3.96mm pitch connector for indirect mating, insulation displacement technology (IDT), for individual conductors, with locking Ramp, with Polarizing Tabs.
M7060-N-C-R
①②③④⑤⑥
①M7060: HRB series
②Without R(Blank): Feed through 180°
③N: Number of pins: 2-24
④C: Housing color, see below chart explanation
⑤Without P(Blank): With locking ramp
⑥R: With polarizing tabs
| C | Color | Wire size |
| N | Natural | AWG18 |
| O | Orange | AWG18 |
| Y | Yellow | AWG20 |
| R | Red | AWG22 |
| W | White | AWG24 |
| Part No. | Dimensions | Part No. | Dimensions | Part No. | Dimensions | ||||||
| UL94V-2 | Circuits | Dim: A | Dim: B | UL94V-2 | Circuits | Dim: A | Dim: B | UL94V-2 | Circuits | Dim: A | Dim: B |
| M7060-2-C-R | 2 | 7.92 | 3.96 | M7060-10-C-R | 10 | 39.60 | 35.64 | M7060-18-C-R | 18 | 71.08 | 67.32 |
| M7060-3-C-R | 3 | 11.88 | 7.92 | M7060-11-C-R | 11 | 43.41 | 39.60 | M7060-19-C-R | 19 | 75.04 | 71.28 |
| M7060-4-C-R- | 4 | 15.84 | 11.88 | M7060-12-C-R | 12 | 47.37 | 43.56 | M7060-20-C-R | 20 | 78.90 | 75.24 |
| M7060-5-C-R | 5 | 19.80 | 15.84 | M7060-13-C-R | 13 | 51.33 | 47.52 | M7060-21-C-R | 21 | 82.26 | 79.20 |
| M7060-6-C-R | 6 | 23.76 | 19.80 | M7060-14-C-R | 14 | 55.29 | 51.48 | M7060-22-C-R | 22 | 86.82 | 83.16 |
| M7060-7-C-R | 7 | 27.72 | 23.76 | M7060-15-C-R | 15 | 59.35 | 55.44 | M7060-23-C-R | 23 | 90.78 | 87.12 |
| M7060-8-C-R | 8 | 31.68 | 27.72 | M7060-16-C-R | 16 | 63.31 | 59.40 | M7060-24-C-R | 24 | 94.74 | 91.08 |
| M7060-9-C-R | 9 | 35.64 | 31.68 | M7060-17-C-R | 17 | 67.12 | 63.36 | ||||
Designed to pair with M7061 and series housing covers, effectively preventing dust, moisture and foreign debrisfrom damaging exposed contact terminals.
Indirect PCB mating; mates with M3965 and M3965R series PCB headers to achieve reliable wire-to-board interconnection.
1. 3.96mm Pitch 180° Feed-through IDC Structure
Adopts industry-standard 3.96mm pitch and 180° straight-through design for indirect mating. It perfectly mates with M3965 & M3965R series PCB headers to realize reliable wire-to-board interconnection.
2. Integrated Polarizing Tabs & Locking Ramp
Built-in polarizing tabs effectively prevent reverse insertion and wiring errors; the locking ramp delivers tight locking performance to avoid loose connection caused by vibration, ensuring long-term connection stability.
3. Advanced IDT (Insulation Displacement Technology)
Supports one-step wire termination without stripping wires or extra crimping tools, greatly improving assembly efficiency and suiting both manual operation and automated production lines.
4. Wide Pin & Wire Gauge Compatibility
Covers 2 to 24 pin counts for flexible selection. Compatible with AWG18, AWG20, AWG22 and AWG24 wires; different housing colors correspond to distinct wire sizes for easy identification.
5. Superior Electrical Performance
Rated at 5A AC/DC current and 600V AC/DC voltage. It features maximum 3.0mΩ contact resistance, minimum 5000MΩ insulation resistance and 2200V AC withstand voltage, meeting strict electrical safety requirements.
6. Durable Material & Flame Retardant Grade
Housing made of Nylon 66 with UL94V-2 flame retardant rating. Terminals are crafted from high-quality phosphor bronze, available with tin plating or gold plating for enhanced conductivity and anti-corrosion ability.
7. Full Compliance & Authorized Certifications
Completely compliant with RoHS and REACH regulations. Certified by UL & cUL (Certificate No. E304945), supporting market access for European and North American regions.
8. Broad Temperature & Application Range
Works stably within -25°C ~ +85°C. Ideal for wire termination of industrial control equipment, household appliances and various general electronic products. Matches M7061 series dust covers for extra dust and moisture protection.
Q1: What is the pitch and pin range of M7060 series IDC connector?
A: It is 3.96mm pitch feed-through IDC connector, supporting 2 to 24 pins for selection.
Q2: What wire gauges are compatible with this connector?
A: It fits AWG18, AWG20, AWG22 and AWG24 wires, corresponding to different housing color codes.
Q3: What are the electrical ratings and working temperature?
A: Rated current: 5A AC/DC; Rated voltage: 600V AC/DC; Operating temperature: -25°C to +85°C.
Q4: What are the materials and flame retardant grade?
A: Housing: Nylon66, UL94V-2; Terminal: Phosphor bronze with tin plating or gold plating.
Q5: What are the functions of polarizing tabs and locking ramp?
A: Polarizing tabs prevent reverse insertion; locking ramp ensures firm mating and avoids loose connection.
Q6: Is this a straight-through connector? What is the orientation?
A: Yes, it is a 180° feed-through IDC connector for indirect mating.
Q7: What applications is M7060-N-C-R suitable for?
A: Mainly used for wire termination of industrial control equipment, household appliances and general electronic products.
Q8: Can you provide customized pin counts or colors?
A: Standard pins range from 2 to 24, and multiple standard colors are available. Contact us for non-standard customization.
Q1: Why are there two versions of IDC connectors: with locking ramp and without locking ramp?
A: They are designed to match different mechanical reliability, cost and assembly scenarios:
With locking ramp: Add integrated locking ribs on housing to form physical snap-fit after mating. It greatly boosts retention force, resists vibration, cable pulling and thermal expansion displacement, avoiding accidental disconnection. It targets high-reliability working conditions.
Without locking ramp: Simplified housing structure without lock snap. Mating only relies on friction between terminal and header. Lower material cost, smaller outer dimension and easier full automation assembly, designed for static, low-stress indoor consumer devices.
Q2: What are the practical application differences between the two types?
IDC with locking ramp
Core advantage: Strong anti-vibration & anti-loosening performance, obvious audible "click" to confirm full mating
Typical applications: Industrial control equipment, motor drive modules, HVAC appliances, power control boxes, portable test instruments, equipment with frequent transport or mechanical shock.
Working environment: Equipment with continuous vibration, temperature cycling, external cable tension; products where loose connection will cause safety risks or equipment shutdown.
IDC without locking ramp
Core advantage: Compact size, lower unit cost, smooth insertion without extra lock resistance
Typical applications: Static indoor consumer electronics, LED lighting modules, small household appliances, internal fixed wiring of circuit boards, low-cost digital accessories.
Working environment: Static installation, no obvious vibration/shock, cables fixed by wire ties without pulling force, low-demand signal transmission.
Q3: How to select between locking ramp & non-locking ramp IDC connectors?
Follow these 4 judgment standards:
Check vibration & shock condition
If the device runs with continuous vibration, shock or frequent moving → Choose with locking ramp
If the product is fixed indoors without vibration → Choose without locking ramp
Evaluate risk of loose connection
Loose mating will cause power cut, signal loss or safety hazard → Locking ramp version required
Temporary internal wiring, negligible impact even if disconnected → Non-locking version acceptable
Cost & volume limit
Strict BOM cost control, compact housing space required → Without locking ramp
Long service life, high product quality standard, cost tolerance → With locking ramp
Assembly & production demand
Mass automated assembly line requiring low insertion resistance → Without locking ramp
Manual assembly, need clear click feedback to judge full insertion → With locking ramp
Q4: Does the locking ramp design affect compatibility with matching PCB headers?
A: No. M7060 series IDC with/without locking ramp share identical pitch, pin layout and internal terminal size, fully compatible with matching M3965 series PCB headers. Only the outer housing lock structure is different, no impact on electrical connection or mating dimensional matching.
Q5: Will the non-locking ramp IDC fall off easily during use?
A: It depends on the working condition. In fully static installation with cable fixed by strain relief or cable ties, the friction retention can guarantee stable connection. But under vibration, pulling force or temperature cycling, it will gradually loosen and cause intermittent signal interruption, so it is not recommended for high-reliability industrial scenarios.