40 Pin IDC Header Connector 2.54mm Pitch Through Hole

Professional 40-position IDC header connector designed for arcade builders, MAME enthusiasts, and electronics projects. This through-hole connector features standard 2.54mm (0.100") pitch spacing for reliable connections in arcade cabinets, control panels, and custom builds.

Specifications

• 40 positions (pins)
• 2.54mm (0.100") pitch spacing
• Through-hole mounting
• IDC (Insulation Displacement Connector) design
• Standard DIP package footprint
• Gold-plated contacts for corrosion resistance

Perfect For

• MAME cabinet wiring harnesses
• Arcade1Up control panel modifications
• Custom fightstick PCB connections
• Retro arcade restoration projects
• Control panel to PCB interfacing
• Multi-button panel assemblies

Why Choose This Connector

Essential component for clean, organized wiring in arcade builds. The IDC design allows for easy ribbon cable termination, while the through-hole mounting provides secure PCB attachment. Compatible with standard 40-pin ribbon cables and IDC sockets, making it ideal for connecting control panels to encoder boards, microcontrollers, and arcade PCBs.