3-2388957-8

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The 3-2388957-8 is a PCI Express card edge connector manufactured by TE Connectivity AMP Connectors. It features a 164-position female contact configuration with a 0.039-inch (1.00mm) pitch. Designed for surface mount technology, this component utilizes gold-plated contacts to ensure reliable signal transmission. The connector is black and specifically engineered for edgeboard applications, providing robust mechanical support and electrical connectivity for high-speed data interfaces in electronic systems.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Surface mount design for automated PCB assembly
• Gold-plated female contacts for enhanced conductivity
• Optimized for PCI Express card edge applications

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• PCI Express peripheral cards
• High-speed data interface modules
• Computer hardware expansion boards

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix against official TE Connectivity documentation to confirm exact plating thickness and tab configuration. Ensure compatibility with target PCB footprint dimensions and mating card edge specifications before finalizing procurement orders.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a 164-position SMT connector is required for PCI Express implementations. Evaluate thermal management requirements and mechanical retention needs associated with the edgeboard mounting style to ensure system integrity.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This part belongs to the PCI Express / PCI connector family from TE Connectivity. It serves as a critical interconnect solution for modern computing architectures requiring high-bandwidth data transfer capabilities through standardized expansion slots.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Consult TE Connectivity official substitution guides for verified alternative part numbers. Do not assume cross-compatibility with generic card edge connectors due to specific pitch and tab geometry requirements.