D-Sub, D-Shaped Connector Terminators

D-sub connector terminators are used to terminate the end of a D-sub connector in order to prevent reflections and standing waves from occurring. This helps to improve the overall performance of the D-sub connector and the system it is used in. D-sub connectors are a type of electrical connector that are commonly used in a wide range of applications, including computer and networking equipment, industrial machinery, and test and measurement equipment. They are characterized by their D-shaped metal shells and multiple rows of pins or sockets. The number and arrangement of the pins or sockets varies depending on the specific type of D-sub connector.