Rectangular Connectors - Board In, Direct Wire to Board

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CWR-142-50-0003 CW Industries	CONN IDC 50POS 28-30AWG VERT	0
0905842316 Woodhead - Molex	CONN DIP HDR IDC 16POS PCB	0
7840-0000PR 3M	CONN DIP HDR IDC 40P VERT	96
009176003732106 Elco (AVX)	CONN WIRE IDC 3POS 24AWG SMD	1786
DF4-26DP-2C Hirose	CONN HSG CRIMP 26POS	0
06DB-8M(LF) JST	CONN WIRE IDC 6POS 24-28AWG PCB	0
CWR-130-14-0003 CW Industries	CONN DIP HDR IDC 14POS VERT	0
1658525-2 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	CONN DIP HDR IDC 34POS VERT	1105
009296005503906 Elco (AVX)	CONN WIR POKE-IN 5P 18-26AWG SMD	0
690207102672 Würth Elektronik Midcom	WR-MM TRANSITION CONNECTOR	22
3-216791-4 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	CONN DIP HDR IDC 34POS PCB	0
746610-2 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	CONN DIP HDR IDC 14POS VERT	0
CWR-142-40-0003 CW Industries	CONN IDC 40POS 28-30AWG VERT	0
PRT-16538 SparkFun	POKE HOME CONNECTOR - 2-PIN	278
AWLP 50/3,2-T ASSMANN WSW Components	CONN DIP HDR IDC 50POS VERT	30
690207101872 Würth Elektronik Midcom	WR-MM TRANSITION CONNECTOR	44
709177001601006 Elco (AVX)	CONN CONTACT IDC 14AWG VERT	669
2-2106431-3 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	CONN WIRE IDC 3POS 22AWG SMD RA	386
709177001501006 Elco (AVX)	CONN CONTACT IDC 14AWG SMD	14278
1-215570-0 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	CONN DIP HDR IDC 10POS 28AWG PCB	0

Rectangular Connectors - Board In, Direct Wire to Board

1. Overview

Rectangular connectors with Board In and Direct Wire to Board configurations are standardized electro-mechanical interfaces designed for high-density electrical connections between printed circuit boards (PCBs) or between wires and PCBs. Board In connectors feature male/female contacts mounted directly onto PCBs for board-to-board stacking, while Direct Wire to Board connectors enable termination of discrete wires to PCBs without intermediate harnesses. These connectors are critical in modern electronics for enabling compact designs, reliable signal/power transmission, and modular system architectures across industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial automation.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Vertical Board In	Perpendicular PCB stacking with high mating force tolerance	Smartphones, industrial control panels
Right-Angle Board In	90 PCB interconnection for space-constrained designs	Automotive infotainment systems
Direct Wire to Board (Crimp)	Field-terminable contacts with crimped wire connections	Home appliances, medical devices
Direct Wire to Board (Solder)	High-reliability solder terminations for fixed wiring	Aerospace electronics, test equipment

3. Structure and Components

Typical construction includes:

Insulating Housing: Thermoplastic (e.g., LCP, PBT) or thermoset materials with UL94 V-0 flammability rating
Contact Elements: Phosphor bronze or beryllium copper with Au/Ni plating (0.05-0.76 m Au thickness)
Polarization Features: Keying slots and color coding for mating assurance
Retention Mechanism: Integral latches or threaded hardware (M2-M4 screws)
Shielding: Optional EMI suppression via stamped metal cans (100MHz-10GHz attenuation)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Significance	Typical Values
Current Rating	Determines power transmission capacity	0.5A-15A/contact
Dielectric Withstanding Voltage	Safety isolation performance	500VAC-2500VAC
Contact Resistance	Signal integrity indicator	5-20m (initial)
Operating Temperature	Environmental durability range	-55 C to +125 C
Mating Cycle Life	Long-term reliability metric	500-10,000 cycles

5. Application Fields

Consumer Electronics: Laptop docking stations, gaming consoles
Automotive: Powertrain control modules, ADAS sensors
Industrial: PLC racks, CNC machine interfaces
Medical: Diagnostic imaging equipment, patient monitors

Case Study: TE Connectivity's 1-104846-2 connector used in automotive engine control units achieves IP67 sealing with direct wire-to-board termination of 22-28AWG sensor cables.

6. Leading Manufacturers and Representative Products

Manufacturer	Product Line	Key Specifications
TE Connectivity	MicroSpeed Direct Wire	0.8mm pitch, 3Gbps data rate, 1000V isolation
Molex	SlimStack Wire-to-Board	1.25mm pitch, 3A current, 200 cycle durability
Amphenol	ECOS Board In	Surface-mount compliant, 1.0mm wire capacity

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include:

Current/voltage requirements vs. contact cross-section area
Wire gauge compatibility (typically 30-16AWG)
Environmental sealing needs (IP65+ for industrial applications)
Automated assembly compatibility (press-fit vs. solder options)
Signal integrity requirements (impedance control for >1Gbps applications)

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Miniaturization: 0.4mm pitch connectors for wearable devices
High-Speed Transmission: Differential pair designs supporting USB4/PCIe 5.0
Material Innovation: Biodegradable PBT for RoHS compliance
Smart Manufacturing: Embedded sensors for predictive maintenance
Automotive Focus: 800V EV connector systems with active thermal management