What This Cover Does in the Metral System
The 88976-001LF is a 9-position plastic cover accessory for the Metral series backplane connector system. It fits over the mating face of a Metral connector to protect the contacts during handling, shipping, or when the connector is unmated in a panel. The cover is a passive component — it carries no contacts and does not affect signal routing; its job is mechanical protection of the pin field.
This cover is designed for use with Metral series connectors. The 9-position count matches the 9-signal-pin layout common in Metral backplane headers and receptacles. It is a one-piece plastic shroud that snaps over the connector body — no tools required for installation or removal. It does not fit other connector families; it is specific to the Metral interface.