What are the Different Types of Circular Connectors?

[Swapnil Ramesh Jukunte]

Circular connectors are widely used in industries. Also, they are often spotted in the regular consumer-end usage. The circular connectors are connecting almost the majority of the devices with each other. Usually, the engineers prefer using circular connectors for data transfer, signal transfer, and also power transfer. Sometimes, the hybrid solutions offer both the functionality in the same type of connector. The customization aspect allowed the connector manufacturers in India to manufacture a lot of great circular connectors. 

 

As there are a lot of great uses of circular connectors, there are multiple types available in the market. Before choosing the circular connector, you should know what the different types of circular connectors are. In this post, we are going to share detailed information on the different types of connectors that engineers should find useful. All you have to do is to know about these connector types and understand which one is better for your needs.

 

Types of Circular Connectors 

#1 - Circular Plastic Connector 

 

The circular plastic connector is pretty common in the market. The plastic connectors are made entirely with plastic. The use of ABS plastic ensures the high durability of the connectors in external conditions. They are suitable if the connector is going to be in a moist place, as it can protect the internals from the outside moisture and can stay working for a long time. Circular plastic connectors are cheap and can be found everywhere. 

 

#2 - Circular Metal-Shell Connector 

 

The circular metal-shell connector has a metal shell, which is to protects the internal connections. The metal-shell connectors are pretty heavy-duty, and they are durable. With the use of metal shells, they are suitable for rough and tough usage. But, they should be used for internal connections, as they cannot work for a long time if used in the external location scenario. They will catch the rust if used in outdoor conditions. The circular metal shell connectors are common in the telecommunications industry for signal transfer, as the metal avoids signal leakage from the connections. 

 

#3 - Mil-Spec Connectors 

 

The Military always wants super heavy duty connectors for all of their communications equipment. Most of the militaries all over the world have developed a special type of connector that is suitable for only military equipment. The Mil-Spec connectors that are developed by the German Military are available for public use and can be used for connecting the devices that require a sturdy connection. Most of the cellular companies rely on the heavy duty Mil-Spec connectors apart from the Military itself. 

#4 - Micro Connectors 

 

The Micro Connectors are pretty small. Precisely, they are of a half-inch size. The Micro connectors are specially used for the internal connections in the devices. They are suitable for powering small devices or cables. The most common type of Micro Connector is the Fiber cable connector to the Router. With the micro connectors, the small fiber cables and other cables can be connected with ease. 

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