What is retention force of connector

1. The definition of connector retention force

Connector holding force refers to the stability of the connector in the connection state, that is, after the connector plug is inserted into the connector jack, the contact state between the connector plug and the jack will not change under the case of external force. A good connector holding force can ensure that the connector will not loosen or disconnect during use, thus ensuring the normal operation of the equipment.

2. The influencing factors of connector retention force

The size of the connector retention force depends on the design of the connector itself and the impact of the use environment, which mainly includes the following aspects:

1). Contact area: The greater the contact area between the connector plug and the jack, the greater the connector holding force.

2). Contact force: A certain insertion force needs to be overcome when the connector plug is inserted into the jack, and a certain contact force needs to be reached after insertion to ensure the stability of the connector.

3). Material selection: The material selection of the connector also has a great impact on the retention force. Under normal circumstances, connector plugs and jacks will be made of metal materials, because metal materials have high strength and wear resistance.

4). Environmental factors: The environment also has a great impact on the retention of the connector. For example, if the connector is used in a humid environment, the stability of the connector may be affected.

3. The importance of connector retention force.

Connector retention is a very important indicator of the connector. If the connector loses the holding force, there will be problems such as unstable connection and disconnection, resulting in equipment failure or reduced failure rate. Therefore, when designing the connector, the holding force of the connector must be considered, and the connector must be tested in actual use to ensure that the connector has good holding force and stability.

4. Summary

Connector retention is an important indicator of the connector, which depends on the design of the connector itself and the impact of the use environment. A good connector holding force can ensure the normal operation of the equipment, so it must be fully considered and tested when designing the connector.