kontaktpinnast

Kontaktpinnast is a component used in electronics to describe a rail or strip of contact pins arranged in a linear sequence to provide electrical connections. It is employed in prototyping, testing, and in some types of low-volume assembly where detachable connections between circuits are required. A kontaktpinnast typically comprises a metal strip with several pins mounted at a fixed pitch. Pins are usually male contacts made of copper, brass, or phosphor bronze and are often tin-, nickel-, or gold-plated to improve durability and conductivity. The pitch commonly ranges around 2.54 mm (0.1 inch), but variants exist with standard pitches such as 2.0 mm, 1.25 mm, or other configurations to match compatible connectors or headers.

In practice, kontaktpinnasts are used with corresponding female connectors or crimp housings, and can be inserted into printed circuit boards via through-hole mounting or used in discrete harness assemblies. They may be provided as a fixed strip or as a modular system where sections can be joined to extend the rail. Some versions include insulation or housings to reduce short circuits, while others are bare for maximum current capability.

Compared with other interconnection solutions such as terminal blocks or pin headers, a kontaktpinnast emphasizes rapid, repeatable connections in fixtures, test jigs, or prototyping environments. See also: pin header, terminal block, test fixture.