306-016-500-101

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The EDAC Inc. model 306-016-500-101 is a single-row card edge connector from the 306 Series, designed for vertical through-hole mounting. It features a contact spacing of 3.96 mm (0.156 inches) and accommodates printed circuit boards with a nominal thickness of 1.57 mm (0.062 inches). The component utilizes wire hole type contacts with gold plating on the contact area to ensure reliable signal transmission.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Single centreline row configuration with .156 inch contact spacing
• Accepts .062 inch nominal thickness PCBs
• Low profile insulator body design
• Gold plated wire hole type contacts

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• Medical interconnect solutions such as ventilators and CPAP machines
• Ambulance medical equipment connections
• General purpose electronic board-to-board interconnections

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific pin count and orientation against the official datasheet before procurement. Confirm that the target application requires a single-row receptacle with vertical through-hole termination. Ensure compatibility with the specified 0.062-inch board thickness to maintain proper mechanical retention and electrical contact integrity during operation.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-profile, single-row connection is required for standard thickness boards. The gold-plated contacts provide durability for repeated insertions. Consider the vertical mounting style for space-constrained designs where board edges are accessible. Validate thermal and environmental ratings against the operational requirements of the end device.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This part belongs to the EDAC 306 Series, which specializes in card edge connectors with 0.156-inch spacing. The series is widely utilized in industrial and medical sectors requiring robust interconnects. The 306-016-500-101 variant specifically addresses applications needing a single row of contacts with high reliability standards.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same series include variants like 306-018-500-101 for different pin counts. Cross-referencing with other manufacturers requires matching the 0.156-inch pitch, 0.062-inch board thickness, and vertical through-hole form factor to ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility.