Between Series Adapters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
0670653400

0670653400

Woodhead - Molex

AE-67065-3400 670653400

0

0670653700

0670653700

Woodhead - Molex

AE-67065-3700 670653700

0

MRJ5585M1

MRJ5585M1

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

RUGGED RJ45 R/A JACK 8POS HDR

0

MRJ598101

MRJ598101

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

RJ45 JACK R/A 8POS W/TERM BLCK

0

EM5701-5#

EM5701-5#

Pomona Electronics

TERMINAL STRIP B-JACK GRN MTO

0

VA236

VA236

Vitelec / Cinch Connectivity Solutions

ADAPT RCA PLUG TO

0

900001160

900001160

Lumberg Automation

0982 EEC 100

0

0670653500

0670653500

Woodhead - Molex

AE-67065-3500 670653500

0

500002267

500002267

Lumberg Automation

RSF 40 TB

0

1296#

1296#

Pomona Electronics

BNC (M)/BINDING POSTS PK

0

3565-2#

3565-2#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER .093 PIN (RED)

0

4691-2#

4691-2#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER #22 PIN (RED)

0

3562-2#

3562-2#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER .063 SOCKET (RED)

0

MRJR5581M1

MRJR5581M1

Storage & Server IO (Amphenol ICC)

RGGD RJ45 R/A JACK 8POS CBL HDR

0

BU-30211A-5

BU-30211A-5

Mueller Electric Co.

ADAPT SPADE LUG TO BAN JACK GRN

1743574

1270#

1270#

Pomona Electronics

ADAPTER BNC(M) BANANA PLUG PACKA

0

APF.00.250.DTAR

APF.00.250.DTAR

REDEL / LEMO

ADPT 00.250. PLUG CINCH RCPT

0

200.0072

200.0072

Maestro Wireless Solutions (Lantronix)

ADAPT DB9F TO RJ45 JACK

0

9415

9415

E-Z-Hook

ADAPT N PLUG TO BAN PLUG DBL BLK

0

500002268

500002268

Lumberg Automation

RSF 50 TB

0

Between Series Adapters

1. Overview

Between Series Adapters (BSA) are interconnect solutions that bridge incompatible electrical or data interfaces across different device series or standards. These adapters enable seamless signal/power transmission while maintaining performance integrity. In modern electronics, BSAs are critical for system integration in industrial automation, telecommunications, and consumer electronics, where heterogeneous hardware ecosystems demand interoperability.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Protocol Conversion AdaptersTranslates signaling protocols (e.g., RS-232 to USB)Industrial PLC programming interfaces
Physical Interface AdaptersMechanical/electrical conversion between connector stylesDB9 to RJ45 Ethernet converters
Signal Conditioning AdaptersModifies signal voltage levels or impedance matchingRF coaxial to waveguide transitions
Hybrid Power/Data AdaptersSimultaneous power and high-speed data transmissionPoE++ to USB4 combination adapters

3. Structural Composition

Typical BSAs consist of: - Termination Substrate: Gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts (0.1-0.8mm thickness) - Insulation Body: LCP/LPA engineering plastic (UL94 V-0 rating) - Shielding Layer: 0.1mm thick aluminum-mylar composite - Retention Mechanism: Threaded coupling or push-pull latching - Signal Path: Precision-machined PCB traces (impedance controlled to 5%)

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterTypical RangeImportance
Contact Resistance5-20m Affects signal integrity and power efficiency
Insulation Resistance>1G Determines leakage current safety
Current Rating1-15ADictates power handling capability
VSWR (RF Adapters)1.2:1-1.8:1Measures signal reflection performance
Operating Temperature-55 C to +125 CEnsures environmental reliability

5. Application Fields

  • Industrial: CNC machine tool interface adapters
  • Telecom: 5G massive MIMO antenna array connectors
  • Consumer: Smartphone multi-port charging docks
  • Medical: MRI machine sensor interface hybrids

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerKey Product SeriesTechnical Highlights
TE ConnectivityCONSENT Hybrid Adapters20Gbps data rate + 12A power capacity
AmphenolMIL-DTL-38999 Series IIIHermetically sealed aerospace connectors
MolexSL Series Adapters0.5mm pitch for compact medical devices
SamtecUSB4 Protocol ConvertersBackward compatible with USB3.2/Thunderbolt

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Interface compatibility (pin count, pitch spacing) - Environmental requirements (IP rating, temperature range) - Signal bandwidth requirements (rise time <1ns requires <3GHz bandwidth) - Mechanical durability (>5000 mating cycles for industrial) - Compliance with standards (IEC 61076, MIL-STD-810)

Case Study: In automotive test systems, selecting a CAN-FD to Ethernet BSA with IP67 rating and EMI shielding reduced field failure rates by 72%.

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include: - Integration of active signal conditioning ICs in adapters - Nano-coating technologies for corrosion resistance - Software-defined pin assignment for reconfigurable interfaces - Adoption of AI-driven contact wear prediction algorithms - Growth in optical/electrical hybrid adapters for 800Gbps+ systems

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