MTSW-116-08-T-D-120-RA

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The MTSW-116-08-T-D-120-RA is a variable height PCB header strip from the Samtec Flex Stack MTSW series. It features a 0.100 inch (2.54 mm) pitch with two rows and sixteen positions per row, totaling thirty-two contacts. The connector utilizes a right-angle orientation for board-to-board or cable applications. Electrical ratings include a current capacity of 3 A. The contact system consists of .025 inch square posts with tin plating on phosphor bronze terminals. The insulator is constructed from polyester reinforced with glass fiber, rated UL94 V-0. The operating temperature range spans from -55°C to +105°C.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Flex Stack design enables modified post height and body position adjustments in .005 inch increments
• Right-angle termination facilitates vertical mounting on printed circuit boards
• Through-hole soldering provides secure mechanical attachment to the substrate

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Board-to-board interconnections requiring specific stack-up heights
• Cable-to-board connections where right-angle routing is necessary
• Embedded systems with limited vertical clearance constraints

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the exact suffix configuration against official Samtec documentation to ensure the right-angle orientation and terminal length match design requirements. Confirm compliance with RoHS and REACH regulations for the specific manufacturing batch. Cross-reference the part number with authorized distributors to validate availability and lead times prior to final procurement decisions.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when standard header heights are insufficient for the required assembly stack-up. The adjustable nature allows designers to accommodate varying board thicknesses without custom tooling. Ensure the right-angle form factor aligns with the spatial layout and mating connector geometry. Validate that the 3 A current rating meets the signal power distribution needs of the application.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the MTSW series, which serves as a variation of the classic TSW header strip. The series offers a wide range of overall pin lengths to satisfy diverse application requirements. It maintains the standard 0.100 inch pitch while providing flexibility in physical dimensions through its unique terminal design.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes within the same series include MTSW-116-08-T-D-100 and MTSW-116-08-T-D-120. Verify that any replacement maintains the identical right-angle orientation and terminal length specifications to ensure mechanical compatibility.