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The 0.165" (4.20mm) pitch and 0.165" row spacing match the Mini-Fit Jr receptacle family — the locking ramp on the shroud clicks into the mating housing and holds under vibration.

Molex Mini-Fit Jr 172447 series, 1724470008, Board to Cable/Wire header, 8 positions, 2 rows, 0.165" (4.20mm) pitch, shrouded 4-wall, locking ramp, through-hole solder, tin-plated contacts, UL94 V-2.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | Mini-Fit Jr 172447 |
| Type | Male Pin |
| Mounting | Through Hole |
| Connector type | Header |
| Fastening type | Locking Ramp |
| Contact material | Brass |
| Insulation color | Black |
| Insulation height | 0.504\" (12.80mm) |
| Insulation material | Polyamide (PA), Nylon |
| Material flammability rating | UL94 V-2 |
| Style | Board to Cable/Wire |
| Package | Tray |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Features | Board Guide, Glow Wire Compliant |
| Shrouding | Shrouded - 4 Wall |
| Termination | Solder |
| Applications | General Purpose, Industrial, Telecommunications |
| Contact shape | Square |
| Rows | 2 |
| Pitch | 0.165\" (4.20mm) |
| Positions | 8 |
| Row spacing - mating | 0.165\" (4.20mm) |
| Contact finish - post | Tin |
| Contact length - post | 0.138\" (3.50mm) |
| Contact finish - mating | Tin |
| Contact finish thickness - post | 100.0µin (2.54µm) |
| Contact finish thickness - mating | 100.0µin (2.54µm) |
The 0.165" (4.20mm) pitch and 0.165" row spacing match the Mini-Fit Jr receptacle family — the locking ramp on the shroud clicks into the mating housing and holds under vibration.
The pitch is 0.165" (4.20mm) on both the mating interface and the row spacing. This is the standard Mini-Fit Jr pitch, compatible with all Mini-Fit Jr receptacles.
Yes, it has a locking ramp on the shroud that engages with the mating receptacle housing for vibration-resistant retention.
For an 8-position requirement, this is the direct fit.