306-006-520-178

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The EDAC Inc. 306-006-520-178 is a standard card edge connector from the 306 Series, designed for through-hole mounting with a straight installation style. It features 12 positions in a dual female configuration with a 3.96 mm (0.156 inch) contact spacing. The connector accepts printed circuit boards with a nominal thickness of 1.57 mm (0.062 inch). Contacts are made of copper alloy and gold-plated, rated for 5 A current. The insulator body is green thermoplastic polyester, offering a low-profile design suitable for single centreline row applications.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Dual female contact configuration for secure board retention
• Gold-plated copper alloy contacts ensure reliable conductivity
• Low-profile insulator body minimizes vertical space requirements
• Through-hole solder termination provides robust mechanical stability

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• Single-sided or double-sided PCB interconnection systems
• Industrial control modules requiring durable edge connections
• Consumer electronics assemblies with limited vertical clearance
• Communication equipment backplanes and daughter cards

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify that the target PCB thickness aligns with the specified 1.57 mm nominal requirement to ensure proper contact engagement. Confirm that the assembly process supports through-hole soldering techniques compatible with the tail-type contacts. Check regional availability as distribution status may vary by location. Ensure RoHS compliance requirements match project specifications before finalizing procurement orders.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a dual-edge female connector with 12 positions is required for rigid PCB mating. The 3.96 mm pitch suits standard board layouts while the gold plating offers corrosion resistance. Consider the straight through-hole style for stable panel or chassis mounting scenarios where high vibration resistance is necessary compared to surface mount alternatives.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This part belongs to the EDAC 306 Series, which specializes in standard card edge connectors with 0.156 inch spacing. The series includes various position counts and configurations tailored for diverse electronic packaging needs. The 306-006-520-178 specifically addresses applications needing a compact, reliable interface between a motherboard and a plug-in card using traditional through-hole technology.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same series include parts with identical pin counts and spacing such as the 306-015-520-178 for different position variants. Cross-series replacements require matching the 3.96 mm pitch and dual female configuration. Verify that any alternative maintains the same thermal rating and board thickness tolerance to ensure functional equivalence.