Current, Temperature, and Contact Plating
The post finish is tin, which solders cleanly into the plated through-hole.
Right-Angle Orientation and Mating Geometry
Through-hole, right-angle mounting means the pins exit the board parallel to the PCB surface. The post length is 0.110 inches (2.79 mm), which fits a typical 0.062-inch board with enough tail for a good solder fillet.
