The 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch is the standard spacing for MTA-156 headers, so this receptacle mates directly with any 11-position MTA-156 pin header at the same pitch. The orange housing and closed-end design with a polarizing key prevent incorrect insertion during assembly — the key aligns with the matching slot on the header, and the closed end stops the cable from pushing through.
Termination and Retention for Harness Assembly
No stripping or crimping is needed, which speeds up harness build for ribbon cable or discrete wire looms.
Fit Check Against MTA-156 Headers
This receptacle mates with any 11-position MTA-156 pin header at the same 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch — the polarizing key and closed end are the alignment features. The locking ramp requires the header to have a matching latch feature for positive retention.