The Hirose DF1-5S-2.5R24(05) is a 5-position female socket from the DF1 series, designed for discrete wire IDC termination at a 0.098" (2.50mm) pitch. It accepts 24 AWG wire and terminates via insulation displacement, which means the wire is pushed into the contact slot and the insulation is pierced — no separate crimp tool is needed for the wire end. The brown housing is single-row and free-hanging (in-line), intended to mate with a DF1-series pin header mounted on a PCB. This connector is typically used in internal signal harnesses for consumer electronics, office equipment, and small appliance control boards where a quick, reliable wire-to-board connection is required.
Sourcing Reality — Last Buy Status
The DF1-5S-2.5R24(05) carries a Last Buy lifecycle status. Hirose has ceased regular production on this order code, so the remaining stock in the distribution channel is finite. Plan your quantity for the full build or a lifetime buy, because once the channel stock is exhausted, the only option will be surplus or a substitute part.
There is no secondary locking feature on this housing, so the wire retention depends on the IDC tines gripping the conductor.
The DF1-5S-2.5R24(05) is specified for 24 AWG discrete wire. The IDC slot geometry is designed for that wire diameter — using a thicker gauge (e.g., 22 AWG) may damage the contact tines or cause incomplete insulation displacement, while a thinner gauge (26 AWG) may not be gripped securely. Stick with 24 AWG solid or stranded wire for a reliable termination. The brown housing colour helps identify this specific position count and wire gauge variant on a harness board.