Right Angle Board Mount Connectors Product Roundup

This week’s Product Roundup highlights right angle board mount connectors from leading connector manufacturers and suppliers.

Right Angle Board Mount Connectors

Lumberg’s RAST 1.5 mm connector system in insulation displacement technology saves another 43% in size compared to the already small RAST 2.5, and is designed for currents up to 1 A. A significant proportion of previous RAST 2.5 connectors are used below 1 A and can now be replaced by RAST 1.5 to save space on the PCB. The characteristic RAST coding is available as well as the option of fully automated cable assembly. The weight saving due to reduced conductor cross-sections is then 40%. The 2- to 12-pole connector with a contact resistance ≤ 5 mΩ can be used to realize rated currents of 1 A (at T_amb 85 °C) with a rated voltage of 48 V. The conductors that can be connected in the insulation displacement area allow cross-sections of 0.14 to 0.22 mm².

Phoenix Contact’s SPTH 1.5 and SPTH 3 series PCB terminal blocks with Push-in technology offer larger test openings and connection capacity of up to 4 mm². The TWIN design and identical footprint allow device manufacturers to flexibly switch between screw and Push-in connection technology without having to adapt the PCB layout or device housing.

Neutrik’s rugged, horizontal PCB-mount etherCON RJ45 receptacle is designed for professional equipment integration. Its right-angle configuration provides efficient board mounting while delivering CAT5e performance, up to 100W PoE, and secure latch locking. The flexible front or rear panel installation gives OEMs and system designers greater flexibility when integrating the receptacle into equipment.

The SBS Connector Series from Anderson Power supports reliable and powerful right-angle printed circuit board connections. Its dual-pole, right-angle assembled PCB option provides two power contacts rated up to 110 A and four auxiliary power contacts for applications requiring signal or low-power capability up to 20 A. By eliminating the need to bring wires to the PCB, the connector saves space where board real estate is limited. The press fit containers on the housing secure and position the connector to the PCB prior to soldering, while its mating interface is UL-rated touch safe. The SBS Connector’s PCB option is also delivered fully assembled, saving time and cost by eliminating the need for tooling or assembly.

Designed for electronics, industrial control panels, and data systems, Amphenol LTW’s (ALTW) right-angle board mount connectors link internal PCBs to enclosure interfaces, maximizing space while transmitting high pin density in compact layouts. Spanning Metric Circular (M12/M8) and standard I/O interfaces — D-Sub, HDMI, USB, and RJ45 — with IP67/IP68 sealed options, the low-profile portfolio delivers faster integration, design flexibility, and rugged reliability for demanding environments.

The Samtec TSW series takes the humble header strip to another level with industry-leading design flexibility. It offers the industry’s largest variety of standard pin counts, terminal lengths, pitches, and options. Choose between numerous lead styles, plating options, and pin configurations. These connectors support 250 to 2,500 mating cycles, providing durability for repeated connections. TSW has also passed rigorous environmental testing, including 10-year Mixed Flowing Gas (MFG) testing, which evaluates contact resistance under simulated storage and field conditions. This proven reliability makes TSW one of the most dependable connectors on the market, with Automotive A-Series options (A-TSW, A-HTSW) available for demanding applications.

I-PEX offers a wide range of right-angle connectors, including the MHF, CABLINE, and NOVASTACK series, designed for high-density interconnects where traditional vertical mating is impractical due to limited clearance, tight cable bend radii, PCB orientation, enclosure constraints, or side-access requirements. The MHF series connectors (RF coaxial) feature profile heights as low as 1.0 mm. The small form factor makes them ideal for ultra-thin portable devices with multiple antenna connections. The CABLINE series connectors (high-density coaxial) support data rates of up to 40 Gb/s per channel and are available with mechanical lock and 360° EMI shielding. Their compact size and flexible cable allow routing through confined spaces, such as robotic hinges, without damaging the connector or cable assembly. NOVASTACK series connectors (board-to-board) can be terminated to either a flexible printed circuit (FPC) or a PCB. Their low mating height enables compact PCB stacking in foldable devices while providing exceptional routing flexibility for high-speed signals. Read Mating Direction of Connectors | I-PEX and Compact Size and High Density | RF Connectors to learn more.

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