305-046-521-578

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The EDAC Inc. 305-046-521-578 is a standard card edge connector header featuring 46 positions in a dual-row configuration. It utilizes a contact spacing of 3.96 mm (0.156 inches) and accepts printed circuit boards with a nominal thickness of 1.57 mm (0.062 inches). The component employs gold-plated copper alloy contacts for reliable signal transmission and supports a current rating of 5 A. Designed for panel mounting at a vertical angle, it uses solder pin termination to secure the connection between the header and the card edge interface.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Dual-edge female contact design accommodates double-sided PCB traces
• Gold-plated copper alloy contacts ensure corrosion resistance and conductivity
• Low-profile thermoplastic insulator body reduces overall assembly height
• Vertical panel mount style provides stable structural integration

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• Industrial control system backplanes
• Telecommunications equipment interconnects
• Medical device modular assemblies
• Consumer electronics internal board connections

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's official datasheet to confirm plating thickness and material specifications. Ensure that the target PCB thickness matches the 1.57 mm requirement for proper insertion force and retention. Confirm RoHS compliance status through the latest product documentation before finalizing procurement orders.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a dual-row card edge interface with 3.96 mm pitch is required for vertical panel mounting. Consider the 5 A current rating and gold plating for applications demanding durability. Verify that the housing material and operating temperature range meet the environmental constraints of the intended deployment scenario.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This part belongs to the EDAC 305 series of standard card edge connectors. The series offers various position counts while maintaining consistent 3.96 mm spacing and 1.57 mm board thickness compatibility. The 305 series is designed for general-purpose electronic interconnections requiring robust mechanical retention and reliable electrical performance in panel-mounted configurations.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

No public confirmed substitute part numbers are available in the provided documentation. Cross-reference with other EDAC 305 series variants only if position count differences are acceptable.