102973-9 is a breakaway header connector from the .100 inch AMPMODU series designed for board-to-board interconnections. This vertical mount connector features 18 positions arranged in 2 rows with a 2.54 mm centerline and row-to-row spacing. It offers a current rating of 3 A, insulation resistance of 5,000 MO, and dielectric withstanding voltage of 750 V. The header includes gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts with an 8.08 mm mating post length and 3.18 mm termination post length. Operating over a temperature range of -65°C to +105°C, this RoHS/ELV compliant connector is ideal for PCB applications requiring reliable breakaway functionality.