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TE Connectivity MTA-156 3-640604-8, 8 Pos IDC Receptacle

MPN3-640604-8
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TE Connectivity MTA-156 series, 8-position IDC receptacle, 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch, 18 AWG, tin-plated female socket contacts, free-hanging, orange housing, bulk.

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Specifications

3-640604-8 Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
SeriesMTA-156
Wire typeDiscrete or Ribbon Cable
GenderFemale Socket
Mounting typeFree Hanging (In-Line)
Connector typeReceptacle
Wire gauge18 AWG
Cable terminationIDC
ColorOrange
Pitch0.156\" (3.96mm)
PackageBulk
FeaturesFeed Through
Contact finishTin
Rows1
Positions8
Contact finish thickness80.0µin (2.03µm)

Product details

MTA-156 8-Position IDC Receptacle for 18 AWG Cable

The 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch matches the standard MTA-156 header footprint, and the orange housing provides quick visual identification on the harness. The feed-through feature allows multiple receptacles to be daisy-chained on the same cable run, simplifying multi-point connections in a harness assembly.

IDC Termination and Wire Compatibility

It accepts 18 AWG wire, either discrete strands or ribbon cable, making it a single-part solution for both harness build methods.

Mounting and Routing

Free-hanging (in-line) mounting means the receptacle floats on the cable — no board footprint needed. The feed-through design passes the cable through the housing, allowing daisy-chain routing to multiple receptacles on the same wire run. This is a practical choice for harness builders who need to tap into a common 18 AWG line at several points without splicing or additional connectors.

Frequently asked questions

Does 3-640604-8 work with 18 AWG discrete wire?

Yes, the 3-640604-8 is rated for 18 AWG wire, and supports both discrete and ribbon cable types via its IDC termination.

What is the pitch of TE AMP 3-640604-8?

The pitch is 0.156" (3.96mm), standard for the MTA-156 series.