What is a 3 pin connector called?

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The three-pin version (non-PWM) is referred to by some computer technicians as a “TX3 connector,” but this is something of a misnomer (similar to the moniker “Molex connector,” referring to the once-common 4-pin ATX power connectors originally produced by AMP).

What are the Colours of a 3 pin plug?

Plug wiring colours

Wire	Colour
Live	Brown
Neutral	Blue
Earth	Yellow and Green

What is a 3 1 pin connector?

From what the Gamemax website shows, it appears these are 3-pin LED fans. That is, each fan has a cable of three wires ending in a female connector with three holes. The fan’s speed is controlled only by changing the Voltage supplied to them on Pin #2.

What is a cable plug called?

A connector attaches a cable to a port. A connector toward one side of a cable connects to a port on the framework unit, and a connector at the opposite end of the cable joins to a port on the fringe. An electronic connector used to associate two unique gadgets together, likewise known as plugs, interfaces or ports.

What do the colors of a 3 wire plug mean?

3 – Blue and Yellow Blue and yellow are usually live wires that are placed in conduits. They do not typically carry power directly to outlets. Yellow wires are usually switched legs for fans and light switches. Blue wires usually work as travelers for three-way and four-way switches.

What are the 3 electrical wires?

The electric power line enters our house through three wires- namely the live wire, the neutral wire and the earth wire.

Can 3 pins go into 4 pins?

Apparently a 3-pin fan can plug directly into a 4-pin socket. Two of the pins provide power to the fan, the 3rd provides an RPM pulse to the motherboard to read the speed. The 4th pin is for PWM speed control.

Can you plug 3 pin fan into 4 pin?

Please Note: You can connect a 3 Pin Fan to a 3 Pin or 4 Pin header on the motherboard. The fan will function normally no matter type of fan header is used.

How do you protect an extension cord from rain?

Use Cling Wrap Industrial strength pallet wrap is good way to weatherize your connections when using extension cords outside. Wrap the connection portion of the cords tightly, using as much of the plastic wrap as needed to keep out the water and prevent electric shock.