8Pin 5A High Current Magnetic Pogo Pin Connector Set 15cm Cable

Specifications:

• Operating Voltage: Up to 24V DC 
• Maximum Current (Power Pins): 5A (2 dedicated outer pins)
• Maximum Current (Data Pins): 1A (6 dedicated inner pins)
• Connector Type: Magnetic Pogo Pin (Male and Female Set)
• Total Pin Count: 8 Pins (2 Power + 6 Data)
• Cable Length: 15cm (150mm) pre-soldered pigtails
• Mating Mechanism: Neodymium magnetic snap-fit
• Contact Material: Gold-plated brass pins and contact pads

Minimum hardware to get started:

• A stable power supply or battery pack : to provide the voltage and current needed for your specific load (up to 24V/5A max).
• Digital Multimeter : essential for verifying continuity and identifying which wire corresponds to which pin before applying power.
• Soldering Iron & Solder : to securely attach the pre-tinned 15cm pigtail cables to your project's mainboard or peripheral device.

Safety Warnings:

• Magnetic Short Circuit Risk: The strong neodymium magnets can attract stray metal shavings, screws, or component legs on a messy workbench. Always ensure the connector face is clean before mating to prevent shorting the power pins.
• Current Limits: Only the two outer pins are rated for 5A. The six inner pins are strictly for low-current data or logic signals (up to 1A). Do not push heavy motor or heater currents through the inner pins.
• Hot-Plugging Caution: While magnetic, hot-plugging high-current inductive loads (like large motors) without software debouncing may cause micro-arcing and degrade the gold contacts over time.

Accessories
Included in the Box:

• 1× 8-Pin Magnetic Pogo Pin Connector (Male) with 15cm wire pigtail
• 1× 8-Pin Magnetic Pogo Pin Connector (Female) with 15cm wire pigtai

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this connector compatible with standard breadboards?
  The 15cm pigtail wires can be soldered to male header pins for breadboard use, but the connector itself does not plug directly into a breadboard.
• Can I use this connector with an Arduino or ESP32?
  Yes, the data pins are perfectly safe for standard 5V or 3.3V logic signals from any microcontroller.
• Does the magnetic connection align itself automatically?
  Yes, the integrated neodymium magnets are polarized so the male and female ends will only snap together in the correct orientation.
• Can I combine multiple sets to create a 16-pin connection?
  While possible, the strong magnetic fields of multiple connectors placed closely together may interfere with alignment, so a custom rigid housing is recommended.
• Can all 8 pins handle 5A of current?
  No, only the two dedicated outer pins are rated for 5A; the six inner pins are strictly rated for 1A maximum.
• What is the maximum voltage this connector can handle?
  This connector is typically rated for up to 24V DC, making it suitable for 12V and 24V robotic applications.
• Is it safe to hot-plug this connector while powered?
  While physically easy, hot-plugging heavy active loads without a soft-start circuit can cause micro-arcing that may eventually wear down the gold plating.
• Which pins are the high-current power pins?
  The two outermost pins (one on each end of the row) are designed for power (VCC and GND).
• Are the wires color-coded for specific functions?
  Because pigtail colors can vary by manufacturing batch, you must always use a multimeter to trace which wire corresponds to which specific pogo pin before soldering.
• Do I need special tools to attach this to my project?
  You will need a standard wire stripper, a soldering iron, and heat shrink tubing to cleanly splice the pigtail wires into your circuit.
• Do I need a software library to use this connector?
  No, this is a purely passive electromechanical component and requires no code to function.
• Can I run I2C or SPI protocols through the data pins?
  Yes, the gold-plated pins provide excellent continuity for standard digital communication protocols like I2C, SPI, and UART.
• Will the magnetic connection introduce noise to analog sensor readings? Under normal conditions the connection is solid, but high-vibration environments might cause micro-fluctuations; software filtering (like a moving average) is recommended for sensitive analog data.