Between Series Adapters

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
5699-4

5699-4

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT 6/32 SCRW TO BAN JACK YLW

0

5701-3

5701-3

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT 10/32 SCRW TO BAN JACK ORG

0

3073#

3073#

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT BNC JACK TO BANANA PLUG

0

4691-0#

4691-0#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER #22 PIN (BLACK)

0

5699-3

5699-3

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT 6/32 SCRW TO BAN JACK ORG

0

6203#

6203#

Pomona Electronics

INS SPADE LUG W/BAN JACK SET PAC

0

EM5700-6#

EM5700-6#

Pomona Electronics

TERMINAL STRIP B-JACK 8-32 BLU M

0

5700-3

5700-3

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT 8/32 SCRW TO BAN JACK ORG

0

3564-2#

3564-2#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER .093 SOCKET (RED)

0

3560-0#

3560-0#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER .040 SOCKET (BLACK)

0

4690-2#

4690-2#

Pomona Electronics

TEST ADAPTER #22 SOCKET (RED)

0

6860

6860

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT MALE XLR TO 1/4" JACK

0

4267

4267

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT BNC JACK TO 2.5MM PLUG

0

1794

1794

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT BNC JACK TO WE-309 PLG BLK

0

4993

4993

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT BANTAM JACK TO WE-310 PLUG

0

1285

1285

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT PHONE PLG TO DBL BIND POST

0

6864

6864

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT MALE XLR TO 1/4" PLUG

0

6315

6315

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT BANTAM JACK TO WE-310 PLUG

0

5001/POM

5001/POM

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT PLUG MINI TO DBL BIND POST

0

72911

72911

Pomona Electronics

ADAPT BNC JACK TO BAN PLUG DBL

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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