Two-position power tap with a locking ramp
The 179838-2 is a 2-position, single-row header from TE's Power Double Lock series, pitched at 0.156" (3.96 mm). The through-hole, kinked pin solder termination anchors the header to the PCB, and the 4-wall shrouding protects the tab contacts from damage during handling and mating.
At 0.156" (3.96 mm) pitch and 2 positions, the single row keeps the footprint narrow, and the 0.150" (3.81 mm) post length suits standard PCBs. Current rating varies by wire gauge — the limiting factor is the wire and crimp terminal, not the header contact itself.
Sourcing and compliance — active, RoHS, and flame-rated
No stock-holding claim; availability checked per RFQ.
Mates with the Power Double Lock receptacle
This header mates with the Power Double Lock receptacle housing (e.g., 179958 series) using the matching crimp terminal. The locking ramp engages the receptacle's latch — you'll hear an audible click when fully seated. The tin-on-tin contact finish (mating and post) is cost-effective for moderate mating cycles.