MK LP 242 26 Z

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The Fischer Elektronik MK LP 242 26 Z is a male pin header connector designed for through-hole mounting. It features a 26-position configuration arranged in two rows with a 2.54 mm (0.100 inch) pitch. The contacts are constructed with a Ni+46µm Sn contact sleeve to ensure reliable performance. This component belongs to the low-profile MK LP 242 series, intended for board-to-board and wire-to-board interconnections.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Low-profile design suitable for space-constrained applications
• Tin-plated contact surface with nickel underplating for reliability
• Through-hole straight mounting style

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Board-to-board interconnections
• Wire-to-board connections
• General electronic equipment signal routing

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix 'Z' against official Fischer Elektronik documentation to confirm exact plating thickness and material specifications. Ensure compatibility with standard 2.54 mm grid PCB layouts. Cross-reference the manufacturer's latest datasheet for RoHS compliance status and recommended soldering profiles to guarantee assembly integrity.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-profile, 26-pin through-hole header is required. The 2-row configuration supports dense wiring needs. Confirm that the Ni+Sn contact system meets environmental requirements. Validate mechanical fit within the enclosure height constraints due to the low-profile form factor.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the Fischer Elektronik MK LP 242 series of male headers. The series offers various pin counts and row configurations. Fischer Elektronik specializes in connectors, heat sinks, and thermal management solutions for the electrical and electronic industries, providing high-precision manufactured components.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include other 26-position, 2.54 mm pitch through-hole headers from manufacturers such as Samtec or Molex, provided they match the low-profile requirement and contact plating specifications.