| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Category: | |
| Manufacturer: | Molex |
| Manufacturer Part Number: | Molex 172298-1116 |
| Color: | Black |
| Series: | 172298 |
| Amperage: | 12 A |
| Connector Type: | Ultra-Fit |
| Number of Contacts: | 16 |
| Number of Rows: | 2 |
| Termination Method: | Through Hole - Kinked Pin |
| Contact Material: | Copper Alloy |
| Body Orientation: | Straight |
| Pitch: | 3.5 mm |
| Voltage: | 400 V AC/DC |
| Material: | Liquid Crystal Polymer |
| Orientation: | Vertical |
| Keying: | Yes |
| Tail Length: | 3.2 mm |
| Operating Temperature Range: | -40 - 120 °C |
| Contact Mating Area Plating: | Tin over Nickel |
| Contact Mating Area Plating Thickness: | 1.524 µm |
| Number of Contacts Loaded: | 16 |
| Mating Cycles: | 25 |
| PCB Locator: | Yes |
| PCB Retention: | Yes |
| Polarized to PCB: | Yes |
| Contact Termination Plating Thickness: | 1.524 µm |
| Polarized to Mate: | Yes |
| PCB Thickness (Recommended): | 1.6 mm |
| Connector System: | Wire to Board |
| Contact Termination Plating: | Tin over Nickel |
| Maximum Solder Process Temperature: | 260 °C |
| Lead Free Process Capability: | WAVE |
| Duration at Max. Process Temperature (seconds): | 090 |
| Max. Cycles at Max. Process Temperature: | 002 |
| Termination Pitch: | 3.5 mm |
| Glow Wire Capable: | Yes |
| Guide to Mating Part: | No |
| Lock to Mating Part: | Yes |
| Surface Mount Compatible: | Yes |
| Breakaway: | No |
| Make First / Break Last: | No |
| Shroud Type: | Fully |
| Product Name: | Ultra-Fit |
| Material Flammability Standard: | 94V-0 |
| Part Aliases: | 1722981116 |
| SKU: | MOL172298-1116 |
172298-1116
Specifications
Detailed Description
Introducing the Molex Ultra-Fit Vertical Header, a high-performance connector designed for power applications. With a compact 3.50mm pitch and featuring 16 circuits arranged in a dual row configuration, this header is perfect for space-constrained PCB layouts. Its kinked pins ensure secure through-hole termination, while the tin plating offers excellent conductivity and corrosion resistance. The black housing, made of flame-retardant Liquid Crystal Polymer, is Glow Wire Capable for added safety. Rated for 12 A and 400 V AC/DC, this connector is suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial environments. With features like polarization, PCB retention, and a high mating cycle count, the Ultra-Fit header guarantees reliable performance in demanding applications. RoHS compliant and lead-free solder process compatible, it meets the latest industry standards for environmental responsibility. Trust Molex for quality and innovation in power connectors with the Ultra-Fit series.
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Product Change Notice
| Effective Date | Description of Change | Download | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2021 | 510134 - Supplier Change. Due to these supply constraints molex identified an internal shortage of resin supply which would create a challenge to fulfill all orders Alternative supplier operated under a certified quality management system. | Download | |||
| 06/01/2021 | 510379 - Retraction of PCN 510134. Due to E471i is the only resin effected and change in Molex Malaysia. This change is impacted for 78171, 78172, 205871, 205872 series only. no change on E130i the retraction is immediately. | Download | |||
| 12/31/2020 | 508352 - Supplier Change. actual molex tray supplier will close operations, molex is working getting new try supplier. | Download | |||
| 08/31/2020 | 509009- Packaging Method/Quantity Changing. New global. MLQ & MDU will be assigned to 96 part numbers for ultra dit connectors. no impact to form fit or function. | Download | |||
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Environmental & Export Classifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| RoHS Compliant: | Unkown |
Additional Resources
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Molex: | 172298-1116 |
| Other Names: | 1722981116 |
