The **M2REB-R2C-P** is a specific industrial-grade connector part, typically associated with **ribbon cable assemblies** or **IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector)** systems. It is commonly manufactured by brands like **3M** or **Oupiin** and is designed for board-to-wire connections. --- ### ## Technical Specifications Below are the primary electronic and physical characteristics of the part: | Feature | Description | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | IDC Socket / Ribbon Cable Connector | | **Pitch** | 2.54mm (0.1 inch) | | **Number of Positions** | 2 Rows (typically indicated by the "R2" code) | | **Termination Style** | IDC (Insulation Displacement) | | **Mounting Type** | Cable Mount (Free Hanging) | | **Contact Plating** | Usually Gold or Selective Gold/Tin | | **Polarization** | Central Bump/Polarization Key | --- ### ### Key Electronic Components & Materials 1. **Contacts:** Usually made of **Phosphor Bronze** or Copper Alloy to ensure high conductivity and resistance to corrosion. 2. **Insulator:** High-temperature thermoplastic (UL94V-0 rated), designed to withstand soldering heat if used in proximity to PCB components. 3. **Strain Relief:** The "-P" suffix often indicates the inclusion of a plastic strain relief clip, which prevents the ribbon cable from pulling out of the IDC contacts during vibration or manual handling. --- ### ### Common Applications * **Internal Data Bus:** Connecting motherboards to peripheral devices. * **Industrial Control Systems:** Wiring for PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) modules. * **Prototyping:** Used extensively with breadboards and development kits (like Raspberry Pi or Arduino) that utilize 2.54mm headers. --- ### ### Part Number Breakdown (Typical) * **M2REB:** Series designation for Ribbon Connectors. * **R2:** Denotes 2 Rows of pins. * **C:** Typically indicates a specific contact type or housing style (Closed end). * **P:** Denotes the presence of a **Strain Relief** or specific Packaging. ---