NUMBER TYPE
BUS-12-075 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
TITLE PAGE REVISION
Friction Latch Header Connector 1 of 8 E
AUTHORIZED BY DATE
01 July 15
J.ZHOU
CLASSIFICATION
UNRESTRICTED
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 Scope
This specification covers the Friction Latch Header Connector, a header designed for use in low-
power applications requiring a printed wiring board mounted straight or right angle disconnect. The
header provides only the male half of the interconnection, using 0.025 square female Mini Latch
Housing connector to complete the connection. This product can be Lead Free and meets the
requirements of the European union Directive of Restrictions for Hazardous Substances (directive
2002/95/EC. The friction latch, provided by long plastic ledges, act as locking system with female
housing to prevent unmating, due to vibration in operation. The specification is composed of the
following sections:
Paragraph Title Page
1.0 GENERAL 1
1.1 Scope 1
1.2 Type 1
2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS 2
3.0 REQUIREMENTS 2
3.1 Qualification 2
3.2 Material 2
3.3 Finish 3
3.4 Design and Construction 3
3.5 Electrical Characteristics 4
3.6 Mechanical Characteristics 4
3.7 Environmental Conditions 5
3.8 Solderability 5
4.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS 5
4.1 Equipment Calibration
4.2 Inspection Conditions
4.3 Qualification Inspection
4.4 Acceptance
1.2 Type
The connector shall be available in one of the following type classifications, as limited by the
appropriate product drawing.
Type Plating
I Gold Flash
II 15 microinches Gold on contact and tail, optional 78~295 microinches tin on tail
III 30 microinches Gold on contact and tail, optional 78~295 microinches tin on tail
IV 50 microinches Gold on contact and tail, optional 78~295 microinches tin on tail
V Tin-Lead
VI 15 microinches Palladium Alloy on contact and tail, optional 78~295 microinches tin on tail
VII 30 microinches Palladium Alloy on contact and tail, optional 78~295 microinches tin on tail
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BUS-12-075 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
TITLE PAGE REVISION
Friction Latch Header Connector 2 of 8 E
AUTHORIZED BY DATE
01 July 15
J.ZHOU
CLASSIFICATION
UNRESTRICTED
2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
The following documents, of the issue in effect on the date of the latest revision of this specification, shall
form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein.
Military Specifications
MIL-F-14256 Flux, Soldering, Liquid (Rosin Base), Activated
MIL-G-45204 Gold Plating, Electrodeposited
MIL-P-45209 Palladium Plating, Electrodeposited
MIL-P-55110 Printed Wiring Boards
MIL-P-81728 Plating, Tin-Lead (Electrodeposited)
Federal Specifications
QQ-N-290 Nickel Plating (Electrodeposited)
QQ-W-343 Wire, Electrical and Nonelectrical, Copper (uninsulated)
QQ-S-571 Solder: Lead Alloy, Tin-Lead Alloy, and Tin Alloy, Flux Cored Ribbon and Wire, and Solid
Form
Military Standards
MIL-STD-105 Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes
MIL-STD-202 Test Methods for Electrical and Electronic Component Parts
MIL-STD-275 Printed Wiring for Electronic Equipment
MIL-STD-1130 Connections, Electrical, Solderless Wrapped
MIL-STD-1344 Test Methods for Electrical Connectors
MIL-STD-45662 Calibration System Requirements
Industry Specifications/Standards
UL-94 Tests for Flammability of Plastic Materials
ASTM B-159 Phosphor Bronze Wire
ASTM D-4066 Reinforced and Filled Nylon Injection Molding and Extrusion Materials
FCI Labs Reports-Supporting Data
ZA5-2625 L ead Free Plating investigation
3.0 REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Qualification
Connectors furnished under this specification shall be products capable of meeting the qualification
test requirements specified herein.
3.2 Material
The material for each part shall be as specified herein, or equivalent. Substitute material shall meet
the performance requirements of this specification.
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Form E-3334 GS-01-001
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PDS: Rev :E STATUS:Released Printed: Jul 09, 2015