Between Series Adapter Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1203410502

1203410502

Woodhead - Molex

CORDSET M12 TO RJ45 CAT6A BLUE P

136

1329

1329

Adafruit

2.1MM DC BARREL PLUG TO ALLIGATR

58

MCZ-1000-3-CA003

MCZ-1000-3-CA003

Cicoil

EZ-FLEXX MOTION CABLE ASSEMBLY 3

1

M100-006-WH

M100-006-WH

Tripp Lite

CABLE

1

743-50012-00100

743-50012-00100

CnC Tech

MINI DP MALE TO VGA FEMALE 1.0M

186

09457005053

09457005053

HARTING

RJI CBL IP20 M12 4XAWG 22/7 20M

1

1234750015

1234750015

Weidmuller

SYSTEM CABLE

0

10-00252

10-00252

Tensility International Corporation

CABLE USB-A 4.75X1.7 CNTR POS

0

DELPEF-40D

DELPEF-40D

Banner Engineering

CBL M12-4 FEMALE TO LP CUSTOM

1

1408733

1408733

Phoenix Contact

NTWRK CB 4POS .5M M12-RJ45 CDE D

4

XS5W-T421-EMC-K

XS5W-T421-EMC-K

Omron Electronics Components

CABLE ETHERNET M12/RF45 3M

0

P504-050

P504-050

Tripp Lite

CABLE COAX HD15 3.5MM M/M 50'

163

1203410507

1203410507

Woodhead - Molex

CSE M12 CAT6A RJ45 8P XC MA STR

0

MIKROE-2838

MIKROE-2838

MikroElektronika

OBD-II TO DB9 CABLE

5

10-00246

10-00246

Tensility International Corporation

CABLE USB-A 5.5X2.5 CNTR POS R/A

731

1321011-06

1321011-06

Qualtek Electronics Corp.

CBL DVI(12+5) CON 6' 28 AWG

0

1044470050

1044470050

Weidmuller

IE-C5DD4UG0050MCSA20-E

4

M100-010-WH

M100-010-WH

Tripp Lite

LIGHTNING TO USB SYNC CHARGE CAB

131180

CNC-SAE-744-00100

CNC-SAE-744-00100

CnC Tech

CABLE CHARGER SAE TO USB TYPE A

297

PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ030PU

PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ030PU

Bulgin

CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 3M

17

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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