The M80-8530842 is an 8-way, double-row rectangular connector from the M80 Datamate series, designed for use in high-packing density electronic equipment. It supports a maximum current of 3.0A per contact when all contacts are loaded at 25°C and has a working voltage of 800V DC or AC Peak. The connector is rated for an operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C and provides a mechanical durability of 500 mating cycles. Its contacts feature gold on the contact area and 100% tin on the tail. These characteristics make it suitable for robust interconnect solutions in board-to-board, cable-to-board, and cable-to-cable configurations.