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MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A is a 140-position, dual-row, 0.80mm pitch female edge card connector from Samtec. It features hairpin bellows contacts with gold plating and is rated for 2.3A per contact and 25 Gbps NRZ channel performance.

✓ Total Stock: 462 pcs

$ Price Range: $9.89 - $12.17

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Available from 1 distributor

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Distributor		Stock	Pricing	MOQ	PKG	Lead Time	Date Code	On Order Quantity	On Order Delivery
Braun Electronic Components ✓ Non-Authorised Inventory information	462 pcs On Request	462 pcs	On Request	1	On Request	On Request	On Request	On Request	On Request

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Description

Short technical summary and product information.

The MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A is a 140-position, dual-row, 0.80mm pitch female edge card connector from Samtec, part of the MEC8-DV series. It accepts 0.062" (1.60mm) thick cards and features hairpin bellows contacts made of phosphor bronze with 30µin (0.76µm) gold plating. Electrical ratings include 2.3A max per contact and 180 VAC/255 VDC max voltage. The connector supports high-speed signals with a channel performance metric of 25 Gbps NRZ, making it suitable for protocols like PCIe 4.0, USB 3.0, and 10/25 Gbps Ethernet.

The connector is surface-mount with solder termination and includes a board guide feature. It is rated for operating temperatures from -55°C to +125°C. The housing is black and the connector is supplied in trays of 33 pieces. Environmental compliance includes RoHS3 (unverified), MSL 1, and REACH unaffected.

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Quick Information

Product Type: Edge Card Connector

Series: MEC8-DV

Canonical Name: MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Edge Card Connector, 140 Positions, Dual Row, 0.80mm Pitch

Subcategory: Mini Edge Card Socket

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Compliance

RoHS Status: RoHS Compliant

Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 Unlimited

REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Estimated Pricing

Qty	Low	High
1+	$12.17	$12.17
10+	$11.39	$11.39
25+	$10.56	$10.56
50+	$10.39	$10.39
99+	$10.30	$10.30
264+	$10.21	$10.21
528+	$10.03	$10.03
1,023+	$9.89	$9.89

Estimated market price range - modelled values for guidance only, not live distributor offers.

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Features

140 positions in a dual-row configuration.
0.80mm (0.0315") pitch for high-density designs.
Supports data rates up to 25 Gbps NRZ.
Rated for 2.3A max current per contact.
Surface mount with gold-plated hairpin bellows contacts.

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A Applications

Ideal for high-speed data transmission in networking equipment.
Suitable for PCIe 4.0 and USB 3.0/4.0 applications.
Used in data storage and server systems.
Compatible with IEEE/OIF standards for optical interconnects.

MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A FAQs

7 frequently asked questions generated from this part’s specifications.

How many positions does the MEC8-170-02-S-DV-A have?

140 positions.

What is the pitch of this connector?

0.80 mm (0.0315 inches).

What is the current rating?

2.3 A max per contact.

What is the voltage rating?

180 VAC / 255 VDC max.

What is the mounting type?

Surface mount.

What is the operating temperature range?

-55°C to +125°C.

What is the contact finish?

Gold plating, 30.0µin (0.76µm) thickness.

Category	Edgeboard Connectors
Manufacturer Name	Samtec Inc.
Card Thickness	0.062" (1.57mm)
Card Type	Non Specified - Dual Edge
Color	Black
Contact Finish	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness	30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Type	Hairpin Bellows
Current Rating	2.3 A max
Features	Board Guide
Gender	Female
Halogen Free	Yes
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Number of Positions	140
Number of Rows	2
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C
Pitch	0.80mm (0.031")
Read Out	Dual
SVHC Present	Not Present
Tape & Reel	Yes
Termination	Solder
Voltage Rating	180 VAC/255 VDC