5554901-1 vs 554103-1
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| Category | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics |
| Manufacturer | TE Connectivity AMP Connectors | TE Connectivity AMP Connectors |
| Description | CONN CHAMP 50 POS RECEPT RT/ANG | PLUG ASSY,24 POSN,PNL MTG,L PF |
| Package | - | - |
| Series | CHAMP .085 | CHAMP .085 |
| Features | Bail Lock, Shielded | Terminating Cover |
| Mounting Type | Panel Mount, Through Hole, Right Angle | Panel Mount |
| Termination | Solder | IDC |
| Contact Finish | Gold | Gold |
| Number of Positions | 50 | 24 |
| Connector Type | Receptacle | Plug |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 30µin (0.76µm) | 30µin (0.76µm) |
| Number of Rows | 2 | 2 |
| Connector Style | Outer Shroud Contacts | Center Strip Contacts |
| Flange Feature | Insert, Threaded (4-40) | Hollow, Unthreaded |
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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. How many sizes are Centronics Connectors available?
The most common models of Centronics Connectors include 36-pin (the most common parallel printer interface) and 25-pin interfaces. There are also different sizes and pin counts for other devices.
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4. 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.
