Between Series Adapter Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
76000645

76000645

Digi

CABLE CROSSOVER 4' RJ-45/DB-9F

54

P606-006

P606-006

Tripp Lite

CABLE PARALLEL DB25M - CEN36M 6'

502000

1220310050

1220310050

Weidmuller

SYSTEM CABLE, M12 D-CODE - IP 67

4

DELPEF-51D

DELPEF-51D

Banner Engineering

CBL M12-5 MALE TO LP CUSTOM

1

PX0843/B

PX0843/B

Bulgin

CONN RCPT IP68 USB B PNL - 5POS

3117

DELPEF-415D

DELPEF-415D

Banner Engineering

CBL M12-4 FEMALE TO LP CUSTOM

1

DELPE-51D

DELPE-51D

Banner Engineering

CBL M12-5 MALE TO LP CUSTOM

1

PSW 6M-1-U-CS

PSW 6M-1-U-CS

CTi Sensors

M8 MALE TO USB, RIGHT ANGLE, 1M

26

2821720-1

2821720-1

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

IFP/LEC CBL ASSY 2 PORT TYPE A S

100

PSG 6M-1-U-CS

PSG 6M-1-U-CS

CTi Sensors

M8 MALE TO USB, STRAIGHT, 1M

19

1407509

1407509

Phoenix Contact

NETWORK CABLE

0

ICX14T1NTL15M

ICX14T1NTL15M

Panduit Corporation

M12 MALE/RJ45 PLUG, CAT 6A, SHIE

127

142M1D15010

142M1D15010

RIA Connect / METZ CONNECT

M12 ETHERNET CABLE, IP67, D-CODE

32

PXPTPU12FBF08XRJ030PU

PXPTPU12FBF08XRJ030PU

Bulgin

CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 3M

16

P138-000-VGA

P138-000-VGA

Tripp Lite

MINI-DVI PORT TO VGA F ADAPTR 8"

9360

P504-010

P504-010

Tripp Lite

CABLE COAX HD15 3.5MM M/M 10'

971

ICX14T1NTL2M

ICX14T1NTL2M

Panduit Corporation

M12 MALE/RJ45 PLUG, CAT 6A, SHIE

178

1404514

1404514

Phoenix Contact

SERVICE SOCKET

0

1411542

1411542

Phoenix Contact

NBC-FSD/10 0-93K/R4AC SCO

0

U444-006-DP8SE

U444-006-DP8SE

Tripp Lite

USB-C TO DISPLAYPORT ADAPTER CAB

680

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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