The Amphenol ICC Minitek MicroSpace 10142344-106KLF is a 6-position dual-row shrouded male header from the Minitek MicroSpace 1.27mm series. It is a board-to-cable/wire interconnect — the right-angle SMT orientation places the connector parallel to the board edge, saving z-height in a space-constrained enclosure. The 0.100-inch (2.54 mm) pitch gives enough room for routing traces between pads without pushing to a finer-pitch class, and the dual-row layout keeps the footprint compact for the circuit count.
Key features and what they mean for the build
Rated 4 A per circuit — enough for moderate power distribution on a signal-grade header, but the tin plating on both mating and solder sides (3.00 µm on the mating surface) means this is built for a limited number of mating cycles. Tin contacts are cost-effective for a one-time mate or occasional field service, but if the assembly sees repeated connect-disconnect cycles, a gold-plated sibling in the same series would hold up longer. The latch holder fastening locks the mated pair together — important in automotive or industrial environments where vibration can work a friction-fit connector loose. The -40°C to 130°C operating range and UL94 V-0 housing confirm it is rated for under-hood or cabinet environments where temperature and flammability are specified.
Mounting and termination
Surface-mount, right-angle termination — the header sits flat on the board and the solder tails reflow with the rest of the SMT line. The board guide and solder retention features help keep the part aligned during reflow and resist shear from cable strain after mating. The 4-wall shrouding protects the male pins from damage during handling and misalignment during mating.