966658-2/7322B-0.6-10 32 Pin Assembly Wiring Harness Automotive Connector Car Electrical Wire Socket

(1) Overview

The 32pos MQS .63 header 180deg (TE internal part number 966658-2) is a pin header for PCB connections. This product is restricted to applications in the car passenger compartment. The header is soldered onto the PCB. It is designed for use with female connectors without insertion and removal aids.

(2) Key Features and Requirements

Product Type Features:
Connector Shape: Not specified
Header Type: Not specified
Hybrid Board Connector: Not specified
Connector Product Type: Pin header
Sealable: Not specified
Connector System: PCB connection
Connector and Contact Terminates To: Printed circuit board
Structural Characteristics:
Number of Signal Positions: 32
Number of Positions: 32
Number of Rows: 2
PCB Mounting Direction: 180°
Electrical Characteristics:
Nominal Voltage: 12 V
Maximum Voltage Rating: Not specified
Working Voltage: Not specified
Contact Characteristics:
Terminal Type: Pin
Mating Pin Diameter: 0.63 mm
Maximum Terminal Current Rating: Not specified
Contact Base Material Plating: Not specified
Termination Characteristics:
PCB Termination Method: Soldering
Mechanical Attachment:
PCB Mounting Alignment: Not specified
Mating Alignment: Not specified
Mounting Holes: Not specified
PCB Mounting Fixation: Not specified
Mating Fixation Type: Not specified
Panel Mount Feature: Not specified
Connector Mounting Type: Board Mount
Housing Characteristics:
Centerline (Pitch): 2.54 x 2.54 mm
Dimensions:
Not specified
Environmental:
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to 110°C
Maximum Operating Temperature: 110°C
Application:
Shielding: Not specified
Circuit Application: Not specified
Industry Standard:
Not specified
Packaging:
Not specified

(3) Performance and Test Description

The product is designed to meet electrical, mechanical and environmental performance requirements. Tests are performed at ambient environmental conditions per IEC 512 unless otherwise specified.
Visual and dimensional examination: Meets requirements of product drawing per IEC 512-2, Test 1a and 1b.
Solderability: Soldering is possible after aging stress simulation per IEC 68-2-20 (aging 3 dry heat 16h / 155°C).
Electrical inspections:
Voltage proof: >500V~ per IEC 512-2, Test 4a, method C, test duration 2s.
Insulation resistance: 500 VDC, 100 megaohms minimum per IEC 512-2 Test 3a, method C.
Mechanical inspections:
Contact retention force: Pin min. 40N per IEC 512-8, Test 15a, testing speed 25mm/min.

(4) Material and Ratings

Materials used are as specified on the applicable product drawing.
Ratings:
Voltage: 12V
Temperature: -40°C to 110°C (ambient temperature and heating up by current)
Durability: 20 cycles for Sn, 100 cycles for Au

(5) Environmental and Regulatory Compliance

EU RoHS (2011/65/EU): Compliant
EU ELV Directive 2000/53/EC: Compliant
China RoHS 2 (MIIT Order No. 32, 2016): No Restricted Substance(s) Above Threshold
EU REACH Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006: Does not contain REACH SVHC. ECHA Candidate List: February 2026 (253) declared
Halogen Content: Low halogen - Br, Cl, F < 900 ppm per homogeneous material. Also no BFR/CFR/PVC
Solder Process Capability: Wave soldering up to 240°C

(6) Qualification and Quality Provisions

Qualification testing: Samples prepared per product drawings, selected at random from current production. Test groups A-B: min. 5 pin headers.
Requalification testing: Required if changes significantly affecting form, fit, or function are made to product or manufacturing process.
Acceptance: Based on verification that product meets requirements. Failures due to equipment or operator deficiencies do not disqualify product.
Quality conformance inspection: Per TE quality inspection plan.

(7) Conclusion

The 32pos MQS .63 header 180deg (966658-2) is a 32-position, 2-row, 180° pin header for PCB connection with 2.54 x 2.54 mm pitch, rated at 12V, operating temperature -40°C to 110°C, durability 20 cycles for Sn and 100 cycles for Au. It meets voltage proof >500V~ and insulation resistance 100 MOhm min. It is compliant with RoHS, ELV, China RoHS 2, REACH (SVHC-free), and is low halogen. Solder process capability: wave soldering up to 240°C.