The detent lock holds the mating half in place under vibration, which matters for industrial or transport equipment where the board sees mechanical shock.
The tin-plated solder posts (100.0 µinch) wet well in wave or hand soldering.

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors AMPMODU Mod II, Header, 20 Positions, 0.100" (2.54mm) Pitch, Through Hole, Right Angle, Gold Mating Finish, Detent Lock, UL94 V-0, Black
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Series | AMPMODU Mod II |
| Type | Male Pin |
| Mounting | Through Hole, Right Angle |
| Connector type | Header |
| Fastening type | Detent Lock |
| Current rating | 3A |
| Operating temperature | -65°C ~ 105°C |
| Contact material | Phosphor Bronze |
| Insulation color | Black |
| Insulation height | 0.400\" (10.16mm) |
| Insulation material | Thermoplastic |
| Material flammability rating | UL94 V-0 |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Style | Board to Board or Cable |
| Package | Tray |
| Shrouding | Shrouded - 4 Wall |
| Termination | Solder |
| Contact shape | Square |
| Rows | 2 |
| Pitch | 0.100\" (2.54mm) |
| Positions | 20 |
| Row spacing - mating | 0.100\" (2.54mm) |
| Contact finish - post | Tin |
| Contact length - post | 0.135\" (3.43mm) |
| Contact finish - mating | Gold |
| Contact length - mating | 0.318\" (8.08mm) |
| Contact finish thickness - post | 100.0µin (2.54µm) |
| Contact finish thickness - mating | 15.0µin (0.38µm) |
The detent lock holds the mating half in place under vibration, which matters for industrial or transport equipment where the board sees mechanical shock.
The tin-plated solder posts (100.0 µinch) wet well in wave or hand soldering.
Yes, the 5-102570-8 is RoHS compliant per TE's listing. The housing material is rated UL94 V-0.