From 3M, this preassmebled series of IDC Plugs and Sockets are designed to be durable and cost-effective due to their quick and easy termination. The sword packaging makes them ideal for manual and semi-automatic assembly euipment.

• Pitch Size: 2.54mm
• Preassembled, terminates faster than two-piece sockets
• Sword packaging makes easy loading of manual and semi-automatic assembly equipment
• Bumps prevent premature latch locking during shipment

Ribbon cables are known for their space saving and high data transfer capabilities. They are often used to connect internal computer peripherals, and less frequently for external connections. They are known for being well suited to mass termination with IDC (insulation displacement connectors.) This quick and practical termination solution means that ribbon cabling is a common standard in electronics and computing.

3M are a reliable name in computing and electronic connection. Combined with RS Components excellent customer service, 3M provides a range of specialist connectivity solutions for a variety of industries and applications.

Looking for a quick way to terminate your ribbon cable? This 2-row IDC connector from 3M gets the job done in a snap. After threading your ribbon into its socket, make sure that the unit's elements are aligned before clamping it down with a bench vice. The metal pins will pierce the insulation and make contact with the core. This means you can say goodbye to cable stripping and get wired up in no time.

• Preassembled to save setup time
• Wide operating temperature range between -55 and +105°C for use in challenging conditions
• 1000V withstanding voltage rating for protection from unplanned electrical surges
• PBT body is strong and resistant to solvents

• Electronics and computing
• Semi-automatic and manual assembly equipment
• Internal computer peripherals

This versatile IDC connector socket is designed for terminating stranded wires of 26 or 28 AWG.