Between Series Adapter Cables

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
1321031-16

1321031-16

Qualtek Electronics Corp.

CBL DVI(12+5) CON 16' 26 AWG

0

10-00245

10-00245

Tensility International Corporation

CABLE USB-A 5.5X2.5 CNTR NEG

0

P556-010

P556-010

Tripp Lite

DVI TO VGA CABLE M M 10'

2611100

P566-015-VGA-A

P566-015-VGA-A

Tripp Lite

HDMI TO VGA ADAPTER CONVERTER CA

253

P606-010

P606-010

Tripp Lite

CABLE PARALLEL DB25M -CEN36M 10'

1763

743-60012-00100

743-60012-00100

CnC Tech

MINI DP/M TO VGA/M CONN

0

E30136

E30136

ifm Efector

USB ADAPTER CABLE; CABLE WITH CO

0

U444-015-H4K6BM

U444-015-H4K6BM

Tripp Lite

USB-C TO HDMI ADAPTER CABLE (M/M

11440

10134719-Z0300YYLF

10134719-Z0300YYLF

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

USB+POWER(24V) TO 2X4LNL

25

1409860

1409860

Phoenix Contact

NETWORK CABLE

13

DR04QR117 TL355

DR04QR117 TL355

Alpha Wire

M12M/RJ45M 04 POLE

5

900016059

900016059

Lumberg Automation

0985 856 103/1.5M

9

1201080010

1201080010

Woodhead - Molex

M12 F-M 5 POLES 1M RJ-45 D-CODE

7

2-2205133-4

2-2205133-4

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

CA MINI IO TYPE I IND RJ45

18

2821723-3

2821723-3

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

IFP/LEC CBL ASSY 1 PORT TYPE B L

100

BCC0FYY

BCC0FYY

Balluff

CONNECTION 1=M12X1-FEMALE, STRAI

9

PSG 6M-2-U-CS

PSG 6M-2-U-CS

CTi Sensors

M8 MALE TO USB, STRAIGHT, 2M

15

U444-06N-DP8W

U444-06N-DP8W

Tripp Lite

USB-C TO DISPLAYPORT ADAPTER CAB

800

1044470030

1044470030

Weidmuller

CRIMP PLUG

22

PXP6043/A

PXP6043/A

Bulgin

ADAPT USB-A PLG TO 5POS CONN BLK

34

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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