Board Layout Fit: Pitch, Orientation, and Pinout
The 0.230" mating pin length and 0.120" post length give enough reach for standard mating receptacles and solder joints.
Comparing to Shrouded Alternatives
This header is unshrouded — the pins are exposed, which simplifies manual mating but offers no polarisation or pin protection. If your application sees vibration or requires blind mating, consider a shrouded alternative like TE 1-1871673-2 (4 positions, 0.098" pitch, detent lock) or 953440-3 (6 positions, 0.100" pitch, friction lock). Both are active and right-angle, but add a shroud for alignment and retention.