10 Pin JST GH Male Connector 1.25mm Pitch Straight Header PCB Pin

Specifications

• Connector Series: JST GH
  
• Number of Pins: 10 Pin
  
• Pin Pitch: 1.25mm (0.049 inch)
  
• Mounting Style: Straight / Top Entry Through-Hole PCB Header
  
• Rated Voltage: 50V AC / DC
  
• Rated Current: 1A AC / DC per pin
  
• Contact Resistance: ≤ 30 mΩ
  
• Insulation Resistance: ≥ 100 MΩ
  
• Withstanding Voltage: 500V AC/minute
  
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +85°C
  
• Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze (Tin-plated)
  
• Dimensions: 1.25mm pitch (Height: ~4.2mm)
  
• Weight: 0.005 kg [Estimated]
  
• Compatible Harness: 10-Pin JST GH Female Plug Cable Housing

Project Evolution

???? Unlock New Capabilities

• Past Projects (Prerequisites): If you've already experimented with 2-pin through 9-pin JST GH headers or bulky 2.54mm pitch connectors on Arduino or ESP32 boards, you know how quickly standard wiring clutters high-density layouts. Moving to a 10-pin JST GH straight connector is the natural next step for full-featured flight controller ports, multi-sensor clusters, and comprehensive board-to-board interconnects.
• Feature Upgrade (What This Unlocks): This 10-pin JST GH header unlocks ultra-compact power and 8-channel signal routing (e.g., VCC, GND, TX, RX, SDA, SCL, SPI MOSI/MISO/SCK, or multi-channel GPIO) for space-critical electronics. Featuring a 1.25mm pitch and positive locking latch, it ensures vibration-proof, highly reliable interconnects on quadcopters, fixed-wing drones, and custom robotics boards.

Effort Level & Minimum Hardware

• Effort Level: Beginner 

Minimum hardware to get started:

• Custom PCB or Perfboard — to solder the 10-pin through-hole straight header onto your circuit board.
  
• Soldering Station & Fine-Tip Solder — required to solder 1.25mm pitch pins without creating solder bridges.
  
• 10-Pin JST GH Female Wire Harness Cable — to mate with this PCB header for power and multi-channel signal routing.

Virtual Technician & Wiring Guide

• ⚠️ Safety Warnings:
• Thermal Limit: Limit soldering iron contact time to under 3 seconds per pin at 300°C to prevent melting the thermoplastic housing.
• Current Limits: Do not exceed 1A continuous DC current per pin.
• Pinout Alignment: Always verify VCC, GND, and signal line orientation before plugging in a wire harness to avoid reverse-polarity damage.

Package Includes: 

1× 10-Pin JST GH Male Straight PCB Header Connector (1.25mm Pitch) 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this 10-pin JST GH connector compatible with 1.25mm pitch female cable harnesses?
   Yes, it mates directly with standard 10-pin JST GH female wire harness plugs featuring 1.25mm pitch.  
2. Can I use this 10-pin header on flight controllers like Pixhawk?
   Yes, 10-pin 1.25mm JST GH headers are standard for multi-channel GPS, compass, telemetry, and expander/sensor array ports on Pixhawk and ArduPilot boards.  
3. Is this connector compatible with JST SH or JST XH headers?
   No, JST GH (1.25mm pitch with positive lock) is mechanically incompatible with JST SH (1.0mm) or JST XH (2.54mm) headers.   
4. What is the maximum voltage rating for this 10-pin header?
   It is rated for safe operation up to 50V AC/DC.  
5. What is the maximum current capacity per pin?
   Each pin handles up to 1A continuous AC/DC current. 
6. Does this connector feature a positive locking mechanism?
   Yes, the housing includes a top latch that locks securely into mating female plugs to prevent disconnection under heavy vibration.  
7. How is this connector mounted onto a PCB?
   It mounts vertically through-hole onto standard 1.25mm PCB solder pads.   
8. Are software drivers required for this connector?
   No, it is a passive hardware component requiring no drivers or software configuration.  
9. Can this header carry multiple SPI, I2C, and UART signals simultaneously?
   Yes, it reliably routes power (VCC/GND) alongside up to 8 separate high-speed signal or control lines under 1A per pin.  
10. How do I avoid melting the housing during soldering?
    Limit soldering iron contact to under 3 seconds per pin at 300°C.  
11. Why won't the female plug latch into the male housing?
    Inspect for solder bridges or plastic debris blocking the top locking ridge on the connector.  
12. What causes signal drops across the connector pins?
    Check for cold solder joints on the PCB pads or loose crimp contacts inside the female harness.  
13. Are these headers quality-tested before dispatch?
    Yes, every batch undergoes visual QC at Probots in Bangalore to verify pin pitch alignment and latch structure.
14. Is bulk pricing available for OEM or production orders?
    Yes, Probots provides volume pricing for universities, research labs, and commercial manufacturers.  
15. Does Probots offer matching female cable assemblies?
    Yes, our technical team in Bangalore can help select compatible 10-pin 1.25mm JST GH female harnesses.