Board-to-wire header with 4.20mm pitch and locking ramp
The 2-2825261-4 is a 24-position, dual-row header from TE's VAL-U-LOK series, designed for board-to-cable/wire applications. The 4.20mm pitch sets the PCB footprint and the per-contact current ceiling — at 13A the temperature rise stays within the PA housing limit. The shrouded 4-wall design protects the male pins during handling and guides the mating receptacle into alignment. A locking ramp on the header engages with the matching receptacle latch for positive retention under vibration — common in automotive and industrial environments where the mated pair sees shock. Board locks on the through-hole tails anchor the header to the PCB during solder reflow and absorb cable strain forces in service, preventing lifted pads or cracked solder joints.
13A current rating and UL94 V-0 housing
Rated 13A per contact at 600V, the header suits power distribution in automotive, industrial, lighting, and medical equipment.