Rectangular Connectors

If you’re on the lookout for rectangular connectors to add to your kit, you’re in luck. From rectangular connector housing pieces to plug inserts, gaskets, and heavy-duty items, we have everything you’ll need for your job right here.

Whether you’re in the market for a 6 pin rectangular connector, hood and housing parts, or even terminal housings, our rectangular connectors from leading brands are in stock and ready to ship today to help you get the job done.

What is a rectangular power connector?

Engineered to optimize signal integrity in applications with limited internal space, rectangular connectors are manufactured in a range of materials. From molded plastic to alloy, they’re used for reliable wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connections.

When it comes to any kind of electronics, power is essential. A rectangular power connector acts as the vital link between a device and its source of power. In a range of shapes and sizes to match your application, power connectors can carry either alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC).

At RS, we stock a wide range of rectangular connectors and accessories, so you can find the pieces you’re looking for ready for your next job.

Socket Inserts

These are well suited to the industrial environment and give you a safe, removable electrical connection. Usually found in protected electrical areas such as a control box or outdoor application, they can accommodate, signal, and power circuits along with fiber optic or compressed air lines in a single connector.

Housings

Whether you’re looking for a soft or hard-shell rectangular power connector housing, we have them all here. The softer housings are ideal for wire-to-wire and wire-to-board applications where there is an element of design flexibility needed, while the harder housings are perfect for mechanical and electrical protection in demanding environments.

Spacers

Simply put, spacers allow the integration of multiple connectors into a single unit. This significantly reduces the overall space requirements.

Male and Female Connector Contacts

These are pins or sockets that are part of the connector’s conductive portion used to transfer electricity. They’re required so your rectangular connectors can perform within the rated voltage and current specifications, environmental conditions, and mechanical and physical loads.

What are the different types of rectangular connectors?

While there are only two main categories of rectangular connectors, there are numerous types that fall under each category. They are differentiated in a number of ways, namely by level, function, and termination.

AC connectors

AC connectors are mainly used to connect equipment to a wall outlet to power the device. Power plugs are for standard size devices, while industrial AC power plugs are large electrical connectors for larger industrial applications.

DC connectors

Unlike AC connectors, DC connectors are not standardized, and primarily supply smaller electronic devices with power. Because there are different standards of DC plugs, it’s important to use compatible variants.

How does a rectangular power connector work?

A power connector completes a circuit by joining an electrical component to its power source. Where consumer electronics are concerned, the connector is usually the junction where the product plugs in to a battery or power source in the wall.

When speaking about electrical components from a commercial perspective, however, there are generally specific types of rectangular power connectors that are being discussed. These power connectors have properties that make them suitable for specific uses and, very importantly for industrial applications, for usage under very trying conditions.

Some types of rectangular connectors carry both power and data, but power connectors have a more specialized purpose – they allow electronics to operate.

Why choose RS for your rectangular connectors and accessories?

As a leading supplier of electronic goods, we stock a whole host of connectors from leading manufacturers including HARTING, TE Connectivity, Molex Incorporated, and our own brand RS PRO. We’re one of North America’s largest distributors of electronic equipment and can guarantee that products meet the highest industry standards.

You can search our vast selection of rectangular power connectors by the most popular, by manufacturer, or by price. If you already know which connector you require, you can enter the product name or number in the search bar.

If you have any questions or can’t find what you’re looking for, get in touch and speak to one of our friendly advisers today. Need more information? Check out our expert content hub for more help and advice.