The **M2AS1-5314-R** is a specific electronic component typically categorized as a **D-Subminiature Connector** or a high-density board-to-board connector assembly. It is widely used in industrial, aerospace, and telecommunications hardware. --- ### 1. Technical Specifications Below are the general technical parameters for this series: | Feature | Description | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | D-Subminiature Header / Connector | | **Gender** | Plug (Male) | | **Number of Pins** | 15 (Standard 3-row High Density) | | **Termination Style** | Right Angle Through-Hole | | **Mounting Type** | PCB Mount | | **RoHS Status** | Compliant (Indicated by "-R") | | **Plating** | Selective Gold (typically on contacts) | --- ### 2. Key Electronic Characteristics The part is designed to manage signal integrity while maintaining physical durability. * **Current Rating:** Typically rated between **1A to 3A** per contact, depending on the specific wire gauge or trace width used. * **Voltage Rating:** Generally supports up to **250V AC/DC**. * **Insulation Resistance:** Usually a minimum of **1000 MΩ**, ensuring no leakage between adjacent pins. * **Contact Resistance:** Low resistance (often **<25 mΩ**) to minimize signal loss and heat generation. --- ### 3. Physical & Mechanical Parts The assembly of the M2AS1-5314-R consists of several integrated sub-components: 1. **Insulator Body:** Made of high-temperature thermoplastic (usually UL 94V-0 rated) to withstand soldering processes. 2. **Contacts:** Copper alloy base for conductivity, plated with gold to prevent oxidation and ensure reliable connection cycles. 3. **Shell:** A metal "D" shaped shroud (usually steel or brass with nickel plating) that provides EMI/RFI shielding and mechanical protection. 4. **Boardlocks/Hardware:** The "1" or "4" in the suffix often refers to the mounting hardware, such as threaded inserts or boardlocks that secure the part to the PCB during vibration. --- ### 4. Typical Applications * **Industrial Automation:** Connecting PLCs to HMI screens. * **Networking:** Serial console ports on switches and routers. * **Medical Electronics:** Data transmission interfaces for diagnostic equipment. * **Legacy Computing:** VGA or RS-232 serial communication interfaces.