Glass filled polyester 3M 8540-4500PL polarized boardmount socket with UL 94V 0 flammability rating
Product Overview
The 3M Polarized Boardmount Socket, 8500 Series, offers reliable interconnect solutions with .100" x .100" centerbump polarization. Designed for mating with low-profile shrouded headers, these sockets feature a glass-filled polyester (PBT) body rated UL 94V-0 and a board retention feature for secure mounting during soldering operations. They are suitable for wave soldering at 260C for 10 seconds and soldering iron applications at 390C for 3 seconds. The product is RoHS compliant with specific exemptions for lead content in compliant pin and solder tail areas, and decaBDE in insulating material, as per EU Commission Decisions.
Product Attributes
- Brand: 3M
- Product Line: 8500 Series
- Centerline Spacing: .100" x .100"
- Polarization: Centerbump
- Body Material: Glass Filled Polyester (PBT)
- Body Color: Gray
- Contact Material: Copper Alloy
- Contact Underplating: 2 m [79 "] Nickel
- Contact Wiping Area Plating: 0.3 m [12 "] Gold
- Solder Tails Plating: Gold flash
- Flammability Rating: UL 94V-0
- Marking: 3M Logo, Part Identification Number, Orientation Triangle
- Certifications/Compliance: UL File No. E68080, RoHS Compliant (with exemptions)
- Origin: Printed in USA
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Rating | 1 A |
| Insulation Resistance | > 1 109 at 500 VDC |
| Withstanding Voltage | 1,000 VRMS at Sea Level |
| Temperature Rating (Operating) | -55C to 105C |
| Process Rating (Wave Solder) | 260C for 10 seconds |
| Process Rating (Soldering Iron) | 390C for 3 seconds |
| Contact Pitch | 2.54 0.076 mm [ .100 .003 "] |
| Socket Part Number Prefix | 85XX |
| Optional Keying Plug Part Number | 3435-0 |
Ordering Information - Sockets
| Pin Qty | Dimension A [inches] | Part Number Suffix |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | 0.68 [17.2 mm] | 4500PL |
| 16 | 0.98 [24.8 mm] | 4500PL |
| 20 | 1.18 [29.9 mm] | 4500PL |
| 26 | 1.48 [37.5 mm] | 4500PL |
| 30 | 1.68 [42.6 mm] | 4500PL |
| 34 | 1.18 [47.7 mm] | 4500PL |
| 40 | 2.18 [55.3 mm] | 4500PL |
| 50 | 2.68 [68.0 mm] | 4500PL |
| 60 | 3.18 [80.7 mm] | 4500PL |
| 64 | 3.38 [85.8 mm] | 4500PL |
Notes:
- The polarizing groove is non-existent on the 10-position version.
- The contact solder tail is designed to retain the connector on the PC board during flow soldering operations.
- Recommended to be mated to the 2.54 [.100] x 2.54 [.100] low profile header and the Plug Connector 4600 Series without ejector latches.
Regulatory Information Appendix Summary:
- EU RoHS (E1, E2, E3, E4, E5): Product is RoHS Compliant 2005/95/EC. Contains lead in compliant pin/solder tail areas and decaBDE in insulating material, compliant by exemption under specific EU Commission Decisions.
- China RoHS (C1, C2, C3): Contains substances in excess of maximum concentration values as detailed in the charts (specific to lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, etc.).
Warranty & Liability: Product is warranted against defects in material and manufacture for one (1) year from the date of purchase. 3M makes no other warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Buyer's exclusive remedy is replacement, repair, or refund at 3M's option. 3M is not liable for indirect, special, incidental, or consequential loss or damage.
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