Its 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch matches the standard Mark II pin header footprint, and the latch lock provides a positive mechanical retention against vibration. The natural housing and tin-plated blade-pin contacts suit low-cycle, cost-sensitive internal wiring where repeated mating is not the primary concern.
Termination and Routing Flexibility
IDC termination eliminates wire stripping — the insulation is displaced as the contact is pressed onto the conductor, which speeds up harness assembly and reduces tooling cost for discrete-wire runs. The dual wire exit feature lets the cable leave the connector from either side, a real advantage when routing around obstructions inside a control cabinet or junction box.