The 1x1 of DuPont connectors explains the most important basics:
1. What are DuPont connectors?
- Small connectors with 2.54 mm pitch (distance between pins/sockets).
- Consist of plastic housing and metal contacts.
2. Types of DuPont connectors
- Male : With pins that plug into sockets.
- Female : With sockets for pins.
- Cable variants : Single or multiple cables bundled (e.g. 2-, 3-, 4-pin plugs).
3. Cable types
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Jumper cable : With ready-made DuPont connectors on both ends.
- Male-to-Male : connection of pins (e.g. breadboard).
- Male-to-Female : Connection from pin to socket.
- Female-to-Female : Connection from female to female.
4. Applications
- Breadboards : Prototyping without soldering.
- Microcontroller projects : Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32.
- Sensors & Modules : Flexible connections.
- Signal transmission : data or current between components.
5. Advantages
- Easy pluggability
- Cost-effective
- Versatile and reusable
- Ideal for prototypes and DIY projects
6. Special features
- Pitch : 2.54 mm – standard for many electronic components.
- Combinations : Several DuPont connectors can be combined to form multi-pin connections.
Note : DuPont connectors are universal , easy to use and a basic tool in electronics and robotics !