10226-2210PE vs 12226-8200-00 FR
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| Category | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics |
| Manufacturer | 3M | 3M |
| Description | CONN MINI-D 26POS RECPT SMT | SHRUNK DELTA RIBBON CONN 26 CONT |
| Package | - | - |
| Series | 102, Mini D Ribbon (MDR) | * |
| Features | Board Guide, Shielded | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount | - |
| Termination | Solder | - |
| Contact Finish | Gold | - |
| Number of Positions | 26 | - |
| Connector Type | Receptacle | - |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 30µin (0.76µm) | - |
| Number of Rows | 2 | - |
| Connector Style | Outer Shroud Contacts | - |
| Flange Feature | Insert, Threaded (M2.5); Latchblocks | - |
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1. How do D-Shaped Connectors differ from Centronics Connectors?
D-Shaped Connectors are a broad category, and Centronics Connectors fall into this category, specifically for parallel communications, especially data transmission between printers and computers.
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2. How do Centronics Connectors work?
Centronics connectors transmit parallel signals through multiple pins, with each pin corresponding to a data bit, control signal, or ground line. They are usually used in applications with higher data transfer rates.
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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. Can Centronics connectors be used compatible with other types of D-shaped connectors?
Although the Centronics connector is a type of D-shaped connector, it is not fully compatible with other D-shaped connectors such as DB9, DB25, etc. Different connectors have different pin configurations and signal functions, so they are not directly interchangeable.
