280390-2 is a shrouded dual-row PCB header connector designed for reliable board-to-board interconnection in electronic assemblies. It features 16 positions arranged in a dual-row configuration with a 0.100 inch (2.54 mm) centerline matrix spacing, a mating post length of 6.60 mm, and a 3-sided housing style with detent windows for secure mating. The connector utilizes gold-plated brass contacts, thermoplastic glass-reinforced housing with UL 94V-0 flammability rating, and is compatible with wave solder processes up to 265°C, making it suitable for high-reliability applications. Operating over a temperature range of -55°C to +105°C and compliant with RoHS/ELV standards, this connector is ideal for industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, and consumer electronics requiring robust interconnection solutions.