{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN)","brand":"JST","brandSlug":"jst","productSlug":"B3P-VH-FB-B~1LF~2~1SN~2","canonicalUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/jst/B3P-VH-FB-B~1LF~2~1SN~2","factsUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/api/mcp/products/B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN)","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"JST VH series, Board to Cable/Wire, Header, 3 Positions, 1 Row, 0.156\" (3.96mm) Pitch, Through Hole, Solder, Tin Mating Finish, 10A, 250V, Shrouded - 4 Wall, Locking Ramp, Bulk.","salesMarkdown":"## VH Series 3-Position Header, 3.96mm Pitch The JST B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN) is a 3-position, single-row header from the VH series, designed for board-to-cable/wire interconnects. It carries a 0.156\" (3.96mm) pitch, which gives enough clearance for the 10 A per-contact rating without requiring an unusually wide board footprint. The through-hole solder termination and shrouded 4-wall design with a locking ramp make it a direct-fit choice for harness assemblies where the mating half needs positive retention against vibration. ## What the Ratings Mean for Your Fit ## Position Count Comparison: 3 vs 2 This B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN) is the 3-position variant of the VH series. The 2-position sibling, B2P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN), shares the same 0.156\" (3.96mm) pitch, 10 A rating, 250 V rating, tin plating, shrouding, and locking ramp. The only decision-relevant difference is the position count — match the circuit count on your BOM. If your design calls for exactly 3 circuits, this is the one; the 2-position version won't fit a 3-circuit harness without adding a separate connector. ## Sourcing and Compliance The B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN) carries an Active lifecycle status and is RoHS Compliant, so there's no end-of-life pressure for new designs or ongoing production. The UL94 V-0 flame rating on the housing satisfies the flammability requirement for equipment inside an enclosure. Sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ; availability and current pricing confirmed at quote time.","metaTitle":"JST B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN) VH Header, 3 Pos, 3.96mm, 10A, 250V","metaDescription":"JST VH series header, 3 positions, 0.156\" (3.96mm) pitch, through-hole, tin contacts, rated 10A at 250V. Active, RoHS compliant. Sourced to order.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":"VH","packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":"RoHS Compliant","productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Pin Headers, Sockets & Housings","Pin Headers"],"specifications":{"Style":"Board to Cable/Wire","title":"B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN)","Series":"VH","Package":"Bulk","Features":"Board Guide","Shrouding":"Shrouded - 4 Wall","Termination":"Solder","description":"CONN HEADER VERT 3POS 3.96MM","Contact Type":"Male Pin","Contact Shape":"Square","Mounting Type":"Through Hole","Connector Type":"Header","Fastening Type":"Locking Ramp","Number of Rows":"1","Pitch - Mating":"0.156\\\" (3.96mm)","Voltage Rating":"250V","Contact Material":"Copper Alloy","Insulation Color":"Natural","Insulation Height":"0.433\\\" (11.00mm)","Base Product Number":"B3P-VH","Insulation Material":"Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Glass Filled","Number of Positions":"3","Contact Finish - Post":"Tin","Contact Length - Post":"0.146\\\" (3.70mm)","Current Rating (Amps)":"10A","Operating Temperature":"-25°C~85°C","Contact Finish - Mating":"Tin","Number of Positions Loaded":"All","Material Flammability Rating":"UL94 V-0"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$0.3700","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":[{"qty":1,"price":"$0.37000","currency":"USD"},{"qty":10,"price":"$0.31500","currency":"USD"},{"qty":100,"price":"$0.24510","currency":"USD"},{"qty":500,"price":"$0.21008","currency":"USD"},{"qty":1000,"price":"$0.17506","currency":"USD"},{"qty":5000,"price":"$0.15005","currency":"USD"},{"qty":10000,"price":"$0.14005","currency":"USD"}]},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icsourcedirect.com/011f464190d3957967aa5c9371f984c8.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the closest functional second-source to B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN)?","answer":"The closest functional alternative within the VH series is the B3P-VH-FB-B, which shares the same 3-position count, 3.96mm pitch, 10A rating, and tin plating. The (LF)(SN) suffix indicates lead-free and tin-plated termination, so the B3P-VH-FB-B is a drop-in replacement if your assembly doesn't require the specific lead-free designation."},{"question":"Where can I buy B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN) and what is the lead time?","answer":"The B3P-VH-FB-B(LF)(SN) is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time; no stock-holding claim is made here."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/jst/B3P-VH-FB-B~1LF~2~1SN~2","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icsourcedirect.com/llms.txt","source":"IC Source Direct","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"IC Source Direct\" and link https://icsourcedirect.com/jst/B3P-VH-FB-B~1LF~2~1SN~2 when reusing this data. 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