Forward USB 3.1 Side-Mount Forked-Pin Connector – L000546

USB 3.110GbpsSide-Mount

Built for industrial and commercial USB applications, this 3.1 Standard connector features standard board-mount construction with side-mount edge-card orientation for compact...

3.1 Standard interface10Gbps SuperSpeed+ path
Single-layer PCB designStandard pin configuration
side exit angleEdge-card exit orientation
USB 3.1 Gen 2 compliantCompact board footprint

Technical Specifications

USB VersionUSB 3.1
Connector TypeUSB Connector
Mount TypeSide-Mount
LayersSingle-Layer
Orientation90 Degree
Pin ConfigurationStandard
Rated Current1.8A (0.25A for other contacts)
Rated Voltage30V DC
Contact Resistance30mΩ
Insulation Resistance100MΩ
Withstand Voltage100V
Contact MaterialU2 contacts: Phosphor Bronze, half gold-tin plated; U3 contacts: Brass, half gold-tin plated
Insulator MaterialHigh-Temperature Plastic, UL94-V0
Shell MaterialSUS, nickel plated
Data Speed10Gbps
Operating Temperature-55°C to +85°C
CertificationsCE, RoHS, REACH

Key Features

  • USB 3.1 Standard connector supporting standard 3.1 data protocols
  • Single-layer PCB design with side cable exit for flexible board integration
  • Standard contact configuration for full USB signaling compatibility
  • Forked-Pin contact geometry optimized for specific mating and retention requirements
  • Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C for industrial and automotive deployment
  • Suitable for automotive infotainment and telematics system integration

Applications

  • Consumer Electronics
  • Computer Peripherals
  • Industrial Control Systems
  • Communication Devices
  • Automotive Infotainment
  • Medical Devices
  • IoT Hardware
Product Drawing
Forward USB 3.1 Side-Mount Forked-Pin Connector – L000546 drawing

Built for industrial and commercial USB applications, this 3.1 Standard connector features standard board-mount construction with side-mount edge-card orientation for compact board edges. The standard contact configuration supports full USB 3.1 signaling requirements for data and power delivery. Polarized housing design ensures correct orientation during cable mating, reducing field service risk. Each unit ships ready for board-mount installation with industry-standard pin pitch for drop-in compatibility with mainstream PCB assembly processes.