306-018-521-101

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The EDAC Inc. 306-018-521-101 is a dual-edge female card edge connector featuring 36 positions arranged in two rows of 18. It utilizes a 0.156-inch (3.96mm) contact spacing and accepts printed circuit boards with a nominal thickness of 0.062 inches (1.57mm). The component employs gold-plated contacts for reliable signal transmission and includes a low-profile insulator body.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Dual-edge female configuration designed for vertical board insertion
• Gold-plated contact surfaces ensure durable electrical connectivity
• Low-profile insulator body accommodates space-constrained designs

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• Industrial control system interconnects
• Telecommunications equipment backplanes
• Consumer electronic module interfaces

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix to confirm plating thickness, contact material specifications, and mounting style compatibility. Ensure the selected variant matches the required PCB thickness tolerance and environmental rating for the intended application environment before finalizing procurement orders.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this connector when a dual-edge interface with 36 contacts is required. Confirm that the host PCB design supports the 0.062-inch thickness specification and that the 0.156-inch pitch aligns with the card edge layout requirements for proper mating engagement.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This component belongs to the EDAC 306 series of card edge connectors. The series provides various position counts and configurations for standard board-to-board connections. The 306-018-521-101 represents a specific dual-edge variant within this established product line.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Cross-reference compatible parts from the same manufacturer family, such as the 306-018-521-168, ensuring identical pin count, pitch, and gender specifications are maintained for direct substitution.