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 – IDC’s 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 – IDC’s 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 DriveSSDsSmartphonesLaptopsRITS ConnectorsRITS (remote I/O terminal system) connectors are a type of printed circuit board connector that allows you to easily make connections using a generic tool and connector. The advantage of RITS connectors is that they save you a lot of time and effort, as other connections require greater precision and may need more preparation, such as stripping the wires before they can be connected.
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TE Connectivity 5-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR5,768.95 -
TE Connectivity 8-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR10,803.67 -
TE Connectivity 2-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR13,740.59 -
TE Connectivity 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR15,838.39 -
TE Connectivity 3-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR18,565.53Box (1 Box of 5) -
TE Connectivity 3-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR19,089.98 -
TE Connectivity 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR19,299.76 -
TE Connectivity 4-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR22,970.91 -
TE Connectivity 3-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR23,495.36Bag (1 Bag of 5) -
TE Connectivity MTA-156 Series 3.96mm Pitch Right Angle Cable Mount IDC Connector, Socket, 2 Way, 1 Row
IDR24,229.59Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
TE Connectivity 20-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR24,544.26 -
TE Connectivity 3-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR24,858.93Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
TE Connectivity MTA-156 Series 3.96mm Pitch Right Angle Cable Mount IDC Connector, Socket, 2 Way, 1 Row
IDR25,278.49Pack (1 Pack of 5) -
TE Connectivity 2-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR27,061.62Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
TE Connectivity 20-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR28,739.86 -
TE Connectivity 3-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 1-Row
IDR28,949.64Pack (1 Pack of 10) -
TE Connectivity 34-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR30,103.43 -
TE Connectivity 16-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR30,522.99 -
TE Connectivity 26-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR31,257.22 -
TE Connectivity 26-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR32,201.23 -
TE Connectivity 34-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR34,194.14 -
TE Connectivity 10-Way IDC Connector Socket for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR36,396.83 -
TE Connectivity 14-Way IDC Connector Plug for Cable Mount, 2-Row
IDR37,131.06 -
TE Connectivity MTA-156 Series 3.96mm Pitch Right Angle Cable Mount IDC Connector, Socket, 4 Way, 1 Row
IDR38,914.19Pack (1 Pack of 5)