TE Connectivity AMP-LATCH Series Straight Through Hole PCB Header, 20 Contacts, 2.54 mm Pitch, 2 Row, Shrouded 2-5499206-4

The TE Connectivity AMP-LATCH Series Straight Through Hole PCB Header, model 2-5499206-4, is engineered for wire-to-board connections requiring high reliability and secure mating. This header features 20 male contacts arranged in a 2-row format with a 2.54 mm pitch, making it suitable for interfaces with standard IDC ribbon cable receptacles, and PCB assemblies in commercial and industrial equipment.

Designed with military, center, and dual polarization features, the AMP-LATCH header ensures precise and error-free mating, reducing the risk of misalignment. The ejector latch system provides robust retention, allowing secure insertion and reliable removal during service or upgrades.

The contacts are fabricated from phosphor bronze and finished with gold plating for enhanced conductivity and corrosion resistance, ideal for signal integrity in electronics. The nylon housing offers mechanical durability, thermal resilience, and electrical insulation.

This shrouded, through-hole header is rated up to 250V and 1A, supporting electrical performance requirements for sensitive electronic processing and control systems. Its notable temperature range, from -65°C to 105°C, makes it reliable for continuous operation in challenging environments including medical instrumentation, industrial automation, business equipment, networking hardware, storage devices, appliances, and testing platforms.

Applications include PCB wiring for PCs, servers, industrial controls, and electronic devices needing secure connections with IDC ribbon cables. Mounting type is through hole, with solder termination, ensuring robust mechanical anchorage to boards and stable performance.

Whether used in laboratory prototypes, manufacturing lines, commercial electronics, or medical technical equipment, the TE Connectivity AMP-LATCH header delivers critical electrical and mechanical stability, contributing to long-term system reliability.

Military, center, and dual polarization design for precise connection. Ejector latch enables secure mating and efficient removal. Gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts for conductivity and durability. Nylon housing withstands heat, impacts, and cycling.

Wide applicability in industrial, medical, networking, and business equipment. Supports wire-to-board setups and robust PCB integration. Temperature resilience with -65°C to 105°C operating window. Rated for 250V, 1A electrical use in demanding environments.

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