10136-6000EC vs 10214-1210PE
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| Category | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics |
| Manufacturer | 3M | 3M |
| Description | CONN MDR PLUG 36POS IDC GOLD | CONN MDR RECEPT 14POS R/A SMD |
| Package | - | - |
| Series | 101, Mini D Ribbon (MDR) | 102, Mini D Ribbon (MDR) |
| Features | Shielded | Board Guide, Shielded |
| Mounting Type | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Surface Mount, Right Angle |
| Termination | IDC | Solder |
| Contact Finish | Gold | Gold |
| Number of Positions | 36 | 14 |
| Connector Type | Plug | Receptacle |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 30µin (0.76µm) | 20µin (0.51µm) |
| Number of Rows | 2 | 2 |
| Connector Style | Center Strip Contacts | Outer Shroud Contacts |
| Flange Feature | - | Insert, Threaded (M2.5); Latchblocks |
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1. What are D-Shaped Connectors?
A D-Shaped Connector is an electronic connector with a D-shaped shell, commonly used for electrical connections. This design makes the connector more rugged and durable, and is commonly used in computers, industrial equipment, and communications equipment.
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2. What are some common applications for Centronics Connectors?
Centronics Connectors are commonly used in printer interfaces, data transmission, scanners, and other devices that require parallel communication.
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3. Is the Centronics interface obsolete?
Although the Centronics interface was once very popular between computers and printers, it has become less used in modern devices with the popularity of USB and network connections. However, some industrial and older equipment still use this connector.
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4. How to identify the model of Centronics connector?
Centronics connectors can usually be identified by the number of pins (such as 36 pins, 25 pins, etc.) and the shape of the shell. The shell of the connector is usually metal and has a D-shaped appearance.
