2-1761679-9 is a vertical low-profile IDC (insulation displacement connector) header assembly designed for direct board-to-board or cable connections. The connector features 12 contact positions with a blue PBT housing (UL94V-O rated) and phosphor bronze posts with selective plating: 0.00076 mm minimum gold on the mating area, 0.00254 mm minimum tin on the solder end, and 0.00127 mm minimum nickel overall. The assembly has a compact length of 30.48 mm (1.200 inches) with a body width of 38.10 mm (1.500 inches) and height of 40.64 mm (1.600 inches), with 2.54 mm (0.100 inch) center-to-center post spacing. This connector is commonly used in industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, and data acquisition applications where reliable, space-efficient interconnections are required.