6-Position Shielded Mini DIN — Board-Mount Signal Interconnect
It is the board-mount half of a standard Mini DIN interface, mating with the corresponding male cable plug. The shielded shell and keyed orientation make it a common choice for audio, video, and low-speed data signal paths where EMI protection and polarization are needed. The 6-position count matches the standard Mini DIN pinout used in applications like S-Video, composite video, and some instrumentation interfaces.
Shielded Shell and Board Lock — Fit for Signal Integrity and Assembly
The shielded shell provides a continuous ground path around the signal pins. The board lock gives mechanical retention during wave soldering. The keyed shell prevents mis-mating with a different Mini DIN pinout — a standard safeguard in the Mini DIN family.
The mating contacts have a gold flash finish over the copper alloy base. Gold flash is the standard plating grade for Mini DIN signal connectors — it provides adequate corrosion resistance and contact reliability for the moderate mating cycle life expected in consumer and instrumentation gear.