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	DB15

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	Gender Gender

Female

Male

	Wire Connection Type Wire Connection Type

Crimp On

Screw-Clamp Terminals

Solder

Terminal Block

Wire Leads

	Shape Shape


90° Elbow	Straight

	Type Type


Adapter	Plug

Socket

	Shielding Shielding

	Shielded
	Unshielded
	Double Shielded

	For Wire Gauge For Wire Gauge

30
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
26-20
30-20

	Connection Type Connection Type

	Computer

	Housing Material Housing Material

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

RoHS Compliant with
Exemptions

	Application Application

Data

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Mounting Location Mounting Location

Circuit Board

Panel

	Color Color

	Beige		Black
	Blue		Gray

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Housing Finish Housing Finish

Nickel Plated

Tin Plated

Zinc Plated

	Voltage Voltage

250V AC

1,000V AC

500V DC

	End Type End Type

	Plug
	Socket

	Length Length

	Circuit Board Mounting Orientation Circuit Board Mounting Orientation

Horizontal

Vertical

	Protections Provided Protections Provided

EMI

RFI

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

UL 94 V-0

UL 94

	Maximum Temperature Maximum Temperature

100° to 249° F

Not Rated

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D-Sub Connectors

Straight

90° Elbow

DB15

Assemble DB and HD connectors to replace worn out connectors.

Shielded connectors prevent electromagnetic interference.

Connectors with a terminal block wire connection have a contact point inside each hole to create a connection without the need for solder or crimping tools.

Connectors with wire leads come with cable already attached. Each wire lead is a separate color for easy identification and they are labeled with the pin that they are connected to. Those with DB9, DB15, and DB25 connections are RS-232, so they transmit data between computers and equipment. The thumb screws on these connectors have slots so they can be tightened with a screwdriver in tight spaces.

90° elbow connectors sit flush against equipment to fit in tight spaces.

Crimpers (sold separately) are required for wire installation for crimp-on connectors. They ratchet to ensure the correct pressure is applied to every crimp.

Use extraction tools (sold separately) to remove the pins after crimping.

Straight Connectors—Solder Connection

		DB15
For Wire Gauge	Housing Material		Each
Unshielded Plug
30-20	Plastic	0000000	00000
Unshielded Socket
30-20	Plastic	0000000	0000
Shielded Plug
30-20	Nickel-Plated Zinc	0000000	0000
Shielded Socket
30-20	Nickel-Plated Zinc	0000000	0000

Straight Connectors—Crimp-On Connection

		DB15
For Wire Gauge	Housing Material		Each
Unshielded Plug
28-24	Plastic	00000000	00000
Unshielded Socket
28-24	Plastic	00000000	0000
Shielded Plug
28-24	Nickel-Plated Zinc	00000000	00000
Shielded Socket
28-24	Nickel-Plated Zinc	00000000	00000

Ratcheting Crimper for DB9, DB15, DB25, and DB37 Straight Crimp-On Connectors	Each	0000000
Extraction Tool for DB9, DB15, DB25, and DB37 Straight Crimp-On Connectors	Each	00000
Replacement Pins for DB9, DB15, DB25, and DB37 Straight Crimp-On Plugs (Pkg. of 50)	Pkg.	00000
Replacement Sleeves for DB9, DB15, DB25, and DB37 Straight Crimp-On Sockets (Pkg. of 50)	Pkg.	00000

Straight Connectors—Terminal Block Connection

		DB15
For Wire Gauge	Housing Material		Each
Unshielded Plug
28-24	Plastic	00000000	000000
Unshielded Socket
28-24	Plastic	00000000	00000

Straight Connectors—Wire Leads Connection

				DB15
Wire Lead Gauge	Cable OD	Cable Lead Lg., ft.	Housing Material		Each
Shielded Plug
28	0.24"	5	Plastic	00000000	000000
28	0.24"	10	Plastic	00000000	00000
28	0.24"	25	Plastic	00000000	00000
Shielded Socket
28	0.24"	5	Plastic	00000000	00000
28	0.24"	10	Plastic	00000000	00000
28	0.24"	25	Plastic	00000000	00000

90° Elbow Connectors—Solder Connection

		DB15
For Wire Gauge	Housing Material		Each
Shielded Plug
28-20	Nickel-Plated Zinc	00000000	000000
Shielded Socket
28-20	Nickel-Plated Zinc	00000000	00000

90° Elbow Connectors—Crimp-On Connection

		DB15
For Wire Gauge	Housing Material		Each
Shielded Plug
28-24	Nickel-Plated Zinc	00000000	000000
Shielded Socket
28-24	Nickel-Plated Zinc	00000000	00000

Panel-Mount D-Sub Connectors

Plug

Socket

DB15

Create D-sub connection points in panels, cases, and enclosure walls. These connectors are often used in applications involving monitoring, control, and communication. They have screw terminals for connections, eliminating the need for solder or crimping tools.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

	For Panel Cutout				DB15
For Wire Gauge	Height	Width	For Maximum Panel Thickness	Mounting Fasteners Included		Each
Screw-Clamp Terminals
Shielded Plug
26-20	0.45"	1.13"	0.062"	Yes	0000000	000000
Shielded Socket
26-20	0.45"	1.13"	0.062"	Yes	0000000	00000

Circuit Board D-Sub Connectors

Add a D-sub connection to a printed circuit board (PCB). These connectors are often used in applications involving monitoring, control, and communication. All meet UL 94 V-0 flame retardant standards for self-extinguishing if a fire takes place.

90° elbow connectors have board locks to secure connectors against circuit boards for stable soldering

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Straight Connectors

Straight

DB15

			DB15
Housing Material	Color	Circuit Board Connection Type		Each
Solder and Terminal Block
Unshielded Plug
Zinc-Plated Steel	Blue	Solder	0000000	00000
Unshielded Socket
Zinc-Plated Steel	Blue	Solder	0000000	0000

90° Elbow Connectors

90° Elbow

DB15

			DB15
Housing Material	Color	Circuit Board Connection Type		Each
Solder and Terminal Block
Unshielded Plug
Zinc-Plated Steel	Black	Solder	0000000	00000
Unshielded Socket
Zinc-Plated Steel	Black	Solder	0000000	0000

Filtered D-Sub Connectors

Plug

Socket

DB15

With a ferrite filter block surrounding their contacts, these connectors control and reduce the electromagnetic (EMI) and radio frequency (RFI) interference traveling through them. They have solder cup terminals that hold wire leads in place when you’re soldering them, helping you create a stable connection.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

			Mounting Holes			DB15
For Wire Gauge	Interference Reduction @ Frequency	Housing Material	Number of	Diameter, mm	Specifications Met		Each
Solder
Shielded Plug
20	4 dB @ 1 GHz	Tin-Plated Steel	2	3	UL 94 V-0	0000000	00000
Shielded Socket
20	4 dB @ 1 GHz	Tin-Plated Steel	2	3	UL 94 V-0	0000000	0000

Washdown D-Sub Connectors

Designed to withstand washdown and outdoor environments, these connectors have a seal to block out water and debris. They also have solder cup terminals that hold wire leads in place when you’re soldering them, creating more secure connections than standard solder terminals.

Backshell connectors have an adjustable locknut with a rubber gasket to seal connections on a range of cable diameters.

Use optional covers on panel-mount connectors to protect them from water and debris when they’re not in use.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Straight Backshell Connectors

Backshell Plug

Backshell Socket

DB15

Solder
Computer Connection Type	For Wire Gauge	For Cable OD	Housing Material	Seal Material	Color	Features	Environmental Rating		Each
Unshielded Plug
DB15	30-20	0.24"-0.39"	ABS Plastic	Nylon Plastic	Black	Adjustable Locknut, Rubber Gasket	IP67	0000000	000000
Unshielded Socket
DB15	30-20	0.24"-0.39"	ABS Plastic	Nylon Plastic	Black	Adjustable Locknut, Rubber Gasket	IP67	0000000	00000

Straight Panel Mount Connectors

Panel Mount Plug

Panel Mount Socket

DB15

Port Cover

Connectors
		For Panel Cutout									Covers
Computer Connection Type	For Wire Gauge	Ht.	Wd.	For Max. Panel Thick.	Housing Material	Seal Material	Color	Environmental Rating		Each		Each
Solder
Unshielded Plug
DB15	30-20	0.45"	1.13"	0.078"	Nickel-Plated Steel	Silicone Rubber	Black	IP67	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
Unshielded Socket
DB15	30-20	0.45"	1.13"	0.078"	Nickel-Plated Steel	Silicone Rubber	Black	IP67	0000000	00000	0000000	00000

Computer Adapters

Adapt connections to attach cords to a computer.

DB15 Female × DB15 Female

Features		Each
Compact Housing	0000000	00000

DB15 Male × DB15 Male

Features		Each
Compact Housing	0000000	00000

D-Sub Cords

Connect computers, monitors, printers, and other devices with DB connections.

RS-232 cords transmit data between a modem and another device, such as a computer.

Shielded cords have foil to prevent signal interference from nearby devices. Use them in settings with low to moderate signal interference, such as labs, storage facilities, and offices.

Double-shielded cords have braid and foil for better protection against signal interference than shielded cords. However, the extra shielding adds diameter and reduces flexibility. They’re used in steel mills, machine tool plants, and other heavy processing facilities.

Cords with reversible mounting hardware have removable thumb screws to enable a wider range of mounting options than other cords. Mount them to ports and adapters, as well as directly into panels.

DB15 Plug × DB15 Plug

DB15

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	000000
RS-232—Double Shielded
1	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
2 1/2	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Gray	0000000	00000
15	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	000000

DB15 Plug × DB15 Socket

DB15

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
RS-232—Double Shielded
1	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
2 1/2	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Gray	0000000	00000
15	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	000000

DB15 Socket × DB15 Socket

Reversible Mounting Hardware

DB15

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Features	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000