Tyco wire-to-board interface comes in single-row version

The AMP Micro MATE-N-LOK soft-shell connector system features single-row, 3mm pitched contacts with a maximum rating of 250V and 5A. It can accommodate 20AWG to 24AWG or 26AWG to 30AWG wires. The wire-to-board, pin and receptacle system also features dual-beam contacts for improved mating area and high-temperature housings for IR processing.

The single-row connector is specifically designed for garage door openers, household appliances and gaming equipment. It can also provide power and signal I/O, and power interface interconnections.

The Micro MATE-N-LOK connectors are available in two to 12 positions. Header configurations include vertical and right-angle. Both styles are available in either through-hole or surface-mount versions with either plastic or mechanical hold-downs.

The header and receptacle housings are constructed of UL 94V-0 nylon, while the header pin and receptacle contacts are available in brass, tin and 15 micro-inch or 30 micro-inch gold plating.

Vertical headers with tin-plated contacts are priced at 8.3 cents each per line for more than six positions in quantities of 5,000. The receptacle housings are priced at 2.4 cents each per line for more than six positions, also in similar quantities.