Product
Specification
System, Connector/Header, MTA 156
1.
SCOPE
1.1.
Content
This specification covers performance, tests and quality requirements for the TE Connectivity (TE) MTA
156 connector/header system. This system is mass terminated using insulation displacement
technology on .156 inch centerlines and mates with .045 inch square or round posts providing
interconnection between wires and posts mounted on printed circuit boards. Terminations are designed
for 26 through 18 AWG wire having .070 inch maximum insulation diameter for mass terminations and
.095 inch maximum insulation diameter for single terminations. Wires shall be UL approved or specify
insulation with temperature ratings compatible with specified operating temperatures.
1.2.
Qualification
When tests are performed on the subject product line, procedures specified in Figure 1 shall be used.
All inspections shall be performed using the applicable inspection plan and product drawing.
1.3.
Successful qualification testing on the subject product line was completed on 18Dec97. The
Qualification Test Report number for this testing is 110-1004. This documentation is on file at and
available from Engineering Practices and Standards (EPS).
2.
APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
The following TE documents form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Unless
otherwise specified, the latest edition of the document applies. In the event of conflict between the
requirements of this specification and the product drawing, the product drawing shall take precedence.
In the event of conflict between the requirements of this specification and the referenced documents,
this specification shall take precedence.
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109-1: Test Specification (General Requirements for Test Specifications)
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109-151: Test Specification (Current Rating Verification)
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109 Series: Test Specifications as indicated in Figure 1
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110-1004: Qualification Test Report (System, Connector/Header, MTA 156)
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114-1020: Application Specification (MTA 156 Connector)
3.
REQUIREMENTS
3.1.
Design and Construction
Product shall be of the design, construction and physical dimensions specified on the applicable product
drawing.
3.2.
Materials
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Contact:
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High force: Phosphor bronze, tin-lead plating
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Standard: Phosphor bronze, tin-lead or gold over nickel plating
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Headers: Thermoplastic polyester, UL94V-0
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Header posts: Brass, tin or gold over nickel plating
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Housing: Nylon 6/6 or 6/12, UL94V-0 or UL94-2
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