IDC Connectors
IDC is short for Insulation-Displacement Connector. These electrical connectors are designed for ribbon cables and telecommunications applications. They are also referred to as insulation-piercing contacts (IPCs).Flat Ribbon Cable AssembliesIDC connectors are most commonly used with Flat Ribbon Cables to create a cable assembly. Ribbon cables consist of multiple wires connected together in a thin, flat ribbon. The IDC connector has sharp contact points which pierce the insulation and make contact with the wire. They are quick and easy as you do not need to strip shrouded wires like conventional crimping methods. IDCs are an ideal ribbon cable termination.IDC Connectors use cold welding technology. The IDC connector terminal pushes down and cuts through the insulation of the wire. During this process, there is significant pressure applied which create this cold weld. Some IDC connectors also come with strain relief functionality which helps to protect the ribbon cable connection and improve life span and reliability. Things to consider when purchasing an IDC:Number of Contacts – IDCs are available with different numbers of pins or connections. For example, 4-way and 10-way. Note: the pins may be across multiple rows. Gender – IDCs can come in a male version, also known as a plug, or female version, also known as a socket or header. Pitch – This refers to the distance between each contact. For example, 1.2 mm. This needs to be compatible with the ribbon connector you wish to connect. Mounting Type – IDC plugs and sockets are usually mounted onto a cable or a PCB as a header. Where are they used?Low voltage applicationsComputer Drives SSDsSmartphonesLaptops
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Molex 10-Way IDC Connector Plug for Through Hole Mount, 1-Row
IDR243,869.25Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR212,402.25Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Surface Mount, 1-Row
IDR385,995.20Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 12-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR272,714.00Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 14-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR30,732.77Pack (1 Pack of 2) -
Molex 14-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR436,866.85Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 14-Way IDC Connector Socket for Surface Mount, 1-Row
IDR570,601.60Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 16-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR57,584.61Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 18-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR73,842.56Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 20-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR62,829.11Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 26-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR177,368.99Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 4-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR172,019.60Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 6-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR238,100.30Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 6-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR64,717.13Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
Molex 8-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR281,629.65Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
RS PRO 10-Way IDC Connector Plug for Through Hole Mount, 2-Row
IDR43,634.24 -
RS PRO 10-Way IDC Connector Plug for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR6,083.62 -
RS PRO 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR35,767.49 -
RS PRO 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR43,319.57 -
RS PRO 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR43,319.57 -
RS PRO 14-Way IDC Connector Plug for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR72,478.99 -
RS PRO 14-Way IDC Connector Plug for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR36,816.39 -
RS PRO 14-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR43,319.57 -
RS PRO 14-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR43,634.24