The Hirose 3260-8S2(55) is an 8-position receptacle from the 3200 series, built for board-to-cable/wire interconnects at a 0.80 mm pitch. It carries gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts on both the mating and post surfaces, with 8.00 µin of gold on the mating side — enough for reliable signal-level connections through repeated mate cycles. The right-angle SMT orientation places the mating face parallel to the PCB, suiting it for low-profile, space-constrained enclosures where the cable exits along the board edge. Shielding and a board guide are integrated into the housing, which is molded from UL94 V-0 rated PPS.
What the ratings mean for the fit
The 0.80 mm pitch sets the PCB footprint and the mating half's contact spacing. At this pitch, the 500 mA per-contact rating is typical for signal-level duty.
Shielding and board guide
The board guide aligns the receptacle during placement, reducing shear on the SMT solder joints during mating. The shielding provides EMI containment for the signal path.
Sourcing and lifecycle
The 3260-8S2(55) carries an Active lifecycle status — no end-of-life notice on record. No official cross-reference or direct replacement is listed, so the BOM should specify this exact order code.