Terminal Blocks - Headers, Plugs and Sockets

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
37.367 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 17 P 5.00MM STL950/17	0
37.013 Altech Corporation	PCB PLUG 13P 5.08MM HORZ 15A GRN	60
PV20-5,08-K Altech Corporation	PCB VERTHEADERSCREW FLANGE 508PS	0
SH16-3,50-K Altech Corporation	PCBPLUG 16P 350MM HORIZONTAL 11A	0
PI15-5,08 Altech Corporation	PCB HDR 45 DEG 508PITCH OPEN END	0
PH06-7,50 Altech Corporation	PCB HDR HORIZ 75MMPS OPEN END6PS	0
PV08-3,81-K Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 8P 381MM VERTICAL 11A	0
SVF15-3,81-K Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 15P 381MM VERT 11A 300V	0
SH12-5,08 Altech Corporation	PCBPLUG 508MMPS 12P12A300VGRN	450
PH14-5,00 Altech Corporation	PCB HORIZ HEADER5MMPS 14POPEN EN	0
SVP04-3,50-K Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 4P 350MM VERT 11A 300V	0
PVP06-5,00-L Altech Corporation	VERT HEADER 5MM 144MMPINS 6P 12A	0
PH02-3,81-K Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 2P 381MM HORIZONTAL 1	0
36.467 Altech Corporation	PCB HDR 17P 3.81MM STLZ1550/17G3	0
37.768 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 18 P 5.08MM STLZ990/1	0
PV22-5,08-K Altech Corporation	PCB VERTHEADERSCREW FLANGE 508PS	0
SVP22-3,81 Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 22P 381MM VERT 11A 300V	0
PV14-3,81 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 14P 381MM VERTICAL 11	0
PDSH14-5,08 Altech Corporation	DOUBLE LVL HDR HORIZ 28P 508MMPS	0
PH03-10,00 Altech Corporation	PCB HDR HORIZ 10MMPS 3P OPEN END	0

Terminal Blocks - Headers, Plugs and Sockets

1. Overview

Terminal blocks, headers, plugs, and sockets are essential components in electrical and electronic systems for establishing reliable connections between circuits. These devices enable signal transmission, power distribution, and system modularity. Their standardized designs ensure interoperability, scalability, and ease of maintenance in complex systems.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
Terminal Blocks	Screw/clamp-based connections for high current/ voltage	Industrial control panels, power distribution units
PCB Headers	Pin/grid arrays for board-to-board connections	Embedded systems, Arduino shields
RJ Connectors	Modular jacks for data/telecom signals	Ethernet networks (RJ45), telephone systems (RJ11)
D-Sub Connectors	Multi-pin trapezoidal shells for analog/digital signals	Legacy serial interfaces, industrial sensors
USB Connectors	Hot-pluggable interfaces for power/data	Consumer electronics, peripheral devices

3. Structure and Components

Typical structures include:

Insulating housing (PA66, PBT, or LCP plastics)
Contact elements (phosphor bronze, beryllium copper)
Plating materials (gold, tin, nickel for corrosion resistance)
Actuation mechanisms (screws, spring clamps, or friction fits)
EMI shielding layers (for high-frequency applications)

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Importance
Current Rating (A)	Determines power handling capacity
Voltage Rating (V)	Defines dielectric strength requirements
Contact Resistance (m )	Impacts signal integrity and power loss
Insertion Loss (dB)	Critical for high-speed data transmission
Mating Cycles	Indicates mechanical durability
Operating Temperature (- C to + C)	Defines environmental tolerance

5. Application Fields

Primary industries include:

Industrial automation (PLCs, HMIs)
Telecommunications (5G base stations, routers)
Consumer electronics (smartphones, wearables)
Medical equipment (imaging devices, patient monitors)
Automotive (EV charging systems, ADAS)

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product
Phoenix Contact	COMBICON series terminal blocks
TE Connectivity	MICRO MATCH connectors
Molex	SL Series headers
Amphenol	D-Subminiature connectors
Samtec	QTE high-speed socket systems

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

Electrical requirements (current/voltage levels)
Mechanical constraints (space, vibration)
Environmental factors (temperature, humidity)
Signal integrity needs (frequency, noise rejection)
Cost vs. reliability trade-offs
Compliance with standards (IPC, IEC, UL)

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments include:

Miniaturization for wearable devices
High-speed connectors for 5G/6G ( 25 Gbps)
Hybrid connectors integrating power/data
Eco-friendly materials (halogen-free, RoHS compliant)
Smart connectors with built-in sensors
Automotive-grade connectors for EVs