It terminates 24 AWG discrete or ribbon cable with an insulation displacement contact — no stripping, no crimping, just a one-step press. The 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch matches the standard MTA-156 header footprint, giving a wire-to-board interconnect that's fast to assemble in harness production. Typical use is internal power or signal distribution in appliances, HVAC controls, and industrial panels where the 0.156" pitch gives enough spacing for 24 AWG without crowding.
Single-Wire-Gauge IDC — 24 AWG Only
The IDC slot in this receptacle is sized for 24 AWG wire. That's the only gauge listed — the insulation diameter and conductor cross-section are fixed by the slot geometry. Running a different gauge risks an incomplete termination or a loose fit. The wire type can be discrete strands or ribbon cable, as long as the individual conductor is 24 AWG.
80.0µin Tin — Thick Enough for IDC Cold Flow
In an IDC termination, the contact beam slices through the wire insulation and the tin layer deforms plastically around the bare conductor. A thicker plating gives more ductile material to form that gas-tight interface, reducing the risk of a high-resistance joint over thermal cycling.