Understanding RCA Connectors: Types, Uses, and Popular Products
July 13,2025
RCA connectors are among of the most ubiquitous audio and video connectors found in home entertainment systems, automotive stereos, and even professional audio sets. If you’ve ever connected a DVD player to a television, a gaming console to a monitor, or speakers to an amplifier, you’ve probably used an RCA connector.
1.What is an RCA Connector?
An RCA connector, often known as a phono or audio connector, is a type of electrical connector that transmits audio and video information.The name RCA is derived from the Radio Corporation of America, which popularized it in the 1940s for use in phonographs and early televisions.
RCA connectors are normally made up of a cylindrical metal plug (male) and a corresponding socket (female), with a central pin for the signal and an outer ring for ground. They are typically color-coded to indicate their use, with red and white (or black) for audio (left and right channels) and yellow for composite video.
2.Popular RCA Connector Products
RCA connectors are still a popular choice for audio and video signal transmission due to its dependability, adaptability, and convenience of use. Our RCA connectors are suitable for a variety of applications and configurations, including professional AV equipment, consumer electronics, and RF communication systems.
2.1 RCA Lotus Solder Female Audio Video Connector
3.5mm welding connector with gold-plated protective layer, metal substance, and a rigorous inspection process. Suitable for audio and video signal connection of audio, PC, DVD, smartphone, mixer, and so on. 3.5mm, three-level terminal
Product Model:
RCA Lotus Solder Female – Red Gold Plated
RCA Lotus Solder Female – Black Gold Plated
Plating Process: Gold Plated
Contact Life: Standard
Mounting Type: Solder
2.2 High-Quality RCA Male to Female Splitter Cables (1 to 2 / 1 to 3)
We offer a wide range of RCA male-to-female connectors, including:
- RCA male toRCA male connector
- RCA male to dual RCA female connector
- RCA male to dual RCA male connector
- RCA female to dual RCA male connector
- RCA male to triple RCA female connector
- RCA male to triple RCA male connector
- RCA female to triple RCA male connector
All cables are composed of RG316 coaxial cable and come in lengths ranging from 0.1 to 10 meters. Each cable has 7×0.175mm silver-plated copper-clad steel conductors, PTFE dielectric insulation, and silver-plated copper braided shielding. These high-quality materials provide great flexibility and signal integrity even in high-frequency conditions, making them perfect for professional audio-visual and RF applications.
Product parameters:
Available lengths: 0.1m – 10m
Conductor specification: 7 strands × 0.175mm
Cable type: RG316 coaxial
Conductor material: Silver-plated copper-clad steel
Shielding: Silver-plated copper braid
Insulation material: PTFE dielectric
Jacket color: Brown
2.3 RCA 3-Way Y-Splitter Adapter (1 Male to 2 Female)
We offer the following products to meet your installation needs:
- RCA 1 Male to 2 Female – F-type, T-type, and Y-type
- RCA Male to Female – L-type
All adapters feature standardized interface design for plug-and-play use. They provide tight and secure connections, ensuring stable signal transmission without loosening.
Product parameters:
2.4 RCA AV Sockets – Single or Quad Port (3-Pin)
Commonly used in TVs, DVD players, amplifiers, car audio systems, set-top boxes, and other wireless devices. These AV sockets can be directly mounted on circuit boards and offer reliable contact performance.
Available products:
- Single AV Socket – White
- Single AV Socket – Red
- Single AV Socket – Yellow
- Quad AV Socket – Black
Product Specifications:
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
- Rated Load: 500.2 VA
- Insertion Force: 10–30 N
- Rated Current: 0.2 A
- Rated Voltage: 50 V (DC)
- Contact resistance: 0.2A
- Connection force: 3~30N
- Separation force: 3~30N
- Contact Resistance: ≤ 0.02 Ω (normal condition)
- Insulation Resistance:
– 100 MΩ (normal/high temperature)
– 10 MΩ (under humidity)
- Test Voltage: 500 V/min
- Mechanical Life: 5000 cycles
- Operating Environment: 0°C to +55°C
- Relative Humidity: up to 95% @ 40°C
- Atmospheric Pressure: 86–106 KPa
- Vibration: 10–500 Hz, amplitude 0.35 mm
- Impact: acceleration up to 10 g
2.5 BNC to RCA Converters
For users who require interoperability between BNC and RCA interfaces, we offer:
- BNC Female to RCA Male (RCA Lotus) Connector
- BNC Male to RCA Male (RCA Lotus) Connector
- BNC Male to RCA Female (RCA Lotus) Connector
These adapters are ideal for professional video and signal conversion setups.
Product Specifications:
2.6 RCA Press-Type AV Connectors – Male & Female
Available in solder-free and press-fit versions, suitable for security systems, surveillance equipment, and A/V input/output connections.
Solder-Free RCA AV Connectors:
- RCA Female – Black/Green
- RCA Male– Black/Green
Product Specifications:
- Polarity: Positive/Negative marked with green PVC indicator
- Plastic Material: Flame-retardant, anti-UV, anti-oxidation, anti-aging PVC
- Contact Material: Pure Copper
- Connection Type: solder-free crimping wire locking screw terminal
Press-Fit RCA AV Connectors:
- RCA Female – Red/Black
- RCA Male – Red/Black
Product Specifications:
Polarity: Clearly marked with color-coded indicators
Plastic Material: Flame-retardant, anti-UV, anti-oxidation, anti-aging PVC
Contact Material: Male – Pure Copper, Female – Iron Alloy
Connection Type: press-type
3.FAQs (Answers in 1 Sentence!)
Q: What is an RCA connector?
A: An RCA connector is a common audio/video connector with a cylindrical plug and socket, used to transmit signals between devices like TVs, stereos, and speakers.
Q: How can I fix a broken RCA connector?
A: Replace the damaged end with a new RCA female connector (such as our gold-plated RCA lotus soldering female connector) and solder or fasten it for a repair.
Q: Which color RCA connector transmits a digital signal?
A: Digital audio signals are often carried by orange or black RCA connections, though color coding varies by device.
Q: How to wire an RCA connector?
A: Strip the cable, solder the core to the central pin, connect the shielding to the outer ring, and fasten with hardware (our RCA Lotus soldering plugs make this easier).
Q: Where to buy RCA connectors?
A: You can buy high-quality RCA connectors (including male-to-male cables, adapters, and splitters) from our range, We accept customized requirements.
Q: Why choose gold-plated RCA connectors?
A: Gold-plated RCA connectors resist corrosion, ensure better conductivity, and maintain stable signal transmission (our RCA female connectors feature this).
Q: Are solder-free RCA connectors easy to install?
A: Yes, our solderless RCA press-fit connectors are designed for quick and secure installation with screw or push terminals.
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