MTSW-102-08-S-S-285

Headers, Male Pins Overview

Samtec MTSW-102-08-S-S-285 is a Variable Height PCB Header Strip from the Flex Stack series. It features a 2.54 mm (0.1 in) pitch with 2 positions in a single row. The connector utilizes through-hole solder pin termination with straight mounting orientation. Male pin contacts are made of phosphor bronze and gold plated. The mating post length is 7.239 mm (0.285 in). Operating temperature ranges from -55°C to +125°C. The housing is black polyester with UL 94 V-0 flammability rating.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Flex Stack design enables variable post height customization for flexible stacking configurations
• Modified .025 inch square post system allows precise body positioning adjustments
• Through-hole termination ensures secure mechanical attachment to printed circuit boards

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Board-to-Board interconnections
• Cable connections

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific ordering suffix against official Samtec documentation to confirm exact post height and contact plating specifications. Ensure compatibility with mating connectors such as SSW, SSQ, ESW, ESQ, BCS, or BSW series. Confirm that the selected variant meets the required thermal and environmental standards for the intended application environment before finalizing procurement orders.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when a standard 2-position header with a 2.54 mm pitch is required but custom post height flexibility is needed. The modified post system allows for fine-tuning stack heights in small increments. Verify that the through-hole mounting style and straight orientation align with the PCB layout constraints and assembly requirements of the target electronic design.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

The MTSW series represents a variation on the classic TSW header strip, offering extensive overall pin length choices. This specific part belongs to the Flex Stack family, designed to provide industry-leading stacking flexibility. It serves as a customizable solution for engineers requiring precise vertical spacing adjustments between connected boards or cables without compromising electrical reliability.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same series include MTSW-102-08-T-S-285 and MTSW-102-08-L-S-285, which share identical dimensions but differ in contact plating materials.