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TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 282830-2 — Header Plugs & Sockets

282830-2 TE Connectivity Buchanan 2-Pos 5mm Plug for

MPN282830-2
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TE Connectivity AMP Connectors Buchanan 282830-2, 2-position plug for unshrouded header, 0.197" (5.00 mm) pitch, green, rising cage clamp termination, 12 A / 300 V, UL94 V-0, free hanging.

$1.6600Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 282830-2 datasheet (PDF)
RoHSROHS3 Compliant
SeriesBuchanan
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

282830-2 key specifications
ParameterValue
TypePlug for Unshrouded Header
SeriesBuchanan
MountingFree Hanging (In-Line)
Voltage - UL300 V
Current - UL12 A
Plug wire entry90°
Wire strip length6-7.5mm
Wire gauge or range - AWG12-30 AWG
Wire gauge or range - mm20.05-2mm²
Operating temperature-40°C~110°C
ColorGreen
Contact materialPhosphor Bronze

All specifications

282830-2 additional specifications
ParameterValue
Housing materialPolyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Insulation height0.453\" (11.50mm)
Material flammability ratingUL94 V-0
Pitch0.197\" (5.00mm)
PackageBulk
FeaturesSide Stacking
Screw sizeM3
Torque - screw0.68 Nm (6 Lb-In)
Number of levels1
Termination styleScrew - Rising Cage Clamp
Positions2
Positions per level2
Contact mating finishTin

Product details

Sizing the Wire Termination: Pitch, Positions, and Clamp

The 282830-2 is a 2-position plug from the Buchanan series by TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, designed for use with unshrouded pin headers.

Ratings That Govern the Load

Rated 12 A at 300 V (UL), the plug handles typical industrial control and signal-level loads.

No pin-compatible alternative is listed in the Buchanan series at this pitch and position count. The base product number 282830 covers the family; the -2 suffix denotes the 2-position variant.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pitch and position count of 282830-2?

The pitch is 0.197" (5.00 mm) and it has 2 positions, making it a 2-circuit plug for a standard 5 mm terminal block header.

What torque should I use for the screw terminal on 282830-2?

The torque specification is 0.68 Nm (6 Lb-In), which ensures the rising cage clamp grips the wire securely without damaging the conductor.