Terminal Blocks - Headers, Plugs and Sockets

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
37.556 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 6 P 5.00MM STL950/06G	0
PV18-3,50-K Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 18P 350MM VERTICAL 11	0
36.119 Altech Corporation	PCB PLUG 19P 5.08MM VERT AKZ1200	0
SVR08-5,00 Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 500MMPS VERT 8P 12A300V	0
PV03-5,08-K Altech Corporation	PCB VERTHEADERSCREW FLANGE 508PS	100
SVP03-10,16 Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 1016MMPS VERT 3P 12A300	0
37.355 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 5 P 5.00MM STL950/055	0
SH10-10,16 Altech Corporation	PCBPLUG 1016MMPS 10P 12A 300V GR	0
37.702 Altech Corporation	PCB PLUG 2 P 5.00MM HORIZONTAL A	800
PHP06-7,50 Altech Corporation	PCB HDR HORIZ 75MMPS CLOSED END	0
37.716 Altech Corporation	PCB PLUG 16 P 5.00MM HORIZONTAL	0
SVF08-5,08 Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 508MMPS VERT 8P 12A300V	50
SH06-10,16-K Altech Corporation	PCBPLUGWITH SCREW FLANGE 1016MM	0
PVP17-3,50 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 17P 350MM VERTICAL 11	0
38.206 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 6 P 7.62MM STLZ960/06	0
PHP08-3,50 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 8P 350MM HORIZONTAL 1	750
SVF22-3,81-K Altech Corporation	PLUG PCB 22P 381MM VERT 11A 300V	0
37.653 Altech Corporation	PCB HEADER 3 P 5.08MM STLZ990/03	0
PHP02-7,50 Altech Corporation	PCB HDR HORIZ 75MMPS CLOSED END	0
PH05-10,16-K Altech Corporation	PCB HORIZHDRSCREW FLANGE 1016PS	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