What this 15-position right-angle header is built for
The 6-103635-4 is a single-row, 15-position header from TE's AMPMODU MTE series, designed for board-to-board or board-to-cable interconnects.
How the gold plating and latch affect field reliability
The tin-plated solder tails (100.0µin) provide a reliable solder joint without gold embrittlement risk. This is especially relevant for automotive and industrial panels where the assembly sees shock and movement. The keying slot on the header ensures correct orientation during mating, eliminating mis-wire risks.
Peer comparison — when to choose 6-103635-4 over 1394090-1
The closest functional sibling is 1394090-1, a 6-position right-angle header from the same AMPMODU MTE family. The key difference: 6-103635-4 carries 15 positions with gold mating finish (15.0µin), while 1394090-1 has 6 positions and tin mating finish (39.4µin). For signal paths requiring higher cycle life or corrosion resistance, the gold-plated 6-103635-4 is the better choice. For lower-cost, lower-cycle applications, the tin-plated 1394090-1 may suffice.