Connectors For Data Acquisition And Control Instrumentation

By David Pike

Data Acquisition (DAQ) and control instrumentation systems are crucial for transforming real-world signals into usable digital data across all industries, from smart factories to automotive test labs. While sensors and processors are important, the reliability of connectors is equally critical to ensuring the integrity of every signal.

As systems become faster, smaller, and more complex, connectors face increasing challenges. They must maintain signal quality in high-speed applications by employing impedance matching and shielding to prevent errors from mismatch or crosstalk. The trend toward miniaturization demands high circuit counts in tight spaces without compromising performance.