450-10-242-00-001000

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The Mill-Max 450-10-242-00-001000 is a vertical pin header connector designed for through-hole mounting. It features 42 positions with a 0.100-inch (2.54mm) mating pitch and single-row configuration. The contacts are tin-plated copper alloy pins with a mating contact length of 0.166 inches. The unit includes a black PCT insulator with a height of 0.110 inches, providing a total contact length of 0.477 inches. This component utilizes push-pull retention mechanisms and is packaged in bulk quantities.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Vertical pin header design for standard through-hole PCB assembly
• Single-row configuration with 42 positions for high-density connections
• Tin-plated copper alloy contacts ensuring reliable conductivity
• Push-pull retention mechanism for secure mating engagement

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• General-purpose board-to-board interconnections
• Industrial control system circuit boards
• Consumer electronics internal wiring harnesses
• Test and measurement equipment interfaces

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix to confirm plating thickness and insulation material compatibility. Confirm that the bulk packaging format aligns with automated pick-and-place requirements or manual insertion processes. Ensure the through-hole pad layout matches the 2.54mm pitch specification to prevent soldering defects during reflow.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this part when a single-row, 42-position vertical header is required. Compare against other series if higher current ratings or different retention styles are needed. Verify that the tin plating meets the environmental requirements of the application, as gold-plated alternatives exist within the same family for corrosive environments.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This component belongs to the Mill-Max 450 series, which specializes in precision-machined interconnect solutions. The series offers various pin counts and row configurations to support diverse electronic assembly needs. Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp. produces these connectors using vertically integrated processes to ensure high reliability and consistency in manufacturing quality.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes include the 450-40-228-00-001000 and 450-40-248-00-006000 from Mill-Max, or equivalents from Preci-Dip such as the 450-80-248-00-006101. Verify that any replacement maintains the 2.54mm pitch and 42-position count to ensure mechanical fit.