TSW-212-18-G-Q SAMTEC Connector (Header, Vertical) In Stock
SAMTEC TSW-212-18-G-Q is a 24-way vertical through-hole male header connector with 5.08mm pitch and gold-over-nickel contact finish for reliable mating in board-to-board and board-to-wire applications. RoHS compliant with a 2.3-inch body length, it is designed for secure signal routing in industrial, test, and development board interconnect applications.
- Manufacturer
- SAMTEC
- Package
- Header, Vertical
- Pin Count
- 24
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- TSW-212-18-G-Q Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Connector
- Price
- From $2.7000(MOQ 500)
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 125.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of TSW-212-18-G-Q?
- 24-way vertical through-hole header with 5.08mm pitch for secure, high-density signal interconnects
- Gold over nickel contact finish on both mating and termination surfaces ensuring low contact resistance and corrosion resistance
- 2.3-inch body length accommodating wide multi-signal bus routing in industrial and test equipment
- RoHS compliant construction with male contact gender compatible with standard female receptacle connectors
What is TSW-212-18-G-Q used for?
The TSW-212-18-G-Q is used for board-to-board and board-to-wire signal interconnection in industrial control panels, development boards, and test and measurement equipment requiring reliable 24-pin connections. Its 5.08mm pitch and vertical through-hole mounting provide mechanical stability and ease of mating in environments where vibration resistance and secure connector seating are important. The gold contact finish supports repeated mating cycles in laboratory setups, prototype evaluation boards, and modular system architectures.
What are the specifications of TSW-212-18-G-Q?
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| YTEOL | 10 |
| Body Breadth | 0.3inch |
| Body Depth | 0.1inch |
| Body Length | 2.3inch |
| Body/Shell Style | RECEPTACLE |
| Connector Type | BOARD CONNECTOR |
| Contact Finish Mating | GOLD OVER NICKEL |
| Contact Finish Termination | Gold (Au) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Contact Material | PHOSPHOR BRONZE |
| Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| Contact Style | SQ PIN-SKT |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| Insulator Color | BLACK |
| Insulator Material | POLYBUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE |
| JESD-609 Code | e4 |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| Mating Contact Pitch | 0.1inch |
| Mating Contact Row Spacing | 0.2inch |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| Mounting Option 1 | LOCKING |
| Mounting Style | STRAIGHT |
| Mounting Type | BOARD |
| Number Of Connectors | ONE |
| Number Of PCB Rows | 2 |
| Number of Rows Loaded | 2 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| PCB Contact Pattern | RECTANGULAR |
| PCB Contact Row Spacing | 5.08mm |
| Plating Thickness | 10u inch |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 5.2A |
| Reference Standard | UL |
| Terminal Length | 0.11inch |
| Terminal Pitch | 5.08mm |
| Termination Type | SOLDER |
| Total Number of Contacts | 24 |
| UL Flammability Code | 94V-0 |
| Package | Header, Vertical |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.40 |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Where can I find the TSW-212-18-G-Q datasheet?
TSW-212-18-G-Q Datasheet DownloadOfficial datasheet from SAMTEC
What are equivalent replacements for TSW-212-18-G-Q?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the 5.08mm pitch of the TSW-212-18-G-Q affect connector mating and compatibility with ribbon cables?
The 5.08mm pitch of the TSW-212-18-G-Q matches standard 0.2-inch spaced connectors widely used in industrial wiring and backplane designs, making it compatible with a range of mating female receptacles and ribbon cable connectors. This larger pitch compared to 2.54mm versions simplifies hand-assembly and reduces the risk of misalignment during mating, which is especially valuable in field-serviceable industrial panels and test equipment setups with 24 signal lines.
What contact finish does the TSW-212-18-G-Q use and how does this affect long-term connection reliability?
The TSW-212-18-G-Q uses gold over nickel contact finish on both the mating surface and the termination area, providing low and stable contact resistance across thousands of mating cycles. Gold plating resists oxidation and corrosion even in humid or mildly corrosive environments, making these 24-pin connectors reliable over the lifetime of test fixtures, development boards, and industrial modules where connector maintenance is infrequent.
Can the TSW-212-18-G-Q be used in high-cycle automated test equipment or only in static board-to-board setups?
The TSW-212-18-G-Q with its gold-over-nickel contact finish is well-suited for moderate-cycle automated test equipment (ATE) sockets and functional test fixtures in addition to static board-to-board installations. For ATE applications requiring thousands of insertions, the gold finish maintains contact integrity, and the 5.08mm pitch of this 24-way header provides the mechanical clearance needed for guided pin entry in automated handling systems.
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