280523-1

Rectangular Connectors - Headers, Male Pins

The 280523-1 is a component part of a range of rectangular connectors from Samtec Inc., designed for a variety of interconnecting purposes. This product is a pin header, with male pins that are part of a connector system.

These rectangular connectors are employed in a broad selection of applications, as they provide reliable electrical connections between two or more components. Common uses include motherboards, PC peripherals, cable assembly and wire harnesses. As well as being quick and easy to install, they are lightweight and take up minimal space and offer reliable mechanical and electrical characteristics.

Typically, the 280523-1 rectangular male header is designed with a backplane machined flat on the top and with horizontal, signal-carrying pins on the bottom. The product features a high-density mounting layout with 0.100” (2.54 mm) on-center spacing and is available in single and double row options. It offers a high level of electrical performance and excellent mating characteristics that means this product is highly trusted by designers in a variety of industries. The product is available for through-hole mounting, but is also offered as a surface mount option, and can be processed using industry standard pick and place systems.

The 280523-1 high-density pin header utilizes a curved mating surface which creates a secure contact with the receptacle for superior high-speed and high-frequency applications. This process helps ensure that there is no slip or misalignment when complex connector assemblies are in use. It is also provided with many types of holding tabs and optional guide pins. These features ensure that the connector and cables remain connected and that the entire system is secure, even in situations where vibration is in play.

The 280523-1 has a contact retention of 10 lb (4.5 kg) a current rating of 3 A per contact and a voltage rating of 250 V. It is available in both standard and reverse polarities, making it perfect for a variety of applications when standard and mixed-polarity mating is required. It has an operating temperature range of –55 to +105°C and is certified to CSA, UL and VDE standards for quality assurance and safety.

The 280523-1 is an effective product for the design of reliable high-density connections and is widely used in applications where assembly speed and reliability are paramount. It provides cost-effective, rapid and reliable connections between components, helping to ensure the highest standards of system performance.