The TE Connectivity 1888174-2 is a 36-position SAS Mini receptacle from the EVERCLEAR series, designed for high-speed internal storage interconnects in servers, storage arrays, and backplane applications. The SAS Mini form factor packs the same signal count as a standard SAS connector into a narrower footprint, saving board space in dense drive-bay layouts. The 30.0µin gold contact finish handles the repeated mating cycles typical of drive swaps and field-service reconnects — the plating thickness is well above flash grade, so it won't wear through after a few dozen insertions. Surface-mount termination with an integrated board guide: the guide aligns the connector during reflow and absorbs shear forces from the cable assembly, protecting the SMT solder joints from cracking under vibration or cable strain.
What It Mates With
This receptacle mates with the standard SAS Mini plug (typically part of a cable assembly or a drive-side connector). The 36-position layout is the common width for SAS Mini — confirm your cable assembly or mating header also carries 36 circuits and the same keying.