Description

A connector type with holes instead of pins. In the picture, the power cord connector (at left) is a female connector, and the wall socket connection (at right) is a “male” connector.

A female connector is a connector used for electrical, physical or data transfer. A female connector has one or more holes into which a male connector can attach its exposed plug-type conductor firmly for a reliable connection. Female connectors are recognized by their physical characteristics. When the male connector has been removed, a female connector’s conductor is not exposed like that of a male connector, and can not come into accidental contact with objects.
Some of the most commonly found examples of female connectors are standard electrical outlets as well as phone and Ethernet jacks.

What is the difference between male and female connectors?

A male connector is commonly referred to as a plug and has a solid pin for a center conductor. A female connector is commonly referred to as a jack and has a center conductor with a hole in it to accept the male pin.