Dual-Grid Right Angle Header

Category: Connectors, Electronics, Molex

Summary

The datasheet in question relates to a Dual-Grid Right Angle Header from Molex Incorporated. This product consists of a series of pin headers, designed to be mounted at right angles on a printed circuit board (PCB). The data provided includes mechanical specifications for a range of connector sizes denoted by circuit (ckt) numbers, which correspond to the number of connections the header can accommodate.

The dimensions given are in inches with the metric equivalent in parentheses. Each size is described with a two-character code, such as “2X24”, with the first number representing the number of rows and the second number representing the number of circuits per row. Dimensions for these headers range from 2 circuits per row to 40 circuits per row. The document also outlines key specifications including the overall length, width, and PCB hole pattern size recommended for the different right angle headers. These are typically given in minimum and maximum values.

The construction material of the wafer is specified as glass filled polyester compliant with UL 94V-0, which indicates flame retardancy, and the color is black. Pins are made of square brass wire, the specific dimensions and plating details of which are referenced in additional documentation. The extent of gold plate on the pins is indicated too.

Alongside the product specifications, the document references the applicable quality and general tolerances derived from standard metric units. There’s a significant emphasis on the thoroughness of the quality control, as indicated by the various checks and approvals, including the design, assembly numbers, finish options, and dimension style which are specified under different document and sheet numbers.

The datasheet also includes important notes pertaining to the recommended PCB thickness of 1.6mm and a product specification number PS-99020-0001. The notation throughout the datasheet assists in identifying containing dimensional styles and scales, design units, and third-angle projection symbols unless otherwise specified.

All information is deemed proprietary to Molex Incorporated, intimating that usage of the contents should not occur without explicit written permission from the company. The detailed summary indicates that the datasheet is a technical document intended for use by professionals who are designing, specifying, or assembling electronic components that would interface with the right angle header products described.