Between Series Adapter Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
P504-006-SM

P504-006-SM

Tripp Lite

CABLE AUD HD15 M/M 3.5MM M/M 6'

459

PX0849/B

PX0849/B

Bulgin

CONN RCPT IP68 USB B REAR MOUNT

62

U444-006-HWE

U444-006-HWE

Tripp Lite

USB-C TO HDMI ADAPTER CABLE (M/M

19892

114991154

114991154

Seeed

DB9 TO OBD2 CABLE WITH SWITCH

0

1403492

1403492

Phoenix Contact

CABLE ETHERNET PLUG-PLUG 3M

13

U054-06N

U054-06N

Tripp Lite

USB CABLE

417

M100-006-BK

M100-006-BK

Tripp Lite

CABLE

9

STP-M12-830

STP-M12-830

Banner Engineering

CBL M12 TO RJ45 9 M

11

XS5W-T421-KMC-K

XS5W-T421-KMC-K

Omron Electronics Components

CABLE ETHERNET M12/RF45 15M

5

0985 YM57530 104/1M

0985 YM57530 104/1M

Lumberg Automation

CABLE ETHERNET M12-RJ45 1M

43

1406128

1406128

Phoenix Contact

NTWRK CBL 4POS 2M M12 MALE-MALE

1166

2096

2096

Lumberg Automation

0985 S4742 104/1,5 M

0

900016072

900016072

Lumberg Automation

0985 856 103/25M

5

2-2205133-6

2-2205133-6

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CA MINI IO TYPE I IND RJ45

7

IVUC-E-415

IVUC-E-415

Banner Engineering

CBL M8-4 TO RJ45

4

CA-ST2-PHR-202-M

CA-ST2-PHR-202-M

Adam Tech

CABLE ASSEMBLY, CIRCULAR, STRAIG

0

P316-06N

P316-06N

Tripp Lite

CABLE ADAPTER

6322600

10-02456

10-02456

Tensility International Corporation

CBL 2.1X5.5MM PLUG-GATOR CLIPS

0

BCC0E90

BCC0E90

Balluff

CONNECTION 1=M12X1-MALE, STRAIGH

149

900016057

900016057

Lumberg Automation

0985 856 103/0.6M

14

Between Series Adapter Cables

1. Overview

Between Series Adapter Cables are interconnect solutions that bridge incompatible connectors or protocols across different device series. These cables enable seamless data, power, and signal transmission between systems with varying electrical or physical interfaces. As technology ecosystems diversify, these adapters play a critical role in ensuring interoperability in consumer electronics, industrial automation, and telecommunications infrastructure.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
USB-A to USB-CSupports USB 3.1 Gen2 (10Gbps), reversible plug orientationLaptop to smartphone charging/data transfer
HDMI to DisplayPort4K@60Hz video conversion, active signal conditioningConnecting gaming consoles to commercial displays
RJ45 to Fiber Optic1000BASE-T to 10GBASE-SR conversionEnterprise network backbone integration
DB9 to USB SerialRS-232 protocol translation via integrated ICLegacy industrial machine monitoring systems

3. Structural & Technical Composition

Typical construction includes:

  • Conductive Core: Oxygen-free copper (OFC) conductors with silver-plated contacts
  • Insulation: Foamed polyethylene dielectric for reduced capacitance
  • Shielding: Multi-layer aluminum-mylar foil + braided copper ( 85% coverage)
  • Connectors: Precision-machined phosphor bronze contacts with 30 " gold plating
  • Active Components: Signal repeaters (for lengths >5m) and protocol conversion ICs

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterTypical ValueImportance
Insertion Loss<0.5dB @ 10GHzMaintains signal integrity in high-speed applications
Impedance Matching50 5% (RF variants)Prevents signal reflections in data centers
Voltage Withstanding1000VAC @ 60sSafety compliance for industrial environments
Operating Temperature-40 C to +85 CReliability in automotive/industrial scenarios
Mating Cycles>10,000 cycles (USB-C)Durability metric for frequent connections

5. Application Domains

  • Consumer Electronics: Smartphones (Lightning-USB-C), VR headsets (HDMI-DP)
  • Industrial Automation: PLCs with mixed serial/Ethernet interfaces
  • Medical Devices: MRI machines interfacing with modern diagnostic displays
  • Avionics: ARINC 664 to fiber optic conversion in aircraft cockpits

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct FamilyKey Features
BelkinUSB-C 3.1 to USB-A Gen2Backward compatible, 10Gbps throughput
Amphenol9116 Series HDMI-DP8K resolution support with EDID management
TE Connectivity1-104286-5IP67-rated industrial Ethernet adapter
Analog DevicesADUM4160USB 2.0 isolation adapter for medical applications

7. Selection Guidelines

Consider these factors during selection:

  • Electrical compatibility (voltage levels, current capacity)
  • Protocol handshake requirements (e.g., USB PD negotiation)
  • Environmental ratings (IP, vibration resistance)
  • Certification requirements (CE, FCC, RoHS)
  • Future-proofing (support for emerging standards like USB4)

Case Study: A data center upgraded from SATA to NVMe storage arrays using U.2 to M.2 adapter cables, achieving 3x throughput improvement without replacing existing infrastructure.

8. Industry Trends

  • Transition to 8K-ready passive optical cables ( 0.1dB/m loss)
  • Miniaturization (sub-1mm pitch connectors for IoT devices)
  • Smart adapters with built-in diagnostics (e.g., Fluke Networks' LinkWare integration)
  • Biodegradable jacket materials (PLA-based TPE compounds)
  • Multi-protocol chips enabling universal adapter designs
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