71991-414LF

Rectangular Connectors - Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets

71991-414LF is a common variant of rectangular connector with multiple uses in a variety of industries. This connector is a low-profile right angle paddle receptacle, commonly used for on-board or cable-to-board applications. It is mainly used to join two subsystems together or simply to allow passage of a low voltage signal between them.

Application Field

71991-414LF connector is used in consumer and embedded applications. It is also suited for industrial control applications like motor control, robotics, factory automation, power electronics, home appliances, medical technology and HVAC systems. In addition, the multi-purpose nature of this low profile connector makes it well suited for portable electronic device applications.

Working Principle

71991-414LF connectors leverage a two-piece design that facilitates extremely secure connections. It incorporates a receptacle housing which contains a female contact and a header with a male contact. Make-before-break operation ensures that the two components are joined together before the connection is broken. This operating principle prevents shorts and sparks from being generated.

The female contact is mounted in the receptacle housing and can handle up to 3A. It has a vertical orientation along with a right angle design that minimizes damage and increases connection stability. The male contact is mounted on the header and can accommodate multiple mating cycles without any performance degradation. Both contact components are plated with gold for better electrical performance and superior corrosion resistance.

Key Benefits

71991-414LF connector system offers a plug-in board/card design with a single point connection to the board which reduces assembly time in comparison with conventional soldered approaches. It also offers superior electrical characteristics such as high EMI/EMC performance, excellent insulation and transfer impedance, as well as good insertion and extraction times. The connector design ensures low profile receptacles with minimal mating force and minimal contact displacement. Furthermore, the robust design of these connectors offers excellent shock and vibration resistance.

These connectors are also available with alternative termination options like soldering or press-fit for both header and receptacle. The overall manufacturing cost is also quite low as the components are made from high-grade thermoplastic material. Additionally, 71991-414LF connector system is RoHS compliant, and can also be supplied with shielding options for safeguarding the signal integrity from external interference.

Conclusion

71991-414LF is all-in-one multi-purpose connector that offers low-profile right angle paddle receptacle for a variety of applications. It offers superior electrical performance, excellent insulation, optimal contact force, low manufacturing cost and excellent shock and vibration resistance. Furthermore, it is RoHS compliant and can also be supplied with shielding for safeguarding signal integrity. All in all, 71991-414LF is an ideal choice for on-board or cable-to-board applications in industries such as motor control, robotics, factory automation, power electronics, home appliances, medical technology and more.