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D Sub ConnectorsStandard and high-density D Sub plugs and sockets with machined and stamped contacts. |
Sub D Hoods & BackshellsMetal, metallised plastic (Metplas), and plastic hoods with 45°, 90° and straight |
Sub D KitsPre-matched connector and hood combinations supplied together for quicker assembly. |
Sub D AccessoriesComplete range of screwlocks, dust caps, hex nut spacers, mini gender changers, |
At Component Buddy, we offer high-quality Sub D connectors designed for reliable data and power transmission in a variety of applications, including telecommunications, computing, and industrial automation. Our selection includes both metal and plastic hoods to provide flexible options for different environments and requirements.
D Sub connectors, formally D-subminiature connectors, often written D-Sub or DSub, are multi-pin electrical connectors with a characteristic D-shaped metal shell that ensures correct mating orientation and provides electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. The D shape provides a mechanical key: a plug can only be inserted one way, eliminating wiring errors. They carry signal, data, and in some configurations power, across connections requiring secure mechanical retention and shielding in industrial, broadcast, medical, computing, and telecommunications applications. First standardised in the 1950s, D Sub connectors remain one of the most widely deployed connector interfaces in the world — particularly in industrial automation, legacy system maintenance, and test and measurement.
D Sub connectors are used across a broad range of industries wherever a secure, shielded, multi-pin connection is required. Common applications include:
Industrial automation and control panels: PLC I/O modules, servo drive interfaces, HMI connections, and instrumentation wiring
Test and measurement equipment: instrument front panels, data acquisition systems, signal generators, and bench equipment
Broadcast and professional AV: video routing matrices, audio mixing desks, satellite systems, and broadcast infrastructure
Telecommunications: DSL, ISDN, and analogue telephony equipment, rack-mounted switching systems
Medical and laboratory instruments: where shielded multi-pin connections with reliable retention are essential
With 71 products across four sub-categories, the fastest route to the right specification is a quick call. Tell us the shell size (DE, DB, DC etc.), density (standard or high), termination style (solder or crimp), contact type (machined or stamped), and whether you need a hood and accessories as well, and we’ll confirm the correct parts before you order. Our team has hands-on knowledge of the ITW McMurdo range and can advise on equivalents, replacements, and non-standard configurations. Call 01536 263411 or email buddy@componentbuddy.com. Average response: 45 minutes during business hours. Free UK delivery on all orders over £200.
Most metal hoods, including this one, are made from die-cast zinc alloy or other durable metals to ensure both mechanical strength and EMI shielding. These materials in a metal sub D hood offer robust protection against impact and environmental wear, ideal for professional installations.
Yes. For applications requiring electromagnetic shielding, shielded connectors and metal hoods should be used together. The conductive metal shell provides a grounded enclosure that helps prevent interference essential in data-critical or noisy environments.
Absolutely. This product is classified among industrial-grade metal hoods, built to perform in demanding conditions such as manufacturing floors, automation systems or high-vibration setups. The screw-together assembly ensures a secure connection even in rugged environments.
Proper installation of a metal sub D hood involves aligning the connector with the hood housing, fitting any strain relief brackets and securing the screws evenly. Always ensure that the cable fits through the exit properly and that any shielding braids make good contact with the metal shell for grounding purposes.
Yes. A well-fitted metal hood improves connector performance by reducing signal interference, increasing mechanical stability and extending the lifespan of the connection. In critical applications, this added reliability is often a requirement, not a luxury.
Sub D connectors are multi-pin electrical connectors used to carry signal, data, and power across secure, shielded multi-pin connections in industrial automation, test and measurement, broadcast, medical, aerospace, and computing applications. Their D-shaped metal shell provides EMI/RFI shielding and prevents incorrect mating. Common configurations include the 9-way DE (RS-232 serial), 15-way DA (game port, video), 25-way DB (parallel, RS-422), 37-way DC (industrial control), and 50-way DD (SCSI, complex wiring). High-density variants carry up to 78 contacts in the same shell footprint.
