146870-1

Rectangular Connectors - Headers, Male Pins

Rectangular connectors, otherwise known as headers or male pins, are devices used for mechanically connecting two or more conductors such as wires or printed circuit boards. They are typically used in high-density applications and/or when the products need to be compact and light. Rectangular connectors are usually composed of a plastic or metal housing and two or more pins that are connected to wires or metal strips located inside the housing.

The 146870-1 is a type of rectangular connector produced by Amp (formerly Tyco Electronics). As the original manufacturer, Amp is the only one to fully understand the characteristics and requirements of this type of connector. As such, they are often the first and best choice for applications requiring connectors like the 146870-1.

Application Field

The 146870-1 is a surface-mount, two-way, highly reliable connection header manufactured with gold-plated contacts to ensure superior performance in data transmission and microwave applications. It is perfect for high-speed digital signal transmissions between boards and wires and other electronic parts. It is also suitable for applications that require small foot prints, such as mobile phone antenna connections and portable medical devices.

The 146870-1 connector has a rugged, self-latching structure, which helps to ensure low contact resistance in high-vibration environments; it is also resistant to shock and temperature variations. This makes the 146870-1 a great choice for data transmission, power connections, electric relays, repeater antennas and other applications where reliable and secure connections are of the utmost importance.

Working Principle

The 146870-1 connector suits all normal board-to-board connection requirements. It is a two-way connection with two sets of contact pads. Each contact pad has two conductors – one for power transmission and one for signal transmission. The power and signal conduits are connected via a board-edge connection at one side of the board and a header connector at the other side. The header connector has two spring-loaded contact elements – one for power transmission and one for signal transmission.

When a board is inserted into the connector, the two spring-loaded contacts are forced against the contact pads on the board to form a stable connection. This connection is made up of a series of tiny spherical contacts that are electrically and mechanically linked together, allowing for strong, reliable and repeatable connections. The result is a secure connection with low contact resistance and low insertion forces.

The 146870-1 is an excellent choice for applications that require robust, secure connection more than 10 times a day. The header provides quick and easy connection and disconnection, making it ideal for applications that need frequent connection or disconnection, such as power distribution or wireless personal area networks.