Tyco Electronics Introduces a New Line of RoHS Compliant Surface Mount Headers

Tyco Electronics Corporation has introduced a new line of RoHS compliant surface mount headers. The new MTA-100 surface mount headers offer designers a surface mount connector product with .100-inch centerlines that can withstand up to 280°C soldering temperatures. Additionally, MTA-100 surface mount headers are conveniently packaged in tape and reel (225 per reel) further enhancing the product's processing. MTA-100 surface mount headers are suitable for power connections on a wide range of industrial and commercial electronics including: garage door controls, HVAC controls, household appliances and power supplies. The new headers are designed to mate with Tyco Electronics' MTA-100 insulation displacement connectors and CST-100 II crimp, snap connectors.

Available in two through eighteen contact positions, MTA-100 surface mount headers are rated for 250VAC and 5 amps. Contact finishes include: tin, 15 micro inch gold, and 30 micro inches gold. The housing is UL 94-V0 high temperature black nylon. Additionally, housings have back wall polarization housings and offer friction locking.

Associated Link: http://www.force-elec.com/products/tyco/MTA-100_surface_mount_headers.pdf

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