DC power jack connectors

PCB mounted DC power jack connectors are small cylindrical or square connectors with a central metal pin, the DC power jack comes in a variety of sizes to suit different plug connectors; DC power jack/connector. This is a common barrel-type power jack for DC wall supplies.

Features and Benefits:

• A range of power ratings

• Orientation on the PCB - Vertical and Horizontal

• PCB mount type - Thru Hole and SMT

These DC power jack connectors are normally used in an input/output function on handheld equipment. It was mounted on a PCB and through a panel cut out to allow connection to a power supply.

The DC power jack is mounted on the product to be powered, the mating cylindrical plug is usually mounted on a cable assembly connected to a power supply.

DC power Jacks contain a normally closed contact, which can be used to disconnect internal batteries whenever the power supply is connected, avoiding the risk of battery leakage or explosion posed by incorrect recharging of the batteries.