Application Specification
Eurocard Connectors Types B, C, M, Q,
R, and Enhanced Type C
(Board- to- Board Application)
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All numerical values are in metric units [with U.S. customary units in brackets]. Dimensions are in millimeters [and
inches]. Unless otherwise specified, dimensions have a tolerance of +0.13 [+.005] and angles have a tolerance of +2_.
Figures and illustrations are for identification only and are not drawn to scale.
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1. INTRODUCTION
This specification covers requirements for the printed circuit (pc) board--to--board application of Eurocard
Connectors Types B, C, M, Q, R, and Enhanced Type C. These two--piece, 2.54 mm [.100 in.] row--to--row and
in--row centerline contact connectors are designed to mate with all DIN 41612 and IEC 603--2 connectors of
similar type and contact arrangement. The two-- and three--row connectors are available in 32, 64, and 96
positions, as well as half sizes and expanded sizes as mating pin and receptacle connectors.
The housings are available pre--loaded with ACTION PIN* thin stock and square stock contacts (0.64 mm
[.025 in.]), solder tines and wrap--type contacts in various lengths. Type M housings have contact cavities at
each end that will accept solder cup, coaxial crimp--type, and solder type contacts. Multiple pin heights for
connectors with make first, break last (MFBL) contacts and selective contact loading are available.
When corresponding with TE Connectivity Personnel, use the terminology provided in this specification to
facilitate your inquiries for information. Basic terms and features of these components are provided in Figure 1.
Row A
Row B
Polarizing
Bar
Row C
Type C
Receptacle
Connector
Housing
Mounting
Ear
Socket
Contacts
ACTION PIN
Thin Stock Contact
Ribbing
Standoff
Type R Receptacle
Connector
Pin
Hood
Polarizing
Indent
Pin
Contact
Boardlock
Solder Tine
Type C Pin Connector
ACTION PIN 0.64 mm
[.025 in.] Square Stock
Contact
Figure 1 (cont’d)
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PC Board Mount
Power Contact
ACTION PIN
Thin Stock Contact
Solder Cup
Power Contact
Solder Tine
Solder Cup
Power Contact
Coaxial Cable
In-- Line Contact
Coaxial Solder
Tine Contact
Right-- Angle
Cable Contact
Type M Receptacle Connector
PC Board Mount
Coaxial Contact
Coaxial Cable
In-- Line Contact
Right-- Angle PC Board
Mount Power Contact
Type M Pin Connector
Figure 1 (end)
2. REFERENCE MATERIAL
2.1. Revision Summary
The following revision summary of changes and additions have been made to this specification for this revision.
S Updated document to corporate requirements
S Corrected dimension line in Figure 10
2.2. Customer Assistance
Product Base Part Number 535032 and Product Code 5607 are representative of Eurocard Connectors. Use of
these numbers will identify the product line and expedite your inquiries through a service network established
to help you obtain product and tooling information. Such information can be obtained through a local TE
Representative or, after purchase, by calling the Tooling Assistance Center number at the bottom of page 1.
2.3. Drawings
Customer Drawings for product part numbers are available from the service network. The information
contained in Customer Drawings takes priority if there is a conflict with this specification or with any other
technical documentation supplied by TE.
2.4. Specifications
Product Specification 108--26003 provides information for ACTION PIN contacts. Product Specification
108--5299 contains information for ACTION PIN contacts and solder type contacts for Type Q connectors.
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2.5. Instructional Material
Available instruction sheets (408--series) and customer manuals (409--series) contain detailed assembly
instructions and repair procedures for product and tooling. Documents available which pertain to Eurocard
connectors are:
408--9027 Adapter Kit for Greenerd Frame Assembly
408--9623 Seating Tool 535072--1 (for Type C Receptacle Connectors and Seating Tool 148090--[ ] for
Type M Receptacle Connectors)
408--9740 Seating Tools 768211--[ ] (for Type R Connectors with ACTION PIN Contacts)
408--9894 Programmable Seating Tools 768216--[ ] (for Type R Connectors with MFBL Contacts)
2.6. Manuals
Manual 402--40 is available upon request and can be used as a guide in soldering. This manual provides
information on various flux types and characteristics along with the commercial designation and flux removal
procedures. A checklist is included in the manual as a guide for information on soldering problems.
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1. PC Board
A. Thickness
1. Connectors with ACTION PIN contacts are available in two designs: one for pc boards with a
minimum thickness of 1.57 mm [.062 in.] and one for pc boards with a minimum thickness 2.36 mm
[.093 in.].
2. Connectors with solder tines or ACTION PIN thin stock contacts require a minimum pc board
thickness of 1.57 mm [.062 in.].
B. Layout
The suggested pc board layout should be as specified in Figure 2.
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“B”
Dim. A + (Two x Dim. B)
“A” (Number of Spaces x 2.54 [.100])
Type B Pin Connector and Type Q Receptacle Connector
Dim. A + (Two x Dim. B)
“B”
“A” (Number of Spaces x 2.54 [.100])
Type Q Pin Connector and Type B Receptacle Connector
“B”
Dim. A + (Two x Dim. B)
“A” (Number of Spaces x 2.54 [.100])
Type R Pin Connector and Type C Receptacle Connector
H See Figure 3
Figure 2 (cont’d)
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Dim. A + (Two x Dim. B)
“B”
“A” (Number of Spaces x 2.54 [.100])
Type C Pin Connector and Type R Receptacle Connector
(For Solder Tine
Coaxial Connectors)
“A”
(Number of Spaces x
2.54 [.100])
(For Crimp-- Type, Solder Cup Type
and Power Contacts)
Type M Pin Connector
(For Solder Tine
Coaxial Connectors)
“A”
(Number of Spaces x
2.54 [.100])
(For Crimp-- Type, Solder Cup Type
and Power Contacts)
Type M Receptacle Connector
H See Figure 3
Figure 2 (cont’d)
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Dim. C + (Two x Dim. B)
“A”
“B”
“C”
Four-- Row
Position (Ref)
Three-- Row
Position (Ref)
Number of Spaces (Between
Four-- Row Positions) x Dim. A
Number of Spaces (Between
Three-- Row Positions) x Dim. C
Enhanced Type C Receptacle Connector
Number of Spaces (Between
Four-- Row Positions) x Dim. A
Number of Spaces (Between
Three-- Row Positions) x Dim. C
“A”
“C”
“B”
Enhanced Type C Pin Connector
H See Figure 3
Figure 2 (end)
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C. Hole Dimensions (Figure 3)
Values specified in the following must be complied with to ensure proper performance. The drilled hole
diameter and the copper plating thickness are of major importance and must be adhered to.
Refer to Paragraph
3.1.A.1 and .2 for PC
Board Thickness
Pad Diameter
FR-- 4 Material (Ref)
Finished Hole Dia.
After Plating
Surface Finish
HASL Sn Pb
Immersion Sn
OSP
Immersion Au/Ni
Immersion Ag
Thickness
0.008 [.0003] Min.
0.0005 [.000020] Min.
0.0002-- 0.0005 [.000008-- .000020]
0.004-- 0.005 Ni, 0.0001-- 0.0005 Au
[.00005-- .00020] Ni, [.000004-- .000020] Au
0.0001 [.000004] Min.
Copper Plating
Drilled Hole Diameter
PC BOARD HOLE
CONTACT
TYPE
ACTION
PIN
Solder
Tine
DIAMETER
TYPE
DRILLED
PLATING THICKNESS
AFTER
COPPER
PLATING (REF) (KNOOP-- 150 Max)
Plated--Through
1.125--1.176
[.0443--.0463]z
1.02
[.040]B
0.03--0.08
[.001--.003]
Plated--Through
(Type Q)
0.874--0.925
[.0344--.0364]
0.80
[.031]
0.03--0.08
[.001--.003]
Non-Plated--Through
1.125--1.176
[.0443--.0463]
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Plated--Through
1.125--1.176
[.0443--.0463]
0.99
[.039]
0.03--0.08
[.001--.003]
SURFACE
FINISH
See Surface Finish/Thickness
Callout in Above Illustration
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PC BOARD
PAD (MIN DIA)
1.57 [.062]
1.57 [.062]
1.65 [.065]
See Surface Finish/Thickness Hole Diameter
Callout in Above Illustration Plus 0.51 [.020]
zDrilled hole diameter for immersion Au holes to be 1.151-- 1.201 mm [.0453-- .0473 in.].
BFinished hole diameter for immersion Au holes to be 1.04 mm [.041 in.] ref.
Figure 3
3.2. Housing Features
A. Boardlocks
The solder tine connectors are available with boardlocks which help retain the connector onto the pc
board. Special application tooling or equipment is not required for connectors with boardlocks.
B. Mounting Ears and Standoffs
These connectors are designed with mounting ears in different thicknesses and spacing between
standoffs. Those with larger mounting ear height and closer standoff spacing do not require a seating tool
to push the ACTION PIN contacts through the pc board holes to seat the connector. Those with smaller
mounting ear height and greater standoff spacing require the use of a seating tool. See Figure 4.
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No Special Tooling Required
Special Tooling Required
(See Section 5)
5.05 +0.05 [.199 +.002]
Mounting Ear Height
3.90 [.154]
Mounting Ear Height
0.305 [.012]
Standoff Spacing
(Centerline-- to-- Centerline)
0.081 [.003]
Standoff Spacing
(Centerline-- to-- Centerline)
Figure 4
3.3. Mounting Hardware
Connectors are designed to be secured to the pc board with commercially available M2.5 mounting screws and
nuts. See Figure 5.
3.4. Polarizing Feature and Keying
Each pin and receptacle connector has a polarizing bar and indent that ensures correct orientation for mating.
When more than one pin and receptacle connector of the same configuration are used in an area, they can be
keyed to prevent mis--mating. Keying strips and keying plugs are available. See Figure 5.
Polarizing
Indent
Mounting Hardware
(Customer Supplied)
PC Board
Polarizing
Bar
Pin Connector
Keying Strip
Post Removed
from Keying Strip
for Keying Plug
Keying
Plug(s)
Receptacle Connector
Keying Strip
Figure 5
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3.5. Wrap- Type Contacts
The wrap--type contacts available in these connectors will accommodate one or two wire wrap applications. It
is recommended that 8 to 10 turns of solid wire be wrapped when using wire size 32 AWG, 7 to 9 turns when
using wire size 30 or 28 AWG, and 6 to 7 turns when using wire size 26 AWG. The wire must be tightly
wrapped to achieve reliable wrap--type terminations. See Figure 6.
PC Board
Wire Wrap
Application
(Ref)
Figure 6
3.6. Ancillary Items
A. Guide Brackets
Various types of guide brackets have been designed for application to Type C connectors. The guide
bracket is mounted onto the pc board to help properly guide the mating connector onto the pin or
receptacle connector. The bracket is also designed to attach to the connector with the mounting screws
and nuts supplied with the guide brackets to ensure a stable application. See Figure 7.
Type C
Connector
(Typ)
Mounting
Hardware
Mating
Connector
(Ref)
Mounting
Hardware
Guide Bracket
(Typ)
PC Board
Figure 7
B. Dust Covers
Dust covers are used to protect the mating face of connectors that are not mated. The cover must be
aligned with the mating face of the connector and pressed into position. The covers are available for Type
C connectors 64-- and 96--position. See Figure 8.
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C. Shrouds
Mating capabilities may be expanded by stacking connectors with the use of a shroud. Shrouds are used
with all 48-- and 96--position, three--row, Type C connectors and all 48-- and 96--position, Type R
connectors with ACTION PIN contacts mounted in pc boards with a thickness of 3.18 mm [.125 in.],
2.36 mm [.093 in.], and 1.57 mm [.062 in.]. Shrouds must be selected according to size (contact positions)
and height (contact length) and are applied manually. Refer to Figure 8.
Dust Cover
(Ref)
Pin Connector
PC Board
Shroud
Figure 8
3.7. Mating and Alignment
A. Connector Seating
Seated connectors must be bottomed on the pc board, measured from the top of the connector standoffs
to the pc board, to within the dimension shown in Figure 9.
Connector Seating
0.25 [.010]
(Max)
Standoff
PC Board
Figure 9
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B. Mating Dimensions
Possible mating configurations are illustrated in Figure 10.
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The dimensions shown are for reference only when designing systems. Designated centerlines indicate mounting hole
location. Refer to the applicable TE customer drawing for connector dimensions.
Type B Pin and
Receptacle Connector
Type C Pin and
Receptacle Connector
Type Q Pin and
Receptacle Connector
Type M and Enhanced Type C
Pin and Receptacle Connector
Type Q Pin and Type B
Receptacle Connector D
D When connector types are mixed (for example, C and R), the connector
circuit numbers will not match; for example, Position A1 of the pin
connector will mate with Position A32 of the receptacle connector.
Figure 10 (cont’d)
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Type R Pin and
Receptacle Connector
Type R Pin and Type C
Receptacle Connector
Type C Pin and Type R
Receptacle Connector D
Type B Pin and Type Q
Receptacle Connector D
D When connector types are mixed (for example, C and R), the connector circuit numbers will not match; for
example, Position A1 of the pin connector will mate with Position A32 of the receptacle connector.
Figure 10 (end)
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C. Mating Conditions
To ensure reliable connections and prevent unnecessary damage to connectors, refer to the
recommended vertical alignment and offset tolerances shown in Figure 11.
CAUTION
DISCONNECT electrical current before mating or unmating connectors.
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Vertical Alignment
Offset Tolerances
+4_
1.02 [.040]
+2_
1.02 [.040]
Figure 11
3.8. Soldering
Connectors with solder contacts can be mounted on and secured to a pc board by hand soldering or wave
soldering techniques.
A. Flux Selection
Solder tines and pc board attaching hardware must be fluxed prior to soldering. Selection of the flux will
depend on the type of pc board used and other components that may be mounted on the board. Also, the
choice will have to be compatible with the wave solder line, manufacturing, and safety requirements.
B. Cleaning
Fluxes, residues, and activators must be removed. Cleaning procedures depend on the type of flux used
on the solder line. The following cleaning compounds and chemicals may be used to clean the connectors
without adverse affect on the housings and contacts. See Figure 12.
CLEANER
TYPE
TIME
(Minutes)
TEMPERATURE
(Maximum)
ALPHA 2110
Aqueous
1
132_C [270_F]
BIOACT EC--7
Solvent
5
100_C [212_F]
Butyl CARBITOL
Solvent
1
Ambient Room
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
5
100_C [212_F]
KESTER 5778
Aqueous
5
100_C [212_F]
KESTER 5779
Aqueous
5
100_C [212_F]
LONCOTERGE 520
Aqueous
5
100_C [212_F]
LONCOTERGE 530
Aqueous
5
100_C [212_F]
Terpene Solvent
Solvent
5
100_C [212_F]
NAME
Figure 12
ALPHA, BIOACT, CARBITOL, KESTER, and LONCOTERGE are trademarks of their respective owners.
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DANGER
Consideration must be given to toxicity and safety requirements recommended on the Material Safety Data Sheet
furnished by the solvent manufacturer.
NOTE
If you have a particular solvent that is not listed, consult an TE Representative before using it on these connectors.
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C. Drying
When drying cleaned components and pc boards, make certain the temperature limitations of --55_ to
125_C [--70_ to 260_F] are not exceeded.
D. Soldering Guidelines
Refer to Paragraph 2.6 of this specification for instructional material that is available for establishing
soldering guidelines.
CAUTION
!
Protect lower shroud (vertical connectors) or lower ground plane (enhanced connector) when soldering right--angle pin
connectors.
3.9. Repair
In the event of damaged contacts or connector, the entire connector must be replaced with a new one, with the
exception of the coaxial contacts in Type M connectors which are removable (refer to Paragraph 5.6).
4. QUALIFICATIONS
Eurocard Connectors meet DIN 41612 and IEC 603--2 specifications. The connectors are also Certified by
CSA International in File LR7189 and Recognized under the Component Program of Underwriters Laboratories
Inc. (UL) in File E28476.
5. TOOLING
5.1. Application Tooling
For low--volume manufacturing, an arbor frame type applicator may be used; for high--volume manufacturing,
machine application is recommended. See Figure 13.
Power Units
Typical Arbor Frame Press (Such as Greenerd 3A
or 3B Manual Frame Assembly—refer to 408--9027
for Adapter Kit when using this type press)
“H” Frame Power Unit
Machine 803880--6
SM--3 Machine
814700--2
Figure 13
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5.2. PC Board Support
A pc board support (customer supplied) must be used for the seating of connectors. While many materials can
be used for this, steel or cast aluminum is recommended.
A. Multi- Layered PC Board Support
A flat--plate type support should be used with multi--layered pc boards having internal circuitry. For details,
see Figure 14.
B. Single- Layered PC Board Support
An anvil type support may be for use with single--layered pc boards. See Figure 14.
Multi- Layered PC Board Support
Row-- to-- Row
Centerline Spacing
In-- Row
Centerline Spacing
1.65 +0.13 [.065 +.005] Dia
Single- Layered PC Board Support
No. of Spaces x 2.54 [.100]
19.05 +0.25
[.75 +.010]
38.1 +0.05
[1.50 +.002]
25.4
[1.00]
30_+ 2_
2.54 [.100] Typ
1.17 [.046] Typ
0.25 [.010] M
0.38 [.015]
Figure 14
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5.3. Seating Tool
Seating tools must be used in manual or power assist units with sufficient ram surface and the capability of
applying insertion force per contact. The seating tools align the components for proper seating and are
specifically designed for the different types of Eurocard connectors. Seating tools, connector types, and
instruction sheets are shown in Figure 15.
5.4. Pushing Plate
A pushing plate (customer supplied) must be used to seat vertical receptacles with ACTION PIN thin stock
contacts and square stock contacts in connectors that do not require special tooling. The pushing plate must
be of minimum length and width equal to full top dimensions of the receptacle. The larger the pushing plate, the
less critical the alignment during seating. When seating connector, the pushing plate must move in a straight,
vertical line, and its bottom surface must be parallel to the top of the pc board support or template when force
is applied. See Figure 15.
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The force used to seat Eurocard connectors with square stock contacts shall not exceed 177.93 N [40 lbs] per contact.
Seating force for connectors with ACTION PIN thin stock contacts shall not exceed 88.96 N [20 lbs] per contact.
Applicator
Machine Ram
Pushing Plate for Vertical
Connectors Not Requiring
Special Tooling (Customer
Supplied)
Seating Tools 768211-- [ ]
for Type R Vertical Pin Connectors
without MFBL Contacts (408-- 9740)
Programmable Seating Tools 768216-- [ ]
for Type R Vertical Pin Connectors
with MFBL Contacts (408-- 9894)
Vertical
Receptacle
PC Board
PC Board
Support (Anvil)
Seating Tool 535072-- 1
for Type C Receptacle Connectors
(408-- 9623)
Seating Tool 148090-- [ ]
for Type M Receptacle Connectors
(408-- 9623)
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5.5. Connector Replacement Tooling
When entire Type C receptacle connectors and Type R pin connectors must be replaced, Eurocard Connector
Removal Tool Kit 534611--1 should be used. Refer to Figure 16 and proceed as follows:
CAUTION
DO NOT use this tool in a power assist unit. This procedure should be done with a manually operated unit only.
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1. Place support block with slot up on the arbor frame support base.
2. Place housing down on support block with pins extending up through pc board.
3. Slide guide block over wire--wrap tails. Be sure the “T” stamp on end of guide block is away from pc
board.
4. Start push--out assembly into guide block, using care not to damage pins.
5. Lower the arbor ram onto the center of push--out assembly and apply force until it is seated on guide
block.
6. Raise the arbor ram and remove push--out assembly and guide block. When the board, the
connector, and the support block are removed, the connector will fall away with pins removed from the
pc board and housing.
5.6. Contact Extraction Tooling
Extraction tooling is available for withdrawal of individual power contacts and coaxial contacts from Type M
connectors. The tip of the tool is inserted into the contact cavity from the mating side of the housing. The
contact is forced out of the rear of the housing by pushing the tool handle. See Figure 16.
Ram
Push-- Out
Assembly
Extraction Tool
106242-- 1
“T” Stamp
Guide Block
Support Block
Pins
PC Board
Connector
Slot
Figure 16
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6. VISUAL AID
Figure 17 shows a typical application of a Eurocard Connector. This illustration should be used by production
personnel to ensure a correctly applied product. Applications which DO NOT appear correct should be
inspected using the information in the preceding pages of this specification and in the instructional material
shipped with the product.
PC BOARD MUST
NOT BE DAMAGED
WIRE WRAP MUST
BE TIGHT AND
SECURE
SOLDER FILLETS
MUST BE FORMED
EVENLY AROUND
SOLDER TINES
CONTACTS MUST
BE STRAIGHT
AND UNDAMAGED
HOUSING MUST
BE BOTTOMED
AGAINST PC BOARD
BOARDLOCKS
MUST BE IN PLACE
THROUGH PC BOARD
PINS MUST BE STRAIGHT
AND UNDAMAGED
HARDWARE MUST BE
SECURELY FASTENED
SHROUD OF PROPER SIZE
AND HEIGHT MUST BE
PLACED OVER CONTACTS
AND SEATED ON PC BOARD
FIGURE 17.
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