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| Category | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics |
| Manufacturer | TE Connectivity AMP Connectors | TE Connectivity AMP Connectors |
| Description | ASSY, PLUG, 24 POS, B SLOT | CONN RECPT 0.6MM ASSY |
| Package | - | - |
| Series | CHAMP .085 | * |
| Mounting Type | Free Hanging (In-Line) | - |
| Termination | IDC | - |
| Contact Finish | Gold | - |
| Number of Positions | 24 | - |
| Connector Type | Plug | - |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 30µin (0.76µm) | - |
| Number of Rows | 2 | - |
| Connector Style | Center Strip Contacts | - |
| Flange Feature | Insert, Threaded (4-40) | - |
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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. 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.
