Connector Basics: Three Types of Electrical Connectors

An electronic system is a hierarchical interconnection network that enables communication among different electronic devices. Several interconnects are required for the signal transmission and power distribution needed to ensure proper functioning of electronic devices. Electrical connectors are classified into three types based on their termination ends: board-to-board connectors, cable/wire-to-cable/wire connectors, and cable/wire-to-board connectors.