IDC connectors have another name, called insulation displacement connectors, which are mostly used in the telecommunications field. When customers choose IDC connectors, they should consider some issues in advance, and then make purchases. So what they are?
The following is detailed four issues that need to be considered before purchasing IDC connectors:
1. Consideration of the number of contacts of the IDC connector
IDC connectors can use a variety of different numbers of pins or connection types, but be careful that the pins don't span multiple rows.
2. Consideration of male and female heads of IDC connectors
IDC connectors, like other connectors, can be divided into male (plug) and female (socket), and it is necessary to pay special attention to selecting the appropriate male or female IDC connector for the application.
3. The spacing considerations of IDC connectors
The distance between each contact of the IDC connector must be compatible with matched ribbon connector.
4. IDC connector installation type considerations
IDC plug connectors and IDC socket connectors must ensure that they can be mounted on cables or PCBs.
