right-angle connector
[/raɪt ˈæŋɡəl kəˈnɛktər/]
nounpl: right-angle connectors
conector em ângulo reto
1. An electrical or mechanical connector that joins two cables, wires, or components at a 90-degree angle rather than in line
The right-angle connector allows the cable to fit into tight spaces without bending sharply.
O conector em ângulo reto permite que o cabo se encaixe em espaços apertados sem fazer uma curva acentuada.
2. A hardware component used in plumbing, electronics, or mechanical assemblies to change the direction of flow or connection by exactly 90 degrees
We installed a right-angle connector on the water pipe to redirect it along the wall.
Instalamos um conector em ângulo reto no tubo de água para redirecioná-lo ao longo da parede.
Right-angle connectors are essential components in both North American and Brazilian industrial, electronic, and plumbing sectors. In Brazil, they are commonly found in construction and electronics manufacturing. The term is standardized across technical fields, though casual users might refer to it as 'conector em L' (L-connector) due to its distinctive shape. In the USA, these connectors are ubiquitous in both professional and consumer electronics applications.
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