9-Pin JST XH 2.54mm Male Connector Housing – High-Retention Lock (2515 Series)

Description

The 9-Pin JST XH 2.54mm Male Connector Housing (2515 Series) is a premium wire-to-board connection solution engineered for environments that demand secure, vibration-resistant electrical joints. Featuring a specialized high-retention lock, this connector ensures that your mated cables will not easily detach under moderate strain or movement, making it a significant upgrade over standard slip-fit headers.

Available at Tomson Electronics, this 9-pin connector housing utilizes the industry-standard 2.54mm (0.1 inch) pitch, ensuring seamless compatibility with common perfboards, custom PCBs, and standard breadboard spacing. Whether you are building complex battery balancing harnesses, wiring 3D printer control panels, or assembling modular robotics, this 2515 series housing provides a professional, clean, and highly reliable connection point.

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Specifications

• Series Compatibility: 2515 Series / JST XH standard
• Pin Count: 9-Pin
• Pitch Spacing: 2.54 mm (0.1 inch)
• Connector Type: Male Connector Housing (Wire / PCB Header dependent on usage)
• Locking Mechanism: High-Retention Friction Lock
• Housing Material: Durable, Flame-Retardant Nylon (White)
• Current Rating: 3A AC/DC (Typical for 2.54mm pitch)
• Voltage Rating: 250V AC/DC

Applications

• 3D Printers & CNC Machines: Providing secure, vibration-proof connections for multi-wire control panels, stepper motors, and display interfaces.
• Battery Management Systems (BMS): Serving as a reliable multi-pin balance lead connector for multi-cell Lithium battery packs.
• Custom PCB Prototyping: Creating modular, easily detachable wiring harnesses for custom embedded microcontroller projects.
• Consumer Electronics Repair: Upgrading or replacing worn-out internal wire-to-board connectors in home audio systems and appliances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What does "High-Retention Lock" mean?
A: Standard friction-fit connectors can vibrate loose over time. The 2515 Series features an enhanced locking ramp (or lip) molded into the plastic housing. When mated with the corresponding female socket, it snaps into place firmly, requiring a deliberate pull to separate them.

Q: Is this just the plastic housing, or does it include the metal pins?
A: This listing is for the male connector housing. Depending on your specific wire-to-wire or wire-to-board setup, standard 2.54mm pitch metal crimp terminals or PCB header pins (sold separately) are required to complete the assembly.

Q: Will this fit on a standard breadboard?
A: Yes! The 2.54mm (0.1 inch) pitch is exactly the same spacing used on standard solderless breadboards and prototyping perfboards, making it incredibly easy to design custom PCBs around this connector.

Package Includes

• 1 × 9-Pin JST XH 2.54mm Male Connector Housing – High-Retention Lock (2515 Series)