 5)
    TWD51.00
    Amphenol RF, Jack Panel Mount BNC Connector, 75Ω, Solder Termination, Straight Body
    • RS Stock No. 700-9449
    • Mfr. Part No. B6351B1-ND3G-75
    Each
    TWD108.00
    Molex Mini-Fit Plus Series Straight Through Hole PCB Header, 2 Contact(s), 4.2mm Pitch, 2 Row(s), Shrouded
    • RS Stock No. 699-8565
    • Mfr. Part No. 46015-0203
    Each (In a Pack of 10)
    TWD15.90
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