Right-Angle Header for Wire-to-Board in Tight Enclosures
The 2-1445054-8 is a single-row, 8-position header from TE's Micro MATE-N-LOK series, designed for board-to-cable/wire applications where the connector runs parallel to the PCB surface. Its right-angle through-hole termination saves vertical space inside enclosures with limited clearance above the board. The 3.00mm pitch balances routing density with enough room for moderate current per circuit — the actual current rating depends on the wire gauge used in the mating terminal.
Mechanical Retention: Locking Ramp and Board Lock
A locking ramp on the header engages with the matching receptacle housing to resist accidental unmating under vibration or cable pull. The board lock feature anchors the header to the PCB during wave soldering and adds shear strength against cable strain after assembly. The 4-wall shrouding protects the male pins from damage during handling and guides the mating receptacle into correct alignment, reducing the risk of bent contacts.
Materials and Environmental Range
Contacts are brass with 100.0µin (2.54µm) tin plating on both the mating surface and the solder tails — tin is suitable for moderate mating cycle counts in non-corrosive environments. The black polyamide (PA, Nylon) housing carries a UL94 V-0 flammability rating for equipment inside enclosures. Operating temperature spans -40°C to 105°C, covering most indoor industrial and consumer electronics applications. The header is rated for 250V, consistent with typical signal and low-power distribution.