Straight Pins IC Interconnect Components
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Description
Straight Pins IC Interconnect Components are used to connect microelectronic semiconductor chips to printed circuit boards (PCBs) or larger-scale devices. These components serve as a bridge, allowing the flow of electrical current between different parts of an electronic system.
Working Principle
Straight pins work by providing a physical and electrical connection between two conductors. They are typically inserted into a PCB and can be either soldered or plugged in at the pin end. The material of the pins, such as brass or tellurium copper, is chosen for its electrical conductivity and heat dissipation properties. This makes them useful in applications where reliable electrical connections are critical.
Applications
Straight pins are used in a variety of applications, particularly where mechanical or electrical demands are high. Specific examples include power supplies, power converters, and devices that require blind mating or are subject to rough handling. They are also suitable for high current applications, such as DC-DC converters, where the pin size and material are chosen based on the temperature requirements and heat sinking abilities of the environment.
Advantages over other IC Interconnect Components
Straight pins offer several advantages over other types of IC interconnect components. For instance, they provide superior retention when an axial load is applied, which is beneficial in applications where disassembly is not desired. Additionally, the use of materials like tellurium copper enhances electrical conductivity and heat dissipation, making them more efficient in high current applications compared to other materials.
Limitations
One limitation of straight pins is that they may not be suitable for applications where frequent disassembly is required, as they are often designed for permanent or semi-permanent connections. Additionally, the choice of material and size can limit their use in environments with extreme temperature variations or where specific electrical characteristics are needed.
Considerations
When selecting straight pins for IC interconnect applications, several factors should be considered. Initial costs can vary based on the material and size of the pins. Operating expenses may be influenced by the durability and maintenance requirements of the pins, as well as their ability to withstand environmental conditions. Durability is a key consideration, as pins must maintain their integrity over time to ensure reliable connections. Replacement and maintenance costs should also be factored in, particularly in applications where pins may be subject to wear or damage.
from Rego Electronics Inc.
Rego offers bandolier square pins in a wide variety of sizes. We use standard tooling for most products while our tooling is adapted to meet your specific requirements. We handle orders from small batches to large volumes with short production lead time. Our products are applied majorly to rugged... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Mounting: Through-Hole; Press-fit / Solderless Technology
- Product Type: PCB Pins
- Contact Plating: Gold
from JC Cherry, Inc.
Modular Socket for Power Semiconductor Package. For Power Transistor. For SIP Package. For Intelligent Power Module(IPM). - Able to place with various layout according to the package. - Kelvin contact type. - High temperature type. - We also design and manufacture sockets according to your... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Socket Type: DIP; SIP
- Product Type: IC Socket
- Contact Resistance: 20
from Mill-Max Mfg. Corp.
Modular contacts for use on .100 ” grid, available in four heights from .302 ” to .392 ”, supplied in single and double row contact strips. Precision-machined piston / base and gold-plated components assure a 1,000,000 cycle life durability. Pistons have a .045 ” mid. stroke... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Product Type: IC Headers
- Mounting: Through-Hole
from Aries Electronics, Inc.
FEATURES. Converts PLCC packaged ICs-to-DIP footprints. Ideal for prototyping and testing/evaluation. Available with PLCC sockets or PLCC pads on top side. For Panelized Form or for mounting of consigned ICs, consult factory. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. ADAPTER BODY: 0.062 [1.58] thick, FR-4 with 1-oz. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Socket Type: PLCC
- Product Type: Package Adapters / Converters
- Mounting: Through-Hole
from Advanced Interconnections Corp.
The new Mod5 Series Flip-Top ™ BGA Socket is designed for test, debug, and validation of 0.50mm pitch BGA devices. The compact, surface mount design requires no tooling or mounting holes in the target PC board, maximizing real estate while reducing board costs. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Product Type: IC Socket
- Socket Type: BGA
from Harwin Plc
Single Row female crimp housing – 1 contact. Use with crimp contacts M20-1160042, M20-1160046, M20-1180042 or M20-1180046. Insert crimped contacts into the rear of the housing. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 3
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Aries Electronics, Inc.
FEATURES. A cost-effective means of upgrading to SOJ or SOIC to DIP without changing your PCB layout. Available on 0.400 [10.16] and 0.600 [15.24] centers. For Adapters on 0.300 [7.62] centers, consult Data Sheet 18010. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. BOARD MATERIAL: 0.062 [1.58] thick FR-4 or IS410 per IPC... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Mounting: Through-Hole
- Product Type: Package Adapters / Converters
- Operating Temperature: 105
from Harwin Plc
Single Row female crimp housing – 10 contact. Use with crimp contacts M22-3040042, M22-3040046, M22-3050042 or M22-3050046. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 1
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Aries Electronics, Inc.
FEATURES. Lead-Free RoHS/WEEE-compliant. A cost-effective means of upgrading to SOJ or SOIC without changing your PCB layout. Available on 0.400 [10.16] and 0.600 [15.24] centers. For Adapters on 0.300 [7.62] centers, consult Data Sheet 18010. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. BOARD MATERIAL: 0.062 [1.58]... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Socket Type: SOIC
- Product Type: Package Adapters / Converters
- Mounting: Through-Hole
from Harwin Plc
Single Row female crimp housing – 10 contact. Bump latches for added retention to mating connector. Use with crimp contacts M30-1050046, M30-1060046 or pre-crimped contacts M30-90 series. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 1
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Harwin Plc
Single Row female crimp housing – 10 contact. Use with crimp contacts M40-1000046 and pre-crimped contacts M40-9 series. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 1
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Harwin Plc
Single row polarized Female cable connector housing – 10 contact. Fitted with floating jackscrews, Hexagonal slotted head. Use with any of the female Datamate Mix-Tek power or coax contacts (sold separately): see the complete list of compatible contacts under “Related Products ”... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Mounting: Solder
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
from Harwin Plc
Double Row female crimp housing – 20 contact (10+10). Use with crimp contacts M20-1160042, M20-1160046, M20-1180042 or M20-1180046. Insert crimped contacts into the rear of the housing. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 3
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Harwin Plc
Double Row female crimp housing – 20 contact (10+10). Use with crimp contacts M22-3040042, M22-3040046, M22-3050042 or M22-3050046. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 1
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Harwin Plc
Double Row female crimp housing – 20 contact (10+10). Use with crimp contacts M40-1000046 and pre-crimped contacts M40-9 series. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 1
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -25 to 85
from Harwin Plc
Double Row Crimp housing (20 contact) only, see Alternative Products for complete connector kits. Use with crimp contacts M80-0110005 (22 AWG), M80-0130005 (24-28 AWG) or M80-0190005 (28-32 AWG). For complete pin numbering or pin out information, see Component Specification C005XX. [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 3.3
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
from Harwin Plc
J-Tek Female cable housing fitted with slotted head 101Lok bayonet-style fixings. Accommodates 20 (10+10) signal contacts. Ideal for use with M80-2060005 T-Contact (22 AWG), but can also be used with other female signal crimp contacts from the Datamate range. For complete pin numbering or pin out... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Number of Contacts: 20
from Harwin Plc
Female Double Row Crimp Connector Housing – 20 (10+10) contacts. Compatible housing style for male connectors with latches. Use with crimp contacts G125-0010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-0020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired contacts G125-FW series. For complete pin numbering or pin... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
J-Tek Female cable housing fitted with Guide pin jackscrews with 5mm panel mount threaded stud. Accommodates 20 (10+10) signal contacts. Nuts available separately: M80-2130000B round slotted nut or M80-2430000B hexagonal nut. Ideal for use with M80-2060005 T-Contact (22 AWG), but can also be used... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Number of Contacts: 20
from Harwin Plc
J-Tek Female cable housing fitted with hex slotted floating jackscrews. Accommodates 20 (10+10) signal contacts. Ideal for use with M80-2060005 T-Contact (22 AWG), but can also be used with other female signal crimp contacts from the Datamate range. For complete pin numbering or pin out information,... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Number of Contacts: 20
from Harwin Plc
J-Tek Female cable housing fitted with hex socket (for 2mm A/F allen key) floating jackscrews. Accommodates 20 (10+10) signal contacts. Ideal for use with M80-2060005 T-Contact (22 AWG), but can also be used with other female signal crimp contacts from the Datamate range. For complete pin numbering... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Number of Contacts: 20
from Harwin Plc
Female Double Row Crimp Connector Housing (for use with metal backshell kit G125-96420F1) – 20 (10+10) contacts. Screw-Lok compatible housing style. Use with crimp contacts G125-0010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-0020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired contacts G125-FW series. For... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
J-Tek Female cable housing fitted with Reverse fix jackscrews with 3.5mm panel mount threaded stud. Accommodates 20 (10+10) signal contacts. Nuts available separately: M80-2130000B round slotted nut or M80-2430000B hexagonal nut. Ideal for use with M80-2060005 T-Contact (22 AWG), but can also be... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Operating Temperature: -55 to 125
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Number of Contacts: 20
from Harwin Plc
Female Double Row Crimp Connector Housing – 20 (10+10) contacts. Fitted with floating Screw-Lok fixings, Hexagonal socket head, Mate-before-Lock. Use with crimp contacts G125-0010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-0020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired contacts G125-FW series. For complete... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Female Double Row Crimp Connector Housing – 20 (10+10) contacts. Fitted with internally threaded Screw-Lok fixings, for reverse fixing. Use with crimp contacts G125-0010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-0020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired contacts G125-FW series. For complete pin... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Female Double Row Crimp Connector Housing – 20 (10+10) contacts. Fitted with threaded Screw-Lok fixings (for reverse fixing) with 5.2mm panel mount studs. Use slotted nut G125-4510000B for front panel mounting. Use with crimp contacts G125-0010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-0020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Female Double Row Crimp Connector Housing – 20 (10+10) contacts. Fitted with threaded Screw-Lok fixings (for reverse fixing) with extended lugs for rear panel mount. Use hex socket bolt G125-4520000B for mounting to panels up to 3mm thickness. Use with crimp contacts G125-0010005 (for 26 AWG),... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Male Double Row Crimp Connector Housing with latches – 20 (10+10) contacts. Fitted with copper alloy latches. Use with crimp contacts G125-1010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-1020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired contacts G125-MW series. For complete pin numbering or pin out... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Male Double Row Crimp Connector Housing without latches – 20 (10+10) contacts. Connector housing is not fitted with latches. Use with crimp contacts G125-1010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-1020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired contacts G125-MW series. For complete pin numbering or pin... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Male Double Row Crimp Connector Housing without screw fixings – 20 (10+10) contacts. Compatible with metal backshell for cable (G125-96420F1) for reverse fix mating requirements. Use with crimp contacts G125-1010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-1020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the pre-wired... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Male Double Row Crimp Connector Housing with screw fixings – 20 (10+10) contacts. Compatible with metal backshell for cable (G125-9642000). Fitted with internally threaded Screw-Lok fixings. Use with crimp contacts G125-1010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-1020005 (for 28-32 AWG), or choose from the... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150
from Harwin Plc
Male Double Row Crimp Connector Housing, screw fixings with panel mount studs – 20 (10+10) contacts. Fitted with threaded Screw-Lok fixings with 5.2mm panel mount studs. Use slotted nut G125-4510000B for front panel mounting. Use with crimp contacts G125-1010005 (for 26 AWG), G125-1020005 (for... [See More]
- Contact Type: Straight Pins
- Current Rating: 2.8
- RoHS Compliant: RoHS Compliant
- Operating Temperature: -65 to 150