96-Position Press-Fit Header for Dense Backplane Routing
The TE Connectivity 2042088-2 is a 96-position header from the Z-PACK Slim UHD series, arranged in an 8-row by 12-column grid. It's a male-pin, through-hole connector terminated via press-fit — no solder required, which makes it a standard choice for high-reliability backplane assemblies where rework and signal integrity matter. The 50V rating and gold contact finish confirm this is a dense signal interconnect, not a power bus.
Press-Fit Termination and Board Layout Fit
Press-fit termination means the compliant pin is pressed into a plated through-hole on the PCB — no wave solder, no thermal stress on the board, and the connector can be replaced in the field if a pin gets damaged. The through-hole mounting gives the header mechanical strength against the insertion force of the mating receptacle. For a 96-position connector, the press-fit interface also keeps the signal path clean by eliminating solder-joint variability. All 96 positions are loaded — no empty cavities to track. The 8-row by 12-column grid means the board footprint needs a rectangular keep-out zone that matches the receptacle's pin field.
Active Production — No Replacement Watch Needed
RoHS3 compliance is confirmed, which covers the EU RoHS exemption landscape through 2024 and beyond. No additional regulatory paperwork needed for European or North American builds.