TSW-103-09-L-T

Headers, Male Pins Overview

The TSW-103-09-L-T is a vertical PCB header strip manufactured by Samtec Inc. within the TSW series. It features a 2.54 mm (0.100 inch) pitch and consists of 9 positions arranged in a triple row configuration. The connector utilizes phosphor bronze contacts with gold plating on the mating interface and tin plating on the termination side. Designed for through-hole mounting, it offers a standard terminal length suitable for general-purpose board-to-board or cable applications.

Headers, Male Pins Feature Summary

• Triple row layout providing high density interconnection
• Gold-plated contact system for reliable signal transmission
• Standard .100 inch pitch for broad compatibility
• Through-hole termination for secure PCB attachment

Headers, Male Pins Applications

• General purpose board-to-board interconnects
• Cable to board connections
• Prototype development and testing
• Industrial control systems

Headers, Male Pins Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix codes against official Samtec documentation to confirm exact pin count, row configuration, and plating specifications. Ensure the ordering part number matches the required mechanical dimensions and electrical ratings for the target application before finalizing procurement.

Headers, Male Pins Selection Notes

Select this component when a vertical, triple-row header with a 2.54 mm pitch is required. Confirm that the through-hole termination style aligns with the PCB fabrication capabilities. Evaluate the current carrying capacity and voltage ratings against the system requirements to ensure safe operation under expected load conditions.

Headers, Male Pins Part Context

This part belongs to the TSW Classic PCB Header Strips family from Samtec. The series provides various terminal lengths and configurations optimized for cost-effective and flexible interconnect solutions. The TSW-103-09-L-T represents a standard straight header variant within this widely used product line.

Headers, Male Pins Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include other TSW series headers with identical 2.54 mm pitch and triple row geometry, such as TSW-103-xx-L-T variants with matching pin counts. Verify mechanical footprint and contact plating equivalence before substitution.