Differences in connectors, connectors, and terminals

We often encounter some customers who confuse Connectors, connectors, and terminals, and some customers feel that these three are the same concept. When CJT Yangtze River connector manufacturers provide pre-sales services to customers, we would like to share the relevant knowledge of these three, so that everyone can have a clearer understanding of their connections and differences.
1. What are the concepts of "connector", "connector", and "terminal"?
1. Connectors, also known as connectors, plugs, and sockets in China, generally refer to electrical connectors, which are devices that connect two active devices and transmit current or signals (electrical or optical signals). Their function is very simple: to build a communication bridge between blocked or isolated circuits within the circuit, thereby allowing current to flow and enabling the circuit to achieve its intended function.
2. Connector refers to an electrical connector, which is a positioning connector for connecting electronic circuits. It is composed of two parts: a connector and a connector, and can be completely separated in general. Therefore, a connector can also be called a connector.
3. Terminal blocks are accessory products used to achieve electrical connections, which are applied for the convenience of wire connection. They are actually metal sheets enclosed in insulating plastic, with holes at both ends for inserting wires. Terminal blocks can be divided into plug-in terminal blocks, European terminal blocks, and so on.
2. Q: Is there a dependency relationship between "connectors", "connectors", and "terminals"?
1. Connectors and connectors are the first major category, which is a general term. The difference is that connectors are the connections between wires, while connectors are the connections between wires, boards, and boxes. In daily life, they are often vaguely referred to as the same type of product, and wiring terminals belong to one type of product in this category.
2. To understand the connection methods of the three, connectors and plugins are electronic components that do not require the use of tools. They can be quickly connected by inserting or screwing the male and female heads together. Wiring terminals require the use of certain tools, such as screwdrivers and cold press pliers, to connect the two connection points together. They are generally used for power input and output.
3. Q: What are the applications of "connectors", "connectors", and "terminals"?
1. Connectors are mainly used for the connection between circuits and are essential core basic components for the electrical connection of circuit systems. The main application fields of connectors are smart homes, automobiles, communication, computers and peripherals, industry, military and aerospace. With the development of the application scope, it will become more and more widely used in various industries.
2. Currently, the most widely used terminals are PCB board terminals, in addition to hardware terminals, nut terminals, spring terminals, etc. There are many types of connectors, including circular connectors, rectangular connectors, and stepped connectors. Terminal blocks are generally rectangular connectors, and the application range of terminal blocks is relatively single. They are generally used in the electronic and electrical fields, for internal and external wiring of PCB circuit boards, printed boards, and distribution cabinets.
In fact, connectors, connectors, and terminals are different forms of application that belong to the same concept, and are commonly referred to according to different practical applications. More industry information and ZOOKE products related to connector connectors

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