{"product_id":"dc-female-connector-cable-5-5x2-5mm-tinned-end-18awg-power-cord","title":"DC Female Connector Cable 5.5x2.5mm Tinned End 18AWG Power Cord","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDC Female Connector Cable — 5.5×2.5mm | 18AWG | Tinned Single-Head Power Cord\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your DC-powered devices properly connected with this reliable \u003cstrong\u003e5.5×2.5mm DC Female Connector Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring an 18AWG wire gauge and a tinned single-head end, this power cord is engineered for stable, low-resistance connections in electronics projects, DIY builds, CCTV setups, LED strips, router power supplies, and more. The pre-tinned wire end makes soldering or terminal connections clean, fast, and secure — no fraying, no guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDC Female Connector:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5mm outer diameter \/ 2.5mm inner pin — a widely compatible standard DC barrel size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18AWG Wire Gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles moderate current loads with low voltage drop, ideal for 12V–24V DC applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinned Wire End:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-tinned copper strands resist oxidation and ensure a strong, lasting connection when soldering or inserting into terminal blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Head Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e One female DC jack on one end, bare tinned wire on the other — perfect for custom wiring harnesses and DIY power distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible \u0026amp; Durable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible PVC insulation holds up to repeated bending without cracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with CCTV cameras, LED lighting, routers, CCTV power adapters, Arduino\/Raspberry Pi power supplies, and other DC-powered electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC Female (5.5mm OD \/ 2.5mm ID)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire Gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWire End:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinned (bare, pre-tinned copper)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single head (1× DC female jack + 1× tinned bare end)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e PVC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stranded copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCCTV \/ security camera power wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLED strip and panel power supply connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIY electronics and prototyping (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRouter, modem, and network equipment power runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCustom DC power distribution harnesses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor general guidance on safe wiring practices and electrical standards, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Power_over_Ethernet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePower over Ethernet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What DC connector size does this cable use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This cable features a standard \u003cstrong\u003e5.5mm outer diameter \/ 2.5mm inner pin DC female barrel connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most widely used DC jack sizes in consumer electronics, CCTV systems, LED drivers, and DIY power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the benefit of a tinned wire end?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The pre-tinned wire end means the stranded copper conductors are already coated with solder, which prevents oxidation, reduces contact resistance, and makes it significantly easier to solder the wire to a PCB, terminal block, or connector. It saves time and ensures a cleaner, more reliable join.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What current capacity does 18AWG support?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: An 18AWG wire is rated to carry approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.3–5A\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on insulation and installation conditions — sufficient for most DC-powered devices including CCTV cameras, LED strips, and low-power electronics running at 12V or 24V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can this cable be used with a 5.5×2.1mm connector?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The 5.5mm outer dimension is the same, but this cable has a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5mm inner pin\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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