387-020-560-868

Edgeboard Connectors Overview

The EDAC Inc. 387-020-560-868 is a dual-edge female card edge connector from the 387 series, designed for through-hole mounting. It features 20 positions with a 0.156-inch (3.96mm) contact spacing and a 0.200-inch (5.08mm) row pitch. The contacts are made of copper alloy with a gold plating thickness of 10.0µin (0.25µm). The housing is black thermoplastic polyester, rated for operation between -40°C and +105°C. It accepts PCBs with a thickness of 0.054 to 0.070 inches (1.37 to 1.78mm) and provides a current rating of 3A per contact.

Edgeboard Connectors Feature Summary

• Dual-edge female configuration with cantilever contacts for secure board insertion
• Gold-plated copper alloy contacts ensure reliable conductivity and corrosion resistance
• Thermoplastic polyester insulation supports high-temperature environments up to 105°C
• Through-hole termination method ensures stable mechanical attachment to the PCB

Edgeboard Connectors Applications

• Industrial control system interface connections
• Telecommunications equipment backplane interconnects
• Medical device internal circuit board assembly
• Consumer electronics module integration

Edgeboard Connectors Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against the manufacturer's official 387 Series Ordering Guide to confirm pin count, termination style, and plating specifications. Ensure compatibility with the target PCB thickness range of 0.054 to 0.070 inches. Confirm RoHS compliance status and lead time requirements directly with authorized distributors or the manufacturer prior to finalizing procurement orders.

Edgeboard Connectors Selection Notes

Select this component when a dual-edge female connector with 20 positions and 0.156-inch spacing is required. Ensure the application environment stays within the -40°C to +105°C operating temperature range. Verify that the PCB design accommodates the 0.200-inch row pitch and through-hole mounting constraints. Confirm that the 3A current rating meets the electrical load requirements of the circuit.

Edgeboard Connectors Part Context

This part belongs to the EDAC 387 series, which offers a wide variety of standard card edge connectors. The series is characterized by its robust construction and consistent 0.156-inch contact spacing across multiple position counts. The 387 series is widely used in industrial and commercial applications requiring reliable vertical or straddle-mount connections for non-specified dual-edge boards.

Edgeboard Connectors Replacement Considerations

Consult the EDAC 387 Series Ordering Guide for direct substitutes with different pin counts or termination styles. No alternative part numbers are confirmed as functional equivalents in the provided documentation.