Based on the part number provided, this component belongs to a series of **Industrial Industrial Connectors** or **Terminal Blocks**, often associated with automation brands like *Degson* or similar electrical component manufacturers. Below is the technical breakdown of the electronic and mechanical characteristics typically associated with the **M2PHS2H-2D-R/CE** series. --- ## 1. Technical Specifications The part number follows a specific nomenclature related to its physical form and electrical capacity. | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Component Type** | Pluggable Terminal Block (Header) | | **Pitch Spacing** | 5.08mm (Standard) or 5.0mm | | **Number of Rows** | 2 (Double Row) | | **Orientation** | Horizontal (Right Angle) | | **Mounting Type** | Through-Hole (PCB Mount) | | **Gender** | Male (Header Pins) | | **Rated Voltage** | 300V (UL) / 250V (IEC) | | **Rated Current** | 10A - 15A (Depending on exact gauge) | --- ## 2. Part Number Breakdown The alphanumeric code describes the specific configuration of the part: 1. **M2PHS**: Series designation (Multi-level/Double row Pluggable Header). 2. **2H**: Indicates a **Double Row** (2) **Horizontal** (H) orientation. 3. **2D**: Usually refers to the pin count per row or specific dimensional coding. 4. **R**: **Right Angle** (pins are bent 90 degrees to the board). 5. **CE**: Certification mark indicating compliance with European safety, health, and environmental protection standards. --- ## 3. Materials and Durability High-quality industrial connectors use specific materials to ensure electrical integrity under heat. * **Housing Material**: PA66 (Polyamide), UL94V-0 Rated (Flame retardant). * **Contact Material**: Copper Alloy (usually brass or phosphor bronze). * **Plating**: Tin plating over Nickel to prevent oxidation and improve solderability. * **Operating Temperature**: Typically -40°C to +105°C. --- ## 4. Typical Applications These parts are used where multiple wire-to-board connections need to be made and disconnected quickly for maintenance. * **PLC Units**: For Input/Output signal routing. * **Power Supplies**: Distributing low-voltage DC power. * **Industrial Controllers**: Connecting sensors and actuators to a main PCB. * **HVAC Systems**: Control board interfaces.