Glossary
Connector
A plug or a Receptacle used to terminate or connect the electrical conductors of a Cable and its individual wires. This device provides a means to continue or terminate conductors to a mating connector, which may be mounted on electrical equipment panels, thru bulkheads, printed circuit boards, etc.
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