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    PCB Headers

    PCB (Printed circuit board) headers are a type of electrical connector that allows you to join connections to a PCB using a single block. Typically headers have one side that is designed to be surface mounted and soldered onto the board with the other side allowing connections. Pins on the header can also be surrounded by a shroud to make the unit more secure, prevent pins from bending and allow locking.

    Why use PCB headers?

    PCB headers enable the user to make multiple electrical connections to a PCB using one connection block or cable. They're also easy to use. Simply solder a PCB header onto your board and you'll be ready to make connections to multiple pins. Typically each pin can be used for varying things such as data or power.

    PCB headers also make a great introduction to learner electronics since they're simple to understand and have one primary function of allowing wire-to-board. Incorporating them into learning boards, kits and other accessories is popular with the likes of Arduino, Raspberry Pi and other single board computers.

    Types of PCB headers:

    PCB headers are made in both shrouded (where the connections are housed in a plastic case) and non-shrouded pin header types. Shrouded connectors are more robust and less likely to cause short circuits, but do take up more space on the PCB. Pin headers, by contrast, are easier to work with and suit a wider range of applications.

    • Single or double-row pin headers: The most commonly used types of PCB headers are single- or double-row pin headers. These are produced in matching male and female versions and are made from folded sheet metal with a square cross-section.
    • Machine-pin headers: Machine-pin headers have a circular cross-section, which fits more precisely into round PCB holes, providing a better electrical connection, greater durability and an increased lifespan.
    • Angled connectors: Headers can come in a variety of different angles. Some of the most common angles are straight, 90° and 180°. Angled headers can be useful if you need to reduce strain on a cable or need more room on your board verticall/horizontally.

    16230 Products showing for PCB Headers

    JST
    PUD
    2.0mm
    24
    2
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Surface Mount
    Solder
    Copper Alloy
    Tin
    -
    3.0A
    -
    250.0 V
    -
    -
    Molex
    KK 254
    2.54mm
    2
    1
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    4A
    6373
    250 V
    -
    -
    Molex
    C-Grid III
    2.54mm
    30
    2
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Gold
    -
    3.0A
    90130
    350 V ac/dc
    -
    -
    Amphenol Communications Solutions
    Bergstik
    2.54mm
    4
    2
    -
    -
    Unshrouded
    -
    Through Hole
    Through Hole
    Phosphor Bronze
    -
    -
    3A
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    -
    2.54mm
    72
    2
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    -
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    4.0A
    -
    -
    2.96mm
    14.5mm
    JST
    EH
    2.5mm
    7
    1
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    3.0A
    -
    250 V ac/dc
    -
    -
    Molex
    KK 254
    2.54mm
    4
    1
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Copper Alloy
    Tin
    -
    4.0A
    47053
    500.0 V
    3.5mm
    -
    Wurth Elektronik
    WR-PHD
    2.54mm
    15
    1
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Board to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Copper Alloy
    -
    -
    3.0A
    -
    250.0 V
    -
    6.0mm
    Molex
    6410
    2.54mm
    6
    1
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    4.0A
    6410
    250 V
    3.56mm
    -
    TE Connectivity
    Universal MATE-N-LOK
    6.35mm
    4
    1
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Phosphor Bronze
    Tin
    -
    19.0A
    -
    600 V ac
    -
    -
    JST
    EH
    2.5mm
    4
    1
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    3.0A
    -
    250 V ac/dc
    -
    -
    TE Connectivity
    MTA-156
    3.96mm
    3
    1
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Copper Alloy
    Tin
    -
    7.0A
    -
    600 V ac
    -
    -
    Molex
    Mini-Fit Jr.
    4.2mm
    6
    2
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    9A
    5566
    600 V ac/dc
    -
    -
    Molex
    KK 254
    2.54mm
    5
    1
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    4A
    6410
    250 V
    3.56mm
    -
    Stelvio Kontek
    475
    2.54mm
    5
    1
    Straight
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Phosphor Bronze
    -
    -
    4.0A
    -
    1.0 kV
    -
    -
    Molex
    C-Grid III
    2.54mm
    8
    2
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Gold
    -
    3.0A
    90131
    350 V
    2.9mm
    6.75mm
    JST
    XH
    2.5mm
    2
    1
    Right Angle
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    3.0A
    S2B
    250.0 V
    -
    -
    Amphenol ICC
    Minitek127
    1.27mm
    20
    2
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    Board to Board
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Copper Alloy
    Gold
    -
    1.0A
    -
    125.0 V
    -
    -
    JST
    SH
    1.0mm
    2
    1
    Right Angle
    -
    Shrouded
    Wire to Board
    Surface Mount
    Solder
    Copper Alloy
    Tin
    -
    1.0A
    -
    50 V ac/dc
    -
    -
    Preci-Dip
    -
    1.27mm
    14
    2
    Straight
    -
    Unshrouded
    -
    Through Hole
    Solder
    Brass
    Tin
    -
    1.0A
    -
    100 V ac, 150 V dc
    -
    -
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