5787131-3 vs 554088-1
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| Category | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics | D-Shaped Connectors - Centronics |
| Manufacturer | TE Connectivity AMP Connectors | TE Connectivity AMP Connectors |
| Description | CONN PLUG 68POS .8MM 30GOLD | RCPT ASSY,24 POS,PANEL MTG,LPF |
| Package | - | - |
| Series | CHAMP .031 | CHAMP .085 |
| Mounting Type | Free Hanging (In-Line) | Panel Mount |
| Termination | IDC | IDC |
| Contact Finish | Gold | Gold |
| Number of Positions | 68 | 24 |
| Connector Type | Plug | Receptacle |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 30µin (0.76µm) | 30µin (0.76µm) |
| Number of Rows | 2 | 2 |
| Connector Style | Center Strip Contacts | Outer Shroud Contacts |
| Flange Feature | - | 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 is a Centronics Connector?
A Centronics Connector is a standard D-shaped connector that was originally used for parallel interfaces between computer printers and host computers. It usually has multiple pins for high-speed data transmission.
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3. 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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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.
