Rectangular Connectors - Headers, Receptacles, Female Sockets

Introduction

A rectangular connector is an electrical connecting device consisting of two mating parts—a plug and a socket. They are commonly used in the electronic and electric industries to connect together wiring, cables, and other electronic components. Rectangular connectors come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The most commonly used type are rectangular with male and female connectors, known as headers, receptacles, and female sockets.

960102-6202-AR Connector

The 960102-6202-AR is a rectangular, female socket connector, designed for easy snap-in installation on printed circuit boards (PCBs). This type of connector is available in both single-row and double-row configurations. The double-row version is typically used for applications requiring a higher density of the connections. The 960102-6202-AR is a miniaturized, insulated, and low-profile connector, requiring minimal space. The connector consists of rectified tin-plated steel shells, thermoplastic housings, and metal terminals. This type of connector is UL/CUL, CE, and RoHS compliant.

Application Field and Working Principle

The 960102-6202-AR is a versatile connector, ideal for various applications, such as consumer electronics, automotive, telecom, medical, automatic and semi-automatic equipment, process control systems, security systems, data communication, and other related fields. This type of rectangular connector features an insulation displacement contact (IDC) connection system. It is a fast and reliable connection system, which requires no tools or soldering. The IDC connection is done easily by inserting the conductors into the terminals.

The connection is made by two metal contact arms—which form the terminal portion of the connector—interacting with a pair of conductors. As the conductors are pushed into the terminal slots, two metal contact arms press against them and form a connection. This pressing action causes some of the insulation to be displaced and creates a connection, as well as an electrical path between the two conductors. The connection is kept secure and safe thanks to the latching mechanism, which helps the connector self-retain without the need for additional hardware or screws.

The 960102-6202-AR connector is equipped with a polarizing key, which ensures that the connector is secured into the proper mating position. This type of connector also has a built-in strain relief that helps protect the wires from excessive flexing. It is also designed with a lacing bar that prevents accidental disconnections.

Conclusion

The 960102-6202-AR is a versatile, small-size miniaturized, insulated, and low-profile connector. This type of connector is available in both single-row and double-row configurations and features an insulation displacement contact (IDC) connection system, allowing fast and easy connection with no need for tools or soldering. This type of connector is widely used in various sectors, such as consumer electronics, automotive, telecom, medical, and more.