The TE Connectivity 3-179694-3 is a 13-position receptacle from the CT series, designed for discrete-wire IDC termination. The 2.00 mm pitch matches the standard CT header footprint, and the tin-plated female sockets are rated for moderate-cycle, indoor applications where cost per line matters more than high mating-cycle life.
The 13-position count is the first check against your BOM — this is not a 12- or 14-position housing, so the circuit count must match exactly. IDC termination is fast for production but fixed at 24 AWG — the slot geometry is sized for that single conductor diameter, not a range. Tin contacts are standard for this series; they handle routine mating cycles in clean, dry environments but are not specified for high-vibration or corrosive atmospheres where gold flash would be preferred.
