096523-0172 is a 51-contact Micro "D" metal shell socket connector designed for high-reliability PCB applications. It features gold plated copper alloy crimp contacts with a contact resistance of 8 milliohms max and a current rating of 3 A max. The connector utilizes an aluminum shell with yellow chromate/cadmium over nickel finish and offers a dielectric withstanding voltage of 600 VAC at sea level. With thermal shock resistance from -55°C to +125°C, vibration resistance of 20 G's (10-2000 Hz), and durability of 500 mating cycles, this connector is ideal for demanding aerospace, military, and industrial applications requiring robust electrical connections.