305-068-555-201

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The EDAC Inc. 305-068-555-201 is a standard card edge connector from the 305 Series, designed for panel mount vertical installation. It features 68 positions with dual female contacts and a 0.156-inch (3.96 mm) pitch. The connector accepts printed circuit boards with a nominal thickness of 0.062 inches (1.57 mm). Contacts are gold-plated copper alloy with a half-bevel type, rated for 5 A current. The insulator body is green thermoplastic polyester, supporting an operating temperature range of -40°C to +105°C.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Vertical panel mount design with low-profile insulator body
• Gold-plated copper alloy half-bevel contacts for reliable connection
• Accepts 0.062 inch nominal thickness double-sided card edge PCBs

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• High-density backplane interconnect systems
• Industrial control panel mounting
• Embedded system board connections

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against the manufacturer's official ordering guide to ensure correct contact plating thickness and termination style. Confirm that the target PCB thickness falls within the specified acceptance range of 0.054 to 0.070 inches. Check RoHS compliance status directly in the latest datasheet revision before finalizing procurement specifications.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a high-pin-count vertical interface is required for panel-mounted applications. The 3.96 mm pitch accommodates dense signal routing while maintaining mechanical stability. Ensure the application environment stays within the -40°C to +105°C operational limits and that the mating card edge geometry matches the dual female contact requirements.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This part belongs to the EDAC 305 Series of standard card edge connectors. The series offers various position counts and mounting styles, utilizing consistent 3.96 mm spacing. The 305-068 variant specifically provides a 68-position configuration, balancing high connectivity density with standard industrial form factors for robust electronic assemblies.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Cross-reference with other 305-series parts like 305-070-556-568 or 305-050-556-201 for similar pitch and mounting characteristics. Verify that substitute parts maintain the same 0.156-inch pitch and compatible PCB thickness specifications to ensure mechanical fit.