16-Pin Straddle Mount OBD II Connector with Gold Plated Brass Contacts, SAE J1962 Compliant, and Low-Profile Design

This high-performance SAE J1962 compliant OBD II male connector is specifically engineered for compact automotive diagnostic devices and telematics hardware. Unlike standard right-angle or through-hole versions, the Straddle Mount (Edge Mount) design allows the PCB to be inserted directly between the two rows of pins, significantly reducing the overall device profile and enhancing mechanical durability.

• Gold Plated Brass Contacts: Premium gold plating over brass ensures superior electrical conductivity and maximum resistance to oxidation, even in high-humidity automotive environments.
• Low-Profile Straddle Mount Design: Designed to "sandwich" the PCB, this connector is ideal for ultra-thin OBD II dongles, GPS trackers, and low-profile diagnostic tools that must not interfere with the driver's legs.
• SAE J1962 / ISO 15031 Compliance: Guaranteed universal compatibility with all standard passenger vehicle On-Board Diagnostic ports (Post-1996).
• High-Temperature Housing: Constructed from automotive-grade, flame-retardant thermoplastic (UL94V-0) to withstand the heat of reflow soldering and harsh cabin temperatures.

• Housing Material: Reinforced Engineering Plastic (PBT or PA66) with 30% Glass Fiber (GF), providing high heat resistance and impact strength.
• Contact Material: High-grade Copper Alloy (Phosphor Bronze or Brass).
• Plating Options:
  • Contact Area: Gold Plating or Nickel Plating for maximum durability and corrosion resistance.
  • Solder Area: Tin Plating to ensure excellent solderability on the PCB.

• Robust Mechanical Design: The 90-degree pins, often accompanied by plastic locating pegs, effectively distribute mechanical stress during mating/unmating, preventing solder joint fatigue.
• Global Compatibility: Fully matches the universal OBD II 16-pin interface found in passenger vehicles worldwide, supporting protocols such as CAN-bus, K-Line, and L-Line.
• Space Efficiency: The horizontal orientation reduces the vertical profile of the device, allowing for compact "dongle" designs that fit comfortably under the vehicle dashboard.
• Secure Connection: Precision-molded housings ensure a tight, vibration-resistant fit, essential for data integrity in moving vehicles.

• Automotive Diagnostics: OBD II Scanners, fault code readers, and ECU programmers.
• Telematics & Fleet Management: 4G/5G OBD Dongles, GPS trackers, and UBI (Usage-Based Insurance) devices.
• Aftermarket Electronics: Heads-Up Displays (HUD), throttle controllers, and window-closing modules.
• Performance Tuning: Data loggers for racing and custom vehicle monitoring systems.