3-146509-3 Rectangular Connectors - Board Spacers, Stackers (Board to Board) 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.

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 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.

Indicates how the component is attached to the PCB or chassis, such as surface mount, through-hole, or panel mount. This affects assembly processes, thermal performance, and mechanical stability. Choose based on your manufacturing capabilities and application environment.

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.

Current stage in the product's lifecycle, such as Active, Obsolete, or End of Life. This indicates availability and long-term supply risk. Check this before designing in a part to ensure it will be available for your product's production lifetime.

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.

Lists any extra characteristics or capabilities beyond the standard specifications, such as built-in protection, special mounting options, or enhanced performance. Review these features to ensure they meet your application's specific needs and compare them across similar parts.

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.

Indicates the certification body that has tested and approved the component for safety or regulatory compliance. Buyers should verify this matches their target market requirements, and engineers should check the datasheet for the specific standards and marks.

Specifies the mechanical method used to secure the component to the printed circuit board, such as through-hole, surface mount, or press-fit. This affects assembly reliability and vibration resistance. Verify the retention type against your PCB design and manufacturing process to ensure proper fit and long-term durability.

Specifies whether the electrical contact is male (pin) or female (socket). This determines mating compatibility with the corresponding connector half. Verify the gender against the connector housing and mating part to ensure proper insertion and reliable electrical connection.

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.

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 the geometric profile of the contact interface, such as round, square, or flat. This affects mating reliability and current density. Verify the shape against the connector datasheet to ensure proper fit and performance in your application.

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.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. government. Determines whether the component requires an export license. Essential for international trade compliance. Verify the ECCN with the manufacturer or supplier before shipping to avoid legal issues.

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 the maximum continuous current the component can safely carry under specified conditions. Compare this value with your circuit's expected load to ensure reliable operation. Always verify against the datasheet for temperature derating and mounting considerations.

Specifies the lowest ambient temperature at which the component is guaranteed to function within its electrical and mechanical specifications. Verify this limit against the datasheet for your application's thermal environment, especially for automotive or industrial designs.

Indicates the product series or family, grouping components with similar design and specifications. Helps identify compatible parts and compare within a product line. Verify the series against the datasheet to ensure correct application.

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.

Shows whether the component complies with the EU REACH regulation. Essential for legal market access in Europe. Check the manufacturer's latest statement to confirm that no substances of very high concern are present above the threshold.

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.

Specifies the highest ambient temperature at which the component reliably functions. Compare this limit with your application's thermal environment to ensure safe operation. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves and test conditions, as exceeding this value may cause performance degradation or permanent damage.

Specifies the thickness of the metal plating on connector contacts or terminals. Thicker plating generally improves corrosion resistance and durability. Verify this value against the datasheet when selecting parts for harsh environments or high mating cycle applications.

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 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.

Specifies the plating thickness on the mating contact surface, which affects durability, corrosion resistance, and insertion cycles. Compare values across connectors to ensure reliable electrical contact and long-term performance. Verify against the datasheet for your application.

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.

Length of the lead or wire extending from the component body, important for through-hole mounting and soldering. This dimension affects how the component sits on the board and the solder joint quality. Verify it matches your PCB hole depth and assembly process.

Specifies the metal coating applied to the contact surfaces of connectors, switches, or relays. This finish affects conductivity, corrosion resistance, and durability. Engineers should verify the plating material and thickness against the datasheet to ensure reliable performance in the intended environment.

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 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.

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.

Indicates the color of the component's outer housing, which may aid in visual identification and inventory management. Verify the color against the manufacturer's datasheet or product photos, as it does not affect electrical performance but may be important for assembly or aesthetic 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 component's physical orientation when mounted on the PCB, such as vertical, horizontal, or angled. This affects layout, clearance, and thermal management. Verify against the datasheet for proper assembly and to avoid interference with neighboring parts.

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 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 length of the contact tail that extends beyond the insulator or mounting surface. This dimension affects PCB hole depth and solder joint reliability. Verify against the datasheet for proper mating and mechanical fit.

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.

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.

Distance between rows of contacts in the mating connector, typically measured in millimeters or inches. This dimension ensures proper alignment and fit with the counterpart. Verify it against the connector housing and PCB layout to avoid assembly issues.

Specifies the maximum continuous current each contact can safely carry. Compare this rating with your application's load requirements to prevent overheating or contact degradation. Always verify against the datasheet for derating curves and ambient temperature conditions.

Indicates whether the component can be physically stacked with identical units to save board space or increase capacity. Check the datasheet for stacking orientation, mechanical tolerances, and any derating requirements when used in stacked configurations.

Length of the post that engages with the mating connector. This dimension affects the connection depth and mechanical stability. Ensure it matches the mating connector's receptacle depth to achieve proper contact and avoid damage during insertion.

Specifies the total height when multiple components are stacked vertically. This dimension is critical for board clearance and mechanical fit in dense assemblies. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper enclosure and mating with adjacent parts.

Total number of electrical contacts in the connector, which determines the maximum number of circuits that can be connected. This is a critical parameter for matching the connector to your wire harness requirements. Ensure the contact count aligns with your signal and power needs.

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.

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.

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.

Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States code for customs classification. Essential for import/export documentation and duty calculation. Verify the correct code with a trade specialist to avoid customs delays.

This code indicates the terminal finish material per JESD-609 standard. It helps identify the plating type for soldering compatibility and environmental compliance. Check the datasheet for the exact code and its meaning.