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2.54 mm Card Edge Connector

2.54 mm Card Edge Connector

The 2.54 mm Card Edge Connector is a robust, industry-standard interface designed for direct connection to gold-plated fingers on PCB edges. Featuring a 0.1-inch pitch that aligns with traditional breadboard and prototyping layouts, these connectors provide reliable electrical connections for expansion cards, legacy bus systems, and custom interface boards. Available in various contact positions and mounting configurations, they offer proven mechanical stability, excellent contact retention, and straightforward integration for industrial controls, test equipment, and educational applications.

Parameters

 

Pitch

2.54 mm (0.1 inch)

Contact Positions

6 to 86 pins (single/dual row)

Current Rating

3A to 5A per contact

Voltage Rating

250V AC/DC

Contact Resistance

≤15 mΩ

Insulation Resistance

≥5000 MΩ

Contact Material

Phosphor bronze or beryllium copper

Contact Plating

Gold or tin over nickel (0.1-0.8μm)

Mounting Styles

Solder eyelet, solder dip, wire wrap

Note: Available with various mounting options, card guides, and polarization keys. Custom contact positions and specialized plating available.

 

Product Selling Points

 

1. Industry-Standard 2.54mm Pitch for Maximum Compatibility
Features the widely adopted 2.54mm (0.1 inch) pitch - directly compatible with most breadboards, development boards, and legacy PCB designs. Available in single or dual row configurations supporting 6 to 86 contact positions for maximum design flexibility.

2. High Current Rating up to 5A per Contact
Rated from 3A to 5A per contact with 250V AC/DC - delivering exceptional power capacity for a 2.54mm pitch connector. Contact resistance ≤15 mΩ and insulation resistance ≥5000 MΩ ensure superior electrical performance for demanding power and signal applications.

3. Premium Contact Materials with Gold/Tin Plating
Phosphor bronze or beryllium copper contacts provide excellent conductivity and mechanical durability. Gold or tin plating over nickel (0.1-0.8μm) ensures corrosion resistance and reliable signal integrity over extended service life.

4. Multiple Mounting Styles for Any Assembly Process
Available in solder eyelet, solder dip, or wire wrap mounting styles - accommodating various termination requirements from PCB soldering to backplane wire wrapping. Perfect for industrial controls, telecommunications equipment, test fixtures, and legacy system upgrades.

 

Customization Options

 

  • Contact Positions: Standard from 6 to 86 contacts, custom counts available
  • Row Configurations: Single row, dual row, or staggered arrangements
  • Card Thickness: Standard 1.6mm, optional 0.8mm, 1.2mm, 2.4mm, or custom
  • Contact Plating: Gold flash (0.1μm), selective gold (0.3-0.8μm), full gold (1μm+), or bright tin
  • Mounting Styles: Solder eyelet, solder dip, wire wrap, or right-angle
  • Termination Types: Standard solder cup, PCB mount, or extended tails for wire wrapping
  • Mounting Hardware: Threaded inserts, mounting ears, card guides, or ejector mechanisms
  • Contact Design: Bifurcated (dual-beam) for redundant contact, or single-beam for cost optimization
  • Polarization Options: Key slots, missing contacts, or custom polarization keys
  • Housing Materials: Standard phenolic, glass-filled polyester, or high-temperature thermoplastics
  • Color Coding: Green (standard), black, brown, or custom colors

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Applications

 

Standard Pitch Card Edge Solutions for Diverse Applications

  • Industrial Control Systems: Used in PLC modules, motor drives, and industrial I/O cards where the 2.54mm pitch provides reliable, high-current connections for control signals and power distribution in factory automation environments.
  • Test & Measurement Equipment: Deployed in modular test instruments, data loggers, and bench top equipment where interchangeable function cards require robust, repeatable connections for accurate measurements and long instrument life.
  • Legacy Bus Systems: Essential for ISA, PC/104, and other legacy bus architectures still used in industrial and military applications, providing backward compatibility with proven technology.
  • Educational & Training Platforms: Integrated into educational trainers, prototyping systems, and university lab equipment where the standard pitch aligns with breadboard-compatible designs for student learning.
  • Custom Interface Boards: Used in adapter cards, riser boards, and custom interface designs requiring reliable edge connections with proven mechanical stability and straightforward PCB layout.
  • Backplane & Motherboard Systems: Deployed in card-cage systems, rack-mount equipment, and telecommunications chassis where multiple cards connect to a common backplane for modular system architecture.

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Star Reviews From Customers

 

1.Michael Chen, Controls Engineer, Factory Automation
"Standardized on 2.54mm card edge connectors for all our PLC I/O modules. The bifurcated contacts ensure reliable connections even under vibration, and the 5A current rating handles our industrial sensor loads without issue."


2.Sarah Wang, Test Equipment Designer, Measurement Solutions
"Used for interchangeable function cards in our bench top analyzers. The robust construction withstands hundreds of card swaps, and the gold-plated contacts maintain low resistance for accurate measurements."


3.Robert Zhang, Industrial Systems Integrator, Legacy Equipment
"Critical for maintaining legacy PC/104 systems in our manufacturing lines. These connectors provide reliable drop-in replacements that keep our 20-year-old equipment running with zero compatibility issues."


4.Lisa Park, Educational Lab Manager, University Engineering
"Perfect for student prototyping stations. The standard 0.1-inch pitch aligns perfectly with our breadboard accessories, and the durable construction survives years of student use without failure."


5.David Liu, Backplane Designer, Telecommunications
"Specified in our custom backplane designs for telecom equipment. The solder eyelet version provides secure connections for wire-wrap prototyping, and the dual-row configuration maximizes card density."

 

FAQ

 

Q1: DO YOU HAVE A CATALOGUE? CAN YOU SEND ME YOUR PRODUCT CATA-LOGUE SO THAT I CAN CHOOSE SOME PRODUCTS WHICH I NEED?

A1: Yes,you contact us online or send an Email and let us know what kinds of products such as type C connectors, DVI connectors, box header, RJ45etc you need so that we can send them to you respectively.

Q2: CAN YOU BUILD THEM FOR ME IF I CAN'T FIND THE PRODUCT ON YOUR CAT-ALOGUE OR STORE ON WEBSTE?

A2: Our catalogue shows most of our products but not all, please let us know what you want or provide your drawing or product information to us no matter what customization for product, packing or logo, we can offer ODM service.

Q3: CAN YOU PROVIDE SAMPLES FOR FREE?

A3: Usually we can provide a few of samples to you for free if we have some in stock but you need to pay express fee.

Q4: WHAT ABOUT YOUR DELIVERY TIME?

A4: 1-3day for products in stock, 3-20 days for connectors, 7-30 days for cable assembly,large quantity and customized products need to be negotiated.

 

Company Profile

 

 

Production Lines And Inspection Equipments

 

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Our Certificates

 

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Payment Method

 

  • Payment method: Credit card or T/T (optional for large amounts). Western Union PayPal
  • T/T payment generally supports 100% advance payment.
  • Lead time: Normally in 5-10 working days after payment received.
  • Sample policy: Samples are always available for each model for standard products.
  • Samples can be ready in 3-5 working days once payment received.
  • Shipping port: Shenzhen, China.

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Logistics/packaging

 

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