In today's world where interconnectivity between electronic devices is increasingly vital, reliable and efficient physical interfaces serve as the cornerstone for seamless data and power transmission. The KH-2AF180-10.5 Type-A Female Straight Pin Header connector is a meticulously engineered, high-performance industrial-grade solution designed precisely to address this core requirement. The critical information embedded within its name "KH-2AF180-10.5" is not merely a model identifier but encapsulates its fundamental characteristics – KH typically denotes the manufacturer or series designation, 2AF clearly indicates its standard Type-A Female interface form, 180 likely signifies the crucial pin spacing design of 1.80mm, while 10.5 precisely defines the key body length dimension (in millimeters). This exact dimensional control is paramount for ensuring perfect mechanical fit within compact or specific spatial constraints.

Kinghelm KH-2AF180-10.5 Product Image

This connector employs the mature and reliable Through-Hole mounting method, distinctly different from surface-mount technology. This design allows the connector's pins to pass directly through pre-drilled holes in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and be soldered on the opposite side. Its advantages lie in forming an extremely robust mechanical anchor and superior electrical connection, effectively resisting physical insertion/extraction stress, device vibration, and potential impact. This makes it particularly suitable for applications demanding stringent long-term connection reliability, such as industrial control systems, automotive electronics, and computer peripherals subject to frequent plugging/unplugging. Engineers performing PCB layout must strictly adhere to the footprint dimensions and pin positioning provided in its specification sheet to ensure precise alignment of mounting holes, achieving stable assembly and signal integrity.

The core value of the KH-2AF180-10.5 lies in its outstanding electrical performance. It strictly adheres to the Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type-A interface standard specifications, guaranteeing broad compatibility with the vast ecosystem of various USB standard cables and devices on the market. Its internal precision metal contact terminals, typically crafted from high-quality phosphor bronze and finished with gold or tin plating, are central to achieving low contact resistance and long-term stable conductivity. This design supports high-speed USB 2.0 data transfer mode, offering a theoretical bandwidth of up to 480 Mbps. This efficiently meets the demands of modern devices for large-capacity file transfers, real-time data acquisition, or high-definition streaming. Simultaneously, its excellent power delivery capability supports continuous current loads of up to 1.5A, providing ample and stable power supply to connected USB devices (such as external hard drives, high-speed scanners, high-power peripherals, or fast-charging devices), effectively preventing performance degradation or operational anomalies caused by insufficient power.

Particular emphasis should be placed on its robust environmental adaptability. The product boasts an industrial-grade operating temperature range spanning from -55°C to +85°C. This signifies its ability to operate continuously and stably in extremely cold outdoor monitoring equipment, scorching environments near automotive engine bays, or industrial workshops with severe fluctuations in temperature and humidity. This wide-temperature tolerance makes it an ideal connection hub for automotive electronics (in-vehicle infotainment systems, OBD diagnostic interfaces, dashcam power/data ports), industrial automation (PLC HMI interfaces, instrumentation data exchange, industrial PC expansion), and ruggedized consumer electronics (outdoor portable devices, specialized operational tools). For instance, in automotive applications, it must withstand engine compartment heat, winter extremes, and constant vibration during operation; in industrial settings, it needs to resist dust, oil contamination, and electromagnetic interference.

Physically, this model features a unique dual-port (2-Port) integrated design. Each port is configured with the standard 4-pin (4P) layout for USB 2.0 signal transmission (D+, D-, VBUS, GND). Its contact structure designation (labeled as 4P+4P) clearly indicates that the two ports are electrically independent and parallel, allowing simultaneous connection of two USB devices without interference. This dual-port design significantly enhances space utilization efficiency, making it especially suitable for equipment requiring multiple USB interfaces within limited panel or PCB space, such as multi-port charging hubs, industrial PC front panels, vehicle center consoles, or multi-function printer/scanner combos.

To ensure the product delivers optimal performance and maintains high reliability throughout its lifecycle, correct usage and maintenance are indispensable. During installation, engineers must strictly follow the technical documentation to ensure precise alignment of pins with PCB pads, employing appropriate soldering temperature profiles to avoid cold solder joints or thermal damage. Although the connector itself offers high durability, unnecessary frequent plugging/unplugging should be minimized. Selecting quality-compliant mating USB male cables is crucial to prevent terminal wear or plastic housing damage caused by interface tolerances or rough handling. In environments potentially exposed to moisture, excessive dust, or chemically corrosive gases, implementing additional protective measures is strongly recommended. These include using dust caps, designing sealing structures around the interface, or applying conformal coating to shield the internal precision contacts from pollutant ingress. Regular visual inspection of the physical connection state (checking for looseness, terminal oxidation/corrosion, plastic housing cracks, or foreign object blockage) is a key element of preventive maintenance, aiding in the early detection of potential failure points.

Kinghelm KH-2AF180-10.5 Specification

In summary, the KH-2AF180-10.5 Type-A Female Straight Pin Header connector establishes a benchmark for high performance and reliability in the connector field. It achieves this through its robust through-hole structure, precise 10.5mm key dimension, excellent high-speed data transfer and 1.5A high-current power delivery capability, wide operating temperature range of -55°C to 85°C, and practical dual-port integrated design. It transcends the function of a simple physical interface, becoming a core connection hub that guarantees smooth experiences in consumer electronics, sustains efficient collaboration among computer peripherals, supports complex operational conditions in automotive electronics, and ensures the stable reliability of industrial control systems. For design engineers and manufacturers committed to creating high-quality, long-life electronic products, deeply understanding and appropriately applying this connector is a vital step in optimizing device interconnect performance, enhancing end-user experience, and reducing long-term maintenance costs. In the era of the Internet of Things, robust and reliable physical connections like the KH-2AF180-10.5 remain indispensable infrastructure.

About Kinghelm

Shenzhen Kinghelm Electronics Co., Ltd.（www.kinghelm.net）has technical backbones from Tsinghua University and UESTC, and has introduced overseas returnee professionals. Kinghelm is able to develop highly reliable and high-performance antenna and connector products.KH series products of "Kinghelm" brand include Beidou/GPS antennas, RF adapter connectors, plug connector, electrical data connectors, terminals, and customized vehicle harnesses, industrial / medical connectors, and special antenna connectors."Kinghelm connects world", Kinghelm has grown with the development of China's Beidou industry. Starting from supplying Beidou/GPS dual mode antennas, IPEX terminals, and RF adapter cables for automotive manufacturers, Kinghelm has continuously developed products. Currently, it has a series of WiFi, Bluetooth, NB-loT, LoRa, Zigbee, UWB, and GSM antennas, RFID tags, RF adapter cables, standard microwave antennas, vehicle grade SMA, SMB, FAKRA holders, coaxial cables, and can customize non-standard antenna connectors based on customer drawings or samples.