It carries 24 contacts, though the pinout breaks out as 16 functional signal/power pins plus 8 dummy contacts — the dummy pins handle the orientation detection that makes USB-C reversible. Rated 5A per contact at 30VAC/DC, it can deliver power beyond basic USB charging — useful for devices that negotiate higher current over the CC line.
Rated for 10000 mating cycles, this receptacle is built for frequent plug/unplug duty. The gold-plated contacts resist fretting corrosion over repeated mates, and the shielded steel/stainless shell protects the contact beam during insertion.
The dual mounting option (Surface Mount, Right Angle; Through Hole) means the shield legs solder through holes for mechanical retention while the signal pins reflow on the surface pads.