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Blindmateable vertical headers have been added to the 4.2 mm PE series connector system. The system is a wire-to-wire, wire-to-board and wire-to-panel connector based on 4.2 mm x 4.2 mm centerlines. Headers are available in even position sizes, ranging from two up to 24. Reportedly can create system where exact positioning of mating connectors is aided by the funnel lead-in of the housing to permit easier alignment and mating in wire-to-board applications. Is available in UL 94V-2 or UL 94V-0 housing materials; contacts are tin-plated or gold-plated brass. Are rated for 9A max. (two-position version) and 600 VAC. Rated for 50 mating and unmating cycles and said to be suitable for intermating and interchanging with competitive products as well as AMP-DUAC connectors.

Tyco Electronics Corp., www.tycoelectronics.com