RM412-196-171-9300

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The AirBorn RM412-196-171-9300 is a rectangular MIL-DTL-55302 compliant board mount plug from the R Series. It features a plastic body with 196 positions arranged in four rows and a 1.91 mm pitch. The connector utilizes male pin contacts made of beryllium copper and brass, finished with gold plating. Designed for surface mount termination, it includes fixed jacksets and pre-tinned tin/lead alloy tails. The housing is constructed from polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), supporting an operating temperature range of -65°C to +125°C with a 3 A current rating.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Complies with MIL-DTL-55302 military specifications for rugged reliability
• Features scored surface mount contacts with pre-tinned tails for automated assembly
• Includes fixed jacksets to ensure secure mating engagement
• Constructed with PPS plastic housing for thermal stability

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• Aerospace avionics systems requiring high-density interconnects
• Military communication equipment adhering to strict environmental standards
• Ruggedized electronic modules utilizing card-edge board mounting

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific termination style and guide pin configuration against project requirements before ordering. Confirm that the pre-tinned tin/lead alloy tail length matches the target PCB solder mask clearance. Ensure compatibility with the corresponding receptacle series for proper jackset alignment. Check for any recent manufacturing updates or material changes that may affect compliance.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when a high-density, four-row rectangular connector is required for board-to-board applications. The 1.91 mm pitch allows for significant circuit density within a compact footprint. Choose this model over through-hole variants if surface mount technology is mandated for production efficiency. Verify that the 3 A current rating meets the electrical load requirements of the specific signal lines.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the AirBorn R Series, a family of rectangular connectors designed for demanding environments. The series offers various position counts and termination options to suit different system architectures. As a Molex company product, it maintains established quality standards for defense and aerospace markets. The RM412 prefix indicates a specific plug configuration within the broader R Series catalog.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Direct substitutes must match the MIL-DTL-55302 specification, 196 position count, and 1.91 mm pitch. Verify that alternative sources provide identical gold-plated beryllium copper contacts and PPS housing materials. Cross-reference the fixed jackset design to ensure mechanical compatibility with existing receptacles.