MTSW-116-07-S-T-240

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The Samtec MTSW-116-07-S-T-240 is a variable height PCB header strip from the Flex Stack series. It features a 2.54 mm pitch and a single row configuration with 16 positions. The component utilizes through-hole solder pin termination and straight mounting style. Contact gender is male pin, plated with gold over nickel on phosphor bronze material. The mating post length is specified as 5.486 mm (0.216 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

• Variable height design allows for flexible board stacking configurations
• Flexible stack construction enables adjustment of post height
• Gold-plated contacts ensure reliable electrical connectivity

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Board-to-board interconnections
• Cable connections
• General purpose electronic assemblies

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify exact part number suffixes against official Samtec documentation to confirm specific contact length and plating thickness requirements. Ensure compatibility with mating connectors regarding height variations. Confirm RoHS compliance status through current manufacturer datasheets before final procurement decisions.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when variable height flexibility is required for single-row applications. Consider the 2.54 mm pitch constraint and through-hole mounting method. Evaluate thermal operating range limits against environmental conditions. Verify mechanical fit within assembly space constraints using provided CAD models.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the MTSW series of variable height PCB headers manufactured by Samtec. These components are designed for applications requiring adaptable vertical spacing between circuit boards. The series offers various contact lengths and row configurations to suit different stacking heights.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Consult official Samtec substitution guides for verified equivalent parts. Cross-reference dimensions and electrical specifications carefully. Generic alternatives may not match the variable height functionality or contact material properties.