Description
The 8-Pin Female Header (2.54mm Pitch) is a versatile connector designed for board-to-board and module-to-board connections in electronic projects. Commonly used with male breakaway headers, this component allows for reliable stacking of PCBs and easy interfacing with microcontrollers such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and ESP32. Its through-hole design ensures secure mounting and excellent electrical contact, making it ideal for prototyping, development, and embedded applications.
Key Features
- Standard 8-Pin Configuration: Perfect for stacking or connecting small PCBs
- 2.54mm Pin Pitch: Compatible with standard breadboards and perfboards
- Through-Hole Mounting: Ensures a strong mechanical connection and easy soldering
- Durable Construction: Gold-plated or tin-plated contacts for long-lasting conductivity
- Compact Design: Ideal for tight spaces and compact electronic assemblies
Specification
- Contact Type: Female
- Number of Pins: 8
- Contact Shape: Square
- Mounting Type: Through-hole
- Pitch: 2.54mm
- Insulation Height: 8.51mm (typical)
- Material: Plastic housing with metal contacts
- Compatibility: Standard male header pins and connectors
Application
- Board-to-Board Connections: Used to stack multiple PCBs in compact designs
- Prototyping & Breadboarding: Enables quick, reusable, and semi-permanent circuit connections
- Microcontroller Interfaces: Connects modules, sensors, and shields to Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other development boards
- Custom Wiring Assemblies: Serves as an endpoint for jumper wires and custom wiring harnesses