The 7-967288-1: This is a 134-position header split into five groups: 9, 24, 52, 40, and 9 circuits. The multi-row layout packs a high signal count into a single board edge footprint, but the routing density demands a multilayer PCB to fan out the inner rows. The board guide aligns the header during placement, and the board lock holds it through the solder wave — both features prevent the connector from shifting under the cable strain that a 134-position harness can exert.
Gold mating contacts and a friction lock — field-service ready, within limits
In a harness assembly that sees multiple connect/disconnect events during vehicle build or field repair, that gold layer preserves signal integrity. If the application sees high shock or constant cable tug, a positive-lock housing on the receptacle side is worth checking. The glass-filled PBT housing keeps its dimensional stability across that span, so the board-lock retention and shroud alignment stay within tolerance after thermal cycling.