Set of 5 female 1x18 pin header strips - 2.54 mm goldpin sockets

General information

A set of 5 pieces of 1x18 pin female header strips, commonly known as goldpin sockets. The modules have a standard 2.54 mm pitch, making them one of the most versatile mounting components in electronics. These elements allow you to create detachable and stable connections on PCB boards. Thanks to their standardized dimensions, the sockets are fully compatible with popular microcontroller platforms. They are a great fit for projects for Arduino, for Raspberry Pi, as well as circuits based on for ESP32 and for ESP8266 modules.

Key technical features

• Number of pieces in the set: 5
• Connector type: Female socket (goldpin)
• Contact layout: Single row (1x18)
• Number of pins: 18
• Pitch (distance between pins): 2.54 mm
• Mounting type: Through-hole (THT)
• Connector orientation: Straight
• Housing type: Plastic
• Compatibility: Fits PCB boards with the same pitch

Use in projects

Goldpin connectors are the absolute foundation for prototyping digital and analog circuits. They eliminate the need to permanently solder wires, which greatly simplifies modifying circuits, replacing faulty sensors and swapping individual modules. The standard 2.54 mm pitch matches the hole spacing on universal breadboards and perforated PCB boards, ensuring trouble-free integration with existing embedded system components.

Example applications

• Building sockets for sensors and displays in projects for Arduino.
• Creating custom expansion boards (shields) and signal adapters.
• Mounting communication modules on base boards for ESP8266 and for ESP32.
• Making ribbon cable connections in home automation device prototypes.
• Prototyping on universal PCB boards without permanently soldering peripherals.
• Servicing and replacing worn-out sockets in existing electronic devices.

Reliability and assembly

Through-hole mounting (THT) provides high mechanical strength of the connector once soldered to the laminate. The plastic insulation keeps the pins at a precise spacing, preventing short circuits between adjacent signal traces. The socket design allows male pins to be held securely, minimizing the risk of the circuit accidentally disconnecting due to vibration or moving the device.

⭐ Benefits

• Set of 5 pieces - allows you to make more connections or use the connectors in several projects at once.
• Versatility - the standard pitch makes it easy to connect with most electronic modules available on the market.
• Modularity of circuits - enables quick replacement of components without needing a soldering iron or desoldering wires.
• High compatibility - works ideally with for Raspberry Pi platforms and the AVR and ARM microcontroller families, fitting PCB boards with the same pitch.
• Space saving - the single-row design takes up minimal space on the printed circuit board, allowing for optimized projects.
• Stable connection - provides a reliable electrical contact, essential for error-free transmission of logic signals and power.