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TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 178488-1 — Pin Headers

178488-1 TE Connectivity Universal Power Header 5 Pos 3.96mm

MPN178488-1
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TE Connectivity AMP Connectors Universal Power series, 178488-1, Board to Cable/Wire header, 5 positions, 0.156" (3.96 mm) pitch, shrouded-4 wall, locking ramp, through hole, kinked pin solder termination, tin-plated contacts, UL94 V-0 housing.

$1.0000Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
RoHSROHS3 Compliant
SeriesUniversal Power
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

178488-1 key specifications
ParameterValue
SeriesUniversal Power
TypeTab
MountingThrough Hole
Connector typeHeader
Fastening typeLocking Ramp
Current ratingVaries by Wire Gauge
Operating temperature-30°C ~ 105°C
Contact materialBrass
Insulation colorNatural
Insulation height0.551\" (14.00mm)
Insulation materialPolyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Material flammability ratingUL94 V-0

All specifications

178488-1 additional specifications
ParameterValue
StyleBoard to Cable/Wire
PackageBulk
ShroudingShrouded - 4 Wall
TerminationKinked Pin, Solder
ApplicationsGeneral Purpose
Contact shapeRectangular
Rows1
Pitch0.156\" (3.96mm)
Positions5
Contact finish - postTin
Contact length - post0.150\" (3.81mm)
Contact finish - matingTin

Product details

The 178488-1 is a 5-position, single-row header on a 0.156" (3.96 mm) pitch, designed for board-to-wire power distribution. The 4-wall shrouding and locking ramp protect the tab contacts and keep the mating housing seated under vibration. Through-hole mounting with kinked solder tails (0.150" post length) provides a positive mechanical anchor through wave solder.

Current and temperature envelope

The operating range is -30°C to 105°C.

Frequently asked questions

What mates with the 178488-1 header?

This is a Board to Cable/Wire header with tab contacts and a locking ramp. It mates with a Universal Power series receptacle housing that accepts the matching crimp terminals. The 0.156" (3.96 mm) pitch and 5-position single-row layout define the mating half.