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We use jack connectors every day. They let us listen to music from mobile devices, PCs and consoles. The jack standard has been in use since as early as the 19th century — its first application was in manual telephone exchange systems. Currently, cables with jack connectors are one of the main methods used to send uninterrupted analogue sound signals by wire. There are many kinds of jack connectors. TME offers a wide selection of plugs and sockets.
The main attribute that separates jack connectors is their type: “male” and “female”. Each male connector has a distinct pin. Those pins might all look identical at a glance, but it’s the small differences like number of rings or diameter that decide the use of each connector. Female connectors – or jack sockets – used to insert male jack connectors are similar in this regard. You should also pay attention to their size and mounting method – they can be surface-mounted (SMT) or through-hole mounted (THT).
Jack connectors can be categorised by the number of rings:
When choosing a jack connector, pay attention to their diameter. There are four sizes:
Since jack connectors have become extremely popular, devices that let you combine connection are becoming more common. Combining connections lets you send signals to or from a device without having the right connector. A whole range of adapters has been created, including the jack-USB adapter that lets you e.g. connect gaming headphones to your smartphone. Male and female jack-jack connectors are also worth mentioning. Using those connectors, you can create makeshift extension cords. This can prove particularly useful for concert audio systems.
Another interesting choice is the single female, double male adapter that lets you connect a microphone and headphones to one cable. It has become essential for all kinds of gaming headsets.
Many suppliers offer different kinds of jack connectors. However, you should always pay attention to the cable quality (e.g. if it’s in a braid) as well as the material of plugs and sockets. That will greatly affect the sound quality and the device’s durability. Jack connectors available at TME are made of high quality copper, but we can also personalise orders in accordance with our customers’ needs. Plugs can be gold-plated or made of aluminium.
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