Board-to-board or cable — what this 6-position header does
The 5-146254-3: This is a 6-position, dual-row breakaway header from the AMPMODU Mod II series, pitched at 0.100" (2.54mm) — the standard grid for prototyping and production wire-to-board and board-to-board interconnects. The UL94 V-0 LCP housing handles wave-solder and reflow profiles without distortion.
The 6-position, dual-row layout occupies a 0.300" x 0.200" board footprint. Compared to the shrouded, right-angle 1-1871673-2 (4 positions, 0.098" pitch, board lock), this header trades polarisation and retention for a lower profile and straight-through routing. The 953440-3 (6 positions, same pitch) adds a friction lock and mounting flange for automotive duty — but uses a UL94 HB housing, not V-0.
