Between Series Adapter Cables

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
DR04QR118 TL359 Alpha Wire	M12M/RJ45M 24AWG 04POLE	5
DR04QR117 TL358 Alpha Wire	M12M STR TO M12F STR 22AWG 05L	412
DR04QR117 TL357 Alpha Wire	M12M/RJ45M 04 POLE	54112
QR04AC117 TL400 Alpha Wire	RJ45M/M12F REC 04 POLE	5
DR04QR118 TL400 Alpha Wire	M12M/RJ45M 24AWG 04POLE	3
QR04AC118 TL400 Alpha Wire	RJ45M/M12F REC 04 POLE	4
DR04QR117 TL401 Alpha Wire	M12M STR TO M12F 90DEG 22AWG L	613
QR04AC117 TL401 Alpha Wire	RJ45M/M12F REC 04 POLE	4
QR04AC118 TL359 Alpha Wire	M12M STR TO CUT 22AWG 08POL	5
DR04QR118 TL356 Alpha Wire	M12M/RJ45M 24AWG 04POLE	1
QR04AC117 TL358 Alpha Wire	M8F STR TO CUT 4POL	2
DW04QR117 TL358 Alpha Wire	M8F STR TO CUT 4POL	0
DW04QR117 TL401 Alpha Wire	M12M 90DEG/RJ45M 04 POLE	5
DW04QR117 TL356 Alpha Wire	M8F STR TO CUT 4POL	7
DR04QR117 TL400 Alpha Wire	M12M/RJ45M 04 POLE	4

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