Free Hanging, Panel MountFree hanging, panel mount connectors are a type of rectangular connector that are used to connect electronic devices to a panel or enclosure. These connectors are called "free hanging" because they are not attached to the panel or enclosure, and they are called "panel mount" because they are designed to be mounted on the panel or enclosure.
Free hanging, panel mount connectors are commonly used in applications where a removable or detachable connection is required, such as in test and measurement equipment, industrial control systems, and audio/video equipment. They are also used in many other applications, such as in automotive systems and medical devices. Free hanging, panel mount connectors are available in a variety of sizes and styles, each of which is designed for a specific type of application or panel layout.
Free hanging, panel mount connectors typically consist of two parts: the male connector, which is mounted on the panel or enclosure, and the female connector, which is attached to the device. The male connector has a set of pins or sockets that are designed to mate with the corresponding pads or sockets on the female connector. When the two connectors are mated, they create a reliable and secure electrical connection between the device and the panel or enclosure.