USB-C Panel Mount Cable
Put a USB-C connection where your equipment needs it. The BC-DAC026 series combines a screw-mounted USB-C female port with nine internal connection arrangements for enclosures, workstations, and equipment panels.
- USB-C male, USB-C female, USB-A male, 20-pin header, and Type-E internal connector options.
- Straight, angled, and U-shaped USB-C male versions.
- Lengths: 0.3m, 0.6m, 1m and 1.8m; black PVC molding and jacket.
- Applicable USB-C configurations: up to 10Gbps data, 60W (20V/3A), and 4K at 60Hz with a suitable complete connection.
- USB-A and motherboard-header versions require interface-specific data and power review; a USB-C socket does not add PD or video capability.
Send the internal port details, panel drawing, and required functions for a configuration-specific quotation.
USB-C Panel Mount Specifications and Interface Selection
USB-C Panel Mount Cable for Enclosures and Equipment Panels
A panel-mounted socket makes a connection accessible without leaving a loose cable end outside the enclosure. The BC-DAC026 series offers nine configurations, from straight and angled USB-C connections to USB-A and motherboard-header arrangements. Choose the internal interface first, then match the mounting geometry and cable route to the equipment.
Match the Internal Interface Before Selecting the Cable
| Configuration | Model | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Straight USB-C male to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-S | Internal socket clearance and required operating mode |
| Right-angle USB-C male to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-LR | Side exit direction and neighboring connectors |
| Up-angle USB-C male to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-DU | Bend plane relative to the installed port |
| U-shaped USB-C male to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-U | Device-edge clearance and return path |
| USB-C female to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-FS | Internal mating cable and total connection length |
| Panel USB-C female at both ends | BC-DAC026-FF | Both panel interfaces and cables attached at each end |
| USB-A male to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-U3 | USB-A host capability and intended downstream device |
| 20-pin header to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-20 | Board header pinout, keying and supported USB mode |
| Type-E connector to panel USB-C female | BC-DAC026-EC | Internal front-panel USB header specification |
This table routes you to a configuration; connector shape alone is not a compatibility guarantee. Type-E here means an internal USB front-panel connector, not an AC power socket.
Specifications and Interface-Dependent Performance
| Item | Series information |
|---|---|
| Panel interface | USB-C female with screw-mount features |
| Cable lengths | 0.3m, 0.6m, 1m and 1.8m |
| Molding and jacket | Black PVC |
| Connector shells | Gold plated |
| Applicable USB-C data configuration | Up to 10Gbps, USB 3.2 Gen 2; confirm the selected assembly and complete connection |
| Applicable USB-C power rating | 60W at 20V/3A; not a 5A series |
| Applicable USB-C video configuration | Up to 4K at 60Hz with a video-capable source, receiving equipment, and a suitable cable path |
| USB-A / 20-pin / Type-E versions | Data and available power depend on the actual host or motherboard interface; do not assume USB-C PD or native video |
| Panel geometry and hardware | Confirm cutout, hole spacing, panel thickness, and fixing details against the selected drawing |
The advertised USB-C data, charging, and display capabilities aren’t universal across all nine connector arrangements, and they don’t guarantee simultaneous maximum performance in every installation. A passive cable does not add a controller, create a PD supply, or turn a data-only header into a video source.
Plan the Front and Rear of the Panel Together
The front needs room for the external plug and for the user to handle it. Behind the panel, allow for the connector housing, screws, cable exit, and a relaxed bend. A compact front opening can still need substantial rear clearance, especially beside another socket or a removable cover.
Use the selected assembly drawing before machining the panel. Agree the panel material and thickness, fastener type, and installation instructions with the hardware specification. Do not substitute a generic cutout, torque, or bend-radius value for the drawing of the actual component.
Select a Direct Cable or a Pass-Through Arrangement
A male-ended cable can connect directly to a suitable internal socket. Choose the straight version when the route is open, or an angled version when a cover or neighboring connector controls the exit direction. Mark the installed viewing direction on a photo to avoid left/right ambiguity.
A female-to-female arrangement provides a separate internal mating cable, which can help with service planning. It also adds connection points to the complete path. Include both external and internal cables when checking total length and function. If you don’t need a panel socket, our USB Type-C extension cables offer free-ended connection options.
Review Motherboard and USB-A Versions Separately
For the 20-pin version, supply the board manual or header drawing rather than only a photograph of the socket. Confirm keying, pin assignment, supported USB generation, and power budget. The cable plugs into a matching header; the connector is not a substitute for a verified board-level interface.
For Type-E, identify the exact internal front-panel header and its supported mode. For USB-A, identify the host port and downstream device. Do not order either configuration assuming the panel socket provides the same charging or video functions as a full-featured USB-C source.
OEM Quotation and Sample Approval
Send the preferred model, panel drawing, internal port reference, cable length, quantity, and required data, charging, or display function. Include labeling, kit-packing, and any environmental requirements. We can review the assembly against those requirements before confirming a sample and production specification.
For kiosks, test fixtures and equipment enclosures, check the sample in the actual panel with adjacent plugs and covers fitted. Screw mounting secures the socket to the panel; it does not, by itself, provide waterproofing, vibration qualification, or a locking connection to the external plug. Those needs require a separately agreed construction and verification plan.
For other end combinations, compare our USB-C cable range. A drawing and a short description of the equipment are often more useful than a long list of assumed connector features.
Nine Panel-Mount Connection Options
Start with the connector inside your enclosure. Then choose the housing direction, panel arrangement, and length. USB-A and motherboard-header versions have different capability limits than USB-C-to-USB-C configurations.
P/N: BC-DAC026-S
Connect a panel-mounted USB-C socket to an internal USB-C port with a straight male plug. This layout suits an open rear route, allowing the housing and cable to extend away from the device. Confirm the intended function (data, charging, or display) across the entire connection.
P/N: BC-DAC026-LR
Use the right-angle USB-C male end to route the internal cable beside the port. Check the bend direction against neighboring plugs and enclosure walls. A marked equipment photo helps us review the orientation, while the screw-mounted female end establishes the accessible panel connection.
P/N: BC-DAC026-DU
The up-angle male connector offers a different exit plane for routing behind the panel. Review it with the equipment installed, including removable covers. Select this model by its drawing and routing, rather than assuming any 90-degree USB-C connector will fit.
P/N: BC-DAC026-U
A U-shaped USB-C male end brings the cable back alongside the connected device. Check the return gap and device-edge thickness before selecting this compact route. The panel end remains a screw-mounted USB-C female socket; leave access for its external plug and mounting hardware.
P/N: BC-DAC026-FS
Choose a panel-mount connector with a free USB-C female end when the internal connection will use a separate mating cable. Include that cable in the length and performance review. Plan support for the internal joint so service access does not create a hanging connection.
P/N: BC-DAC026-FF
Mount a USB-C female socket at each end of an enclosure-to-enclosure route. Review both panel drawings and the mating cables on either side. This female-to-female assembly provides a physical pass-through arrangement, not a hub or a guarantee that two arbitrary USB-C devices can communicate.
P/N: BC-DAC026-U3
Connect an internal USB-A host port to a panel-mounted USB-C female socket for a reviewed downstream-device arrangement. Available data and power remain limited by the USB-A interface. This version does not add USB-C PD negotiation or native DisplayPort video merely by changing the accessible socket.
P/N: BC-DAC026-20
Bring a compatible motherboard USB header to a panel-mounted USB-C socket. Supply the board model or header drawing so that keying and pin assignments can be checked before ordering. Data rate and available power follow the board interface; do not select this version as a universal video or PD cable.
P/N: BC-DAC026-EC
Use the Type-E internal connector with a matching front-panel USB header to create a screw-mounted USB-C access point. Confirm the motherboard header specification, routing clearance, and required function. Type-E identifies the internal USB connection here; it is unrelated to a European mains-power socket.
Review the Mounting Geometry Before Machining
The straight USB-C male version connects an internal socket to a screw-mounted female access point. Check the panel fixing positions, rear housing clearance, and cable route together; the front socket is only one part of the installation.
Send your panel thickness, available space, and internal port location. We can review the cable arrangement before you commit to a production quantity. Obtain the approved assembly drawing before machining the panel.
Use the approved drawing for the selected mount, including hole spacing, cutout, panel thickness, and fixing details. Send your panel material and thickness for review before machining. A generic dimension from a similar socket is not a reliable reference for manufacturing.
Screw mounting alone does not establish sealing, temperature, or vibration performance. For a vehicle, outdoor, or exposed installation, provide the environmental and qualification requirements. Agree on a suitable construction and test scope rather than infer it from the mounting screws.
Send the required length, measurement reference, tolerance, and quantity, along with any labeling or kit-packing request. We will review these against the selected interface and operating mode. A change in length may require a new complete-connection check before we approve production.
No. These screws attach the female socket assembly to the panel. A conventional external USB-C plug still uses its mating interface. If the plug itself must be screw-locked, specify matching locking hardware at the equipment and cable ends.
Provide the model, panel drawing, internal connector reference, required length, quantity, and intended functions. Include photos of tight clearances and any labeling needs. Agree on the mechanical and functional acceptance criteria before approving a sample for repeat manufacture.
Isolate equipment power before internal installation. Prepare and deburr the panel per the approved drawing, use the specified fixing hardware, and support the cable without pinching. Follow the equipment instructions for internal headers. After assembly, check fit, device detection, and the required data, power, or display function with the intended mating cables.
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From Panel Layout to a Repeatable Cable Specification
A USB-C opening on an enclosure is easy to recognize, but it tells the purchaser little about the connection behind it. A successful panel-cable order brings the mechanical drawing, internal interface, and intended user function into one specification.
Define what the front socket will do
List the devices expected to connect and whether the port is for USB data, charging, or a display. Avoid labeling every USB-C socket as full-featured. The board or source behind the panel determines which functions it can provide, and that distinction should also guide the equipment label.
Review the enclosure as an assembly
Include the panel thickness, neighboring connectors, internal bracket locations, and cover-removal path. A right-angle plug may solve one clearance problem but create another at the cable exit. An installed-view photograph helps the cable supplier and enclosure designer discuss the same orientation.
Give service access a place in the design
A direct male-ended cable reduces the need for an internal mating lead. A female-to-female version can suit a service arrangement with a separate cable, but adds a connection that needs support and space. Choose deliberately rather than treating the two constructions as interchangeable.
Keep the approved build identifiable
Record the cable model, drawing revision, length reference, host or board specification and acceptance checks. Where similar cables enter different equipment kits, agree a useful label and packing sequence. Recheck the specification when a board revision changes the header or available functions; an unchanged external socket does not mean an unchanged electrical interface.
Send that information with your quantity requirement, and we can focus the quotation on the assembly your team will actually install.
