MK LP 242 40 G

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The Fischer Elektronik MK LP 242 40 G is a male pin header connector designed for through-hole mounting. It features a 2.54 mm pitch and consists of two rows with a total of 40 contacts. The component supports a voltage rating of 60 V DC and a current rating of 1.5 A. It has a low-profile design with shock resistance up to 50 g and a volume resistance of ≤10 mΩ. The contact surface is tin-plated, utilizing a Ni+46µm Sn contact sleeve for reliability.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Low profile construction for space-constrained applications
• Tin-plated contact surface with nickel underlayer for corrosion resistance
• Through-hole straight mounting configuration
• Shock resistance rated at 50 g

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Board-to-board interconnections
• Wire-to-board connections
• General electronic circuit assembly

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific contact count matches the required 40 positions before ordering. Confirm that the 2.54 mm pitch aligns with the PCB footprint design. Ensure the through-hole mounting style is compatible with the manufacturing process. Check RoHS compliance requirements if applicable to the end product specifications.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this model when a 40-position, two-row header is needed. The 2.54 mm pitch is standard for many digital interfaces. Consider the low-profile height if vertical clearance is limited. The 1.5 A current rating suits moderate signal and power distribution tasks in consumer electronics.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the MK LP 242 series of male headers from Fischer Elektronik. The series offers various position counts, ranging from smaller configurations to larger arrays like the 70 or 92 position variants. All share the same 2.54 mm pitch and low-profile structural characteristics.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include other Fischer Elektronik headers within the MK LP 242 family, such as the MK LP 242 28 G or MK LP 242 70 G, provided the position count difference is acceptable. Generic 2.54 mm pitch, 2-row, 40-position through-hole headers from other manufacturers may also serve as functional equivalents.