Connector identity and series fit
A latch holder provides positive retention against accidental disconnection.
Termination and mounting choices
Press-fit is ideal for solderless backplane assembly where rework or high-volume throughput matters; solder provides a robust connection for lower-volume builds or where the board is already through-hole populated. Through-hole mounting gives stronger mechanical retention than SMT — important when the cable or mating connector exerts strain on the header.
Keying and assembly aids
A board guide and keying slot are built into the header. The black thermoplastic housing is standard for the series.
Lifecycle and sourcing posture
For volume procurement, the part is quoted to order. The package is tube, which feeds well into hand-load or selective placement — not tape-and-reel, so factor that into your line setup if automated placement is planned.
Peer comparison: 1394090-1
Both are shrouded 4-wall headers with latch holder fastening and tin plating. Key differences: 1394090-1 has 6 positions (vs 2), a 0.112" (2.85 mm) pitch (vs 0.100"), right-angle through-hole mounting (vs vertical), and solder-only termination (vs press-fit/solder). The 39.4 µin tin thickness on 1394090-1 is thinner than the 100.0 µin on 5-104450-1.