Between Series Adapter Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
PX0443 Bulgin	CABLE IP68 B MINI USB-5WAY CRIMP	1873
PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ100PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 10M	0
PX0457 Bulgin	CABL IP68 AB MINI USB-6WAY CRIMP	57
PX0849/B Bulgin	CONN RCPT IP68 USB B REAR MOUNT	62
PX0849/A Bulgin	CONN RCPT IP68 USB A PNL - 5POS	0
PX0843/A Bulgin	CONN RCPT IP68 USB A PNL - 5POS	0
PX0446 Bulgin	CABLE IP68 B MINI USB-5WAY HEADE	7
PXPTPU12FBF08XRJ010PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 1M	26
PXPTPU12FBF08XRJ020PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 2M	18
PXPTPU12FBF08XRJ100PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 10M	23
PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ020PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 2M	0
PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ050PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 5M	0
PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ030PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 3M	17
PX0843/B Bulgin	CONN RCPT IP68 USB B PNL - 5POS	3117
PXPTPU12FBF08XRJ030PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 3M	16
PXP6043/A Bulgin	ADAPT USB-A PLG TO 5POS CONN BLK	34
PXP6043/B Bulgin	ADAPT USB-B PLG TO USB-A RCP BLK	29
PXPTPU12FIM08XRJ010PU Bulgin	CBL ASSY M12 X TO RJ45 1M	0
PXP4043/B Bulgin	CONN USB MICRO B PNL MNT TO 5POS	202
PX0456 Bulgin	CABL IP68 AB MINI USB-6WAY CRIMP	13

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

Type	Functional Features	Application Examples
USB-A to USB-C	Supports USB 3.1 Gen2 (10Gbps), reversible plug orientation	Laptop to smartphone charging/data transfer
HDMI to DisplayPort	4K@60Hz video conversion, active signal conditioning	Connecting gaming consoles to commercial displays
RJ45 to Fiber Optic	1000BASE-T to 10GBASE-SR conversion	Enterprise network backbone integration
DB9 to USB Serial	RS-232 protocol translation via integrated IC	Legacy 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

Parameter	Typical Value	Importance
Insertion Loss	<0.5dB @ 10GHz	Maintains signal integrity in high-speed applications
Impedance Matching	50 5% (RF variants)	Prevents signal reflections in data centers
Voltage Withstanding	1000VAC @ 60s	Safety compliance for industrial environments
Operating Temperature	-40 C to +85 C	Reliability 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

Manufacturer	Product Family	Key Features
Belkin	USB-C 3.1 to USB-A Gen2	Backward compatible, 10Gbps throughput
Amphenol	9116 Series HDMI-DP	8K resolution support with EDID management
TE Connectivity	1-104286-5	IP67-rated industrial Ethernet adapter
Analog Devices	ADUM4160	USB 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