26-Position Right-Angle Header with 30µin Gold
It mates with the matching IDC socket to form a board-to-cable/wire interconnect. The latch lock/eject hooks provide a positive audible click on mating — vibration won't back the header out of the receptacle.
Mounting Flange and Keying Slot for Field Fit
A keying slot prevents cross-mating with non-keyed receptacles — a simple but effective mis-mate guard. The mounting flange provides a mechanical anchor to the board, taking shear force off the solder joints when the cable is tugged. On site, if a header has been pulled loose, the flange lets you re-seat and re-solder without replacing the whole assembly, provided the pins are intact. The through-hole solder termination is field-repairable with a basic soldering iron and desoldering braid.
Cross-Reference and Compatibility
The base product number 66429 covers the series; the -073LF suffix specifies the 26-position, right-angle, gold-plated variant. If you need a different position count or plating, check other suffixes under the 66429 base — but confirm the mating half and board footprint before switching.