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Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] pcb headers and sockets?

From: "Leon Heller" <leon_heller@...>
Date: 2004-08-01

>
> So: Does anybody have any "favorite" makes and models of wire-to-
> board (or board-to-board) connectors? (They need to be able to handle
> at least 1.5 Amps and up to at least 15 V DC. And they need to be
> easy and cheap to assemble.) Or any least favorites?

I use Molex 0.1" KK series connectors, they are cheap and very reliable. The
Molex crimp tool for the terminals is expensive, but alternatives are
available for under 20 GBP. They can be attached with pliers and then
soldered, but tend to break when the wire is flexed.

Leon