Type/family
The type refers to a specific version or variant of a product or component within a product family. The type defines key technical characteristics such as dimensions, materials, contact geometries, electrical parameters, and functional properties. The type designation is typically part of the part number and enables clear classification within the product portfolio as well as efficient communication between development, production, and the customer.
FAQ
Types differ, for example, in length, diameter, tip style, spring force, or plating.
Not necessarily—the type/family describes the model, while the part number serves as a unique order reference.
A series describes a higher-level product family with common basic characteristics. A type/family, on the other hand, is a specific variant within this series that differs in terms of specific technical features.
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