6123215-1 Card Edge Connectors - Edgeboard Connectors by TE Connectivity

Describes the specific configuration or variant of the component, such as packaging, lead form, or mounting style. Engineers compare options to match exact design requirements. Always check the option code against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your application.

Lifecycle status of the part, such as active or obsolete. Indicates availability and long-term support from the manufacturer. Check this before design-in to avoid last-time buys or supply disruptions. Verify with the datasheet or distributor for current status.

Specifies the type of filtering the component provides, such as EMI, RFI, or signal conditioning. Compare this attribute when selecting parts for noise suppression or signal integrity. Verify the exact filter topology and performance against the datasheet.

A more specific classification within the main product category, such as 'Ceramic Capacitor' under 'Capacitors'. This helps narrow down search results and compare similar components. Use it to filter products with similar characteristics and intended applications.

Identifies the company that designed and produced the component. Buyers often filter by manufacturer to ensure brand reliability, quality standards, and supply chain consistency. Verify the manufacturer against the datasheet and official packaging to avoid counterfeit parts.

Indicates the form of delivery for the component, such as tape and reel, tube, or tray. This affects handling, storage, and assembly processes. Verify the packaging type matches your production requirements and equipment compatibility.

UL flammability rating of the material used in the component, indicating its resistance to ignition and flame spread. This is important for safety compliance in end products. Check the rating against your application's required safety standards and environmental conditions.

Specifies how many rows of contacts the connector has, typically one, two, or more. This affects the connector's footprint, pin count, and mating force. Choose the row count based on your PCB layout and required pin density. Verify with the datasheet for exact row spacing.

Lists the product categories or classifications assigned to this component, such as connectors, capacitors, or modules. This helps in filtering and comparing similar parts. Review the categories to ensure the component fits your application and to find alternative parts in the same class.

Describes the arrangement and spacing of electrical contacts on the printed circuit board footprint. This attribute is critical for ensuring proper soldering and electrical connection. Verify against the recommended PCB layout in the datasheet to avoid assembly issues.

Specifies the color of the insulating material used in the component. This helps identify the part visually and can be important for assembly, maintenance, or aesthetic requirements. Verify the color against the datasheet or physical sample when color coding is critical for your application.

Indicates compliance with the European End-of-Life Vehicle directive, restricting hazardous substances in automotive components. Verify this attribute when sourcing parts for vehicles to ensure environmental and regulatory compliance. Check the datasheet or certificate for specific ELV status.

Reliability rating or qualification indicates the component's expected performance under specified conditions over time. Compare reliability levels when selecting parts for critical applications, and verify the qualification standard against the datasheet to ensure it meets your requirements.

Specifies how many separate conductive paths are inside the component, such as wires in a cable or traces in a connector. This affects current capacity and signal routing. Verify against the datasheet for proper circuit design and compatibility.

Indicates the typical duration from order confirmation to shipment from the manufacturer's facility. This helps you plan production schedules and inventory. Verify current lead times with your distributor or supplier, as they may vary based on order quantity, product availability, and market conditions.

Specifies the metal alloy used for the electrical contact surfaces, affecting conductivity, wear resistance, and corrosion behavior. Compare materials like silver, gold, or palladium for signal integrity and durability. Verify against datasheet for application-specific requirements.

Indicates whether the component is manufactured without lead, complying with RoHS and similar regulations. Check this attribute to ensure environmental compliance for your market. Verify against the datasheet for exact material declarations.

Harmonized Tariff Schedule code used for customs classification of electronic components. Helps determine duties and regulatory requirements. Buyers should confirm the code with a customs broker for accurate shipping.

Indicates the industry specification or standard the component complies with, such as IEC, MIL, or JEDEC. Buyers use this to ensure regulatory and quality compliance. Verify the exact standard and revision against the datasheet before design-in.

Specifies the maximum voltage that the insulation between conductors can withstand without breakdown. Critical for safety and reliability in power supplies, transformers, and connectors. Engineers must verify this rating against the datasheet for their application's isolation requirements.

Specifies how the component is attached to the PCB, such as through-hole or surface mount. This affects assembly processes, thermal performance, and mechanical strength. Buyers should verify compatibility with their manufacturing capabilities and design requirements.

Specifies the material of the component's outer casing, such as plastic, metal, or ceramic. This affects durability, thermal performance, and environmental resistance. Verify against datasheet for application-specific requirements like flammability or chemical exposure.

Specifies the physical shape or configuration of the electrical contact, such as pin, socket, blade, or crimp. This affects mating compatibility and reliability. Verify the contact style against the connector series and datasheet to ensure proper fit and performance in your application.

Specifies the center-to-center distance between parallel rows of contacts on the PCB footprint. This dimension is critical for ensuring proper alignment with mating connectors or sockets. Verify against the datasheet when designing the board layout or selecting a connector to avoid mechanical interference.

Physical depth of the component body, measured in millimeters or inches. This dimension affects PCB layout and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet for proper clearance in your enclosure or assembly.

This attribute highlights special characteristics or functions of the component, such as built-in protection, mounting style, or unique performance traits. Engineers compare these features to match specific application requirements. Always verify against the datasheet for complete specifications.

Published indicates the date when the product data was released or updated in the catalog. It helps buyers assess the freshness of the information and whether the component is current or possibly obsolete. Check the datasheet for the latest revisions.

Indicates the resistance between insulated conductors or contacts, typically measured in megohms. High values ensure minimal leakage current and safe operation. Check datasheet for minimum acceptable levels under specified test conditions.

Specifies the plating thickness on the contact surface, which affects durability, corrosion resistance, and mating cycle life. Compare values across similar connectors to ensure reliable performance in your application, and verify against the datasheet for exact specifications.

Total number of contact positions in the connector. This determines the maximum number of electrical connections possible. Compare with your circuit requirements and verify against the datasheet to ensure the connector matches your pin count and layout.

Minimum force required to withdraw a connector from its mating part. Ensures reliable mechanical retention and prevents accidental disconnection. Engineers compare this for applications with vibration or shock. Check datasheet for test conditions.

This attribute describes the type of shielding applied to a component or cable, such as foil, braid, or a combination, to protect against electromagnetic interference. Buyers and engineers use it to ensure compatibility with EMC requirements and to maintain signal integrity in sensitive applications. Confirm the shielding effectiveness with the datasheet.

Indicates the specific product subcategories or classifications within the broader component family. Helps narrow down search results and identify the exact type of component needed for your design. Review the subcategory to ensure compatibility with your application.

Contact resistance measures the electrical resistance at the interface between mating contacts. Lower values indicate better conductivity and less heat generation. Compare this parameter across connectors, relays, and switches to ensure reliable signal integrity and power transfer. Always verify against the datasheet for your specific application.

Specifies the form factor or standard of the card, such as PCIe, M.2, or CFast. This determines physical dimensions, connector interface, and compatibility with your system. Verify the card type against your motherboard or device specifications before ordering to ensure proper fit and function.

The center-to-center distance between adjacent contacts in a connector. Pitch determines the connector's size and PCB footprint requirements. Smaller pitch allows higher density but may require more precise manufacturing. Verify pitch matches your board layout and mating connector to ensure reliable connections.

Specifies the highest ambient temperature at which the component can operate reliably. Check this limit against your application's thermal environment to prevent overheating and ensure long-term stability. Always verify with the datasheet for derating curves.

Indicates the number of mating cycles a connector can endure before electrical or mechanical failure. Compare this value when selecting connectors for frequent insertion and removal. Verify the rated cycles in the datasheet to ensure long-term reliability in your application.

Indicates if the component is designed to withstand ionizing radiation in space, nuclear, or high-energy physics applications. Compare radiation-tolerant vs. radiation-hardened parts for mission-critical designs. Verify the total ionizing dose (TID) and single-event effect (SEE) ratings in the datasheet.

Specifies how the component attaches to the PCB or assembly, such as surface mount, through-hole, or chassis mount. This affects soldering process, mechanical stability, and thermal performance. Verify compatibility with your board layout and assembly capabilities.

Indicates whether the component is lead-free per RoHS or other directives. Buyers use this to verify environmental compliance and avoid restricted substances. Always confirm with the datasheet or certificate of compliance.

Indicates whether the component complies with German DIN standards. Verify this attribute when the application requires specific mechanical, electrical, or safety specifications defined by DIN. Check the datasheet for the exact DIN number and edition to ensure compatibility with your system.

Indicates whether the connector combines different contact types, such as signal, power, or coaxial, in one housing. This attribute helps engineers identify versatile interconnect solutions for complex wiring systems. Verify the exact contact arrangement and ratings in the datasheet before design-in.

Indicates whether the component meets military specifications (MIL-SPEC) for reliability, performance, and environmental resistance. This is critical for defense, aerospace, and high-reliability applications. Verify the specific MIL standard and test conditions in the datasheet.

Indicates whether the component meets International Electrotechnical Commission standards. Check this attribute to ensure compatibility with international safety and performance requirements. Verify the specific IEC standard listed in the datasheet for your application.

Describes the method used to connect the component to the circuit board, such as solder, press-fit, or wire wrap. This affects assembly processes, reliability, and repairability. Check the termination type against your PCB footprint and soldering process to ensure compatibility.

Indicates the physical mounting orientation of the connector relative to the PCB or mating direction. Engineers compare this to ensure proper alignment in the assembly. Verify against the datasheet for correct placement and mating.

Specifies how many parallel rows of pins or pads the component footprint occupies on the PCB. This affects board layout, routing, and mechanical fit. Verify against the recommended footprint in the datasheet to ensure proper mounting and soldering.

Describes the physical arrangement of contacts within the connector housing, such as rows and columns. This affects mating compatibility and PCB layout. Always check the pattern against your mating connector and board footprint to ensure proper alignment and avoid assembly issues.

Specifies the plating material on the contact surface, affecting conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Compare finishes like gold, tin, or silver for mating cycle requirements and environmental exposure. Verify the exact finish and thickness in the datasheet to ensure reliable performance in your application.

Gender indicates whether a connector is male (with pins) or female (with sockets). This is critical for mating compatibility in cable assemblies and board-to-board connections. Verify gender against the mating connector part number to ensure proper fit and reliable electrical contact.

Indicates the physical shape and configuration of the connector body or shell, such as circular, rectangular, or D-sub. This affects mounting, mating, and panel cutout requirements. Verify compatibility with your enclosure and mating connector before design-in.

Maximum current rating for signal transmission through the component. This value ensures reliable signal integrity without overheating. Compare it with your circuit's actual signal current to avoid exceeding the limit, and verify derating factors for high-temperature environments.

Specifies the method or type of data readout for the component, such as digital or analog output. Engineers compare this to ensure compatibility with their system's interface and to verify the signal format matches the datasheet specifications.

Specifies the total number of electrical contact points in the connector. This determines the maximum number of circuits that can be connected. Verify against the datasheet to ensure it matches your required pin count and mating connector configuration.

Distance between centers of adjacent leads on a component. Critical for PCB layout and soldering. Engineers compare this to ensure the part fits the footprint. Verify against the datasheet for accurate mounting.

Physical width of the component body, typically in millimeters. Essential for PCB footprint design and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and compatibility with your board layout and enclosure.

Specifies the physical length of the component body, typically in millimeters. This dimension is critical for PCB layout and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and alignment in your design.

Maximum force needed to fully mate a connector pair. Critical for manual assembly ergonomics and automated production tooling. Verify against datasheet to ensure compatibility with your application's insertion equipment and operator comfort.

Specifies the lowest ambient temperature at which the component remains fully functional. Check this limit against your application's environmental extremes to ensure reliable operation. Exceeding this minimum may cause performance degradation or failure, so always verify with the datasheet.

Specifies the dielectric material used to electrically isolate conductors or terminals. This affects voltage ratings, thermal performance, and flammability. Verify compatibility with your operating environment and applicable safety standards before selecting a component for your design.

The unique part number assigned by the original component manufacturer. Use this to cross-reference datasheets, verify specifications, and ensure the exact component matches your design requirements. Always confirm the number against the manufacturer's official documentation.

Specifies the connector series or family, such as USB, RJ45, or D-Sub. This determines mechanical compatibility, pin layout, and mating standards. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the connector matches your board design and mating counterpart.

Indicates whether the component complies with the EU RoHS directive restricting hazardous substances. Buyers should verify this status for regulatory compliance and market access. Check the datasheet or certificate for exact compliance details.

Indicates the floor life of a component before it must be baked prior to soldering. Higher levels require stricter handling and shorter exposure times. Verify the MSL rating in the datasheet to ensure proper storage and assembly conditions.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. Commerce Department. It determines export licensing requirements for electronic components. Verify the ECCN against the manufacturer's datasheet or export compliance documentation before shipping internationally.