22027173

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Overview

The Molex 22027173 is a KK 254 PC Board Connector designed for top entry and end-to-end stackable applications. It features 17 circuits with cat ear terminals and utilizes 2.54µm tin (Sn) plating on the contacts. The component is supplied without hooks, making it suitable for direct PCB mounting in space-constrained environments.

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Feature Summary

• Supports end-to-end stacking for compact multi-row configurations
• Features cat ear terminal design for secure wire retention
• Utilizes tin plating to ensure reliable electrical conductivity

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Applications

• Top entry PCB connections
• End-to-end stackable circuit assemblies
• Compact electronic device interconnects

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Procurement Notes

Verify the specific contact count and plating thickness against the official datasheet before procurement. Ensure that the absence of hooks aligns with the mechanical requirements of the target PCB assembly. Confirm compatibility with standard 254 pitch crimping tools.

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Selection Notes

Select this connector when end-to-end stacking capability is required for high-density layouts. The cat ear terminal design provides enhanced strain relief compared to standard open-barrel types. Tin plating offers a cost-effective solution for general-purpose applications where gold plating is not strictly necessary.

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Part Context

This component belongs to the KK 254 series, a widely used line of board-to-board and wire-to-board connectors known for their 2.54mm pitch. The series supports various termination styles and housing configurations, providing flexibility for diverse electronic manufacturing needs.

Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets Replacement Considerations

Direct replacements must match the 2.54mm pitch, 17-circuit count, and top-entry orientation. Verify that alternative suppliers offer identical cat ear terminal geometry and tin plating specifications to maintain mechanical and electrical performance equivalence.