JST XH 2.5mm 3-Pin Terminal Wire — 22AWG, SXH-001T-P0.6 Contact, 3A/250V

A precision pre-crimped terminal wire for JST XH 2.5mm connector systems, built with the genuine JST SXH-001T-P0.6 contact — the OEM-specified terminal for the XH series. One end carries a factory-crimped SXH-001T-P0.6 terminal ready to insert into any standard JST XH 3-pin housing; the other end is left bare for direct soldering, screw terminal connection, or custom termination.

The 3-pin XH format is one of the most common connector configurations in electronics — found on thermistors, servo extensions, I2C sensor modules (SDA/SCL/GND), UART breakout connections (TX/RX/GND), and RGB LED wiring. This terminal wire provides the correct OEM contact for building or repairing these connections with full compliance to JST XH series electrical and mechanical specifications.

The SXH-001T-P0.6 contact features a precisely dimensioned crimp barrel for 22–28AWG wire, a contact beam geometry engineered to deliver the correct normal force against the mating pin, and a retention lance that locks positively into the XH housing. Generic terminals may fit physically but often deliver lower contact force, higher contact resistance, and reduced retention force — degrading connection reliability over time. For production assemblies and any reliability-critical application, the genuine JST contact is the correct specification.

Technical Specifications

Connector System: JST XH series, 2.5mm pitch
Pin Count: 3-pin
Contact Part Number: JST SXH-001T-P0.6
Configuration: Single-head — one end crimped (SXH-001T-P0.6 terminal), one end bare wire
Wire Gauge: 22AWG stranded copper
Current Rating: 3A per contact
Voltage Rating: 250V AC/DC
Contact Material: Copper alloy, tin-plated
Insulation: PVC, UL-rated
Locking Mechanism: Positive latch lock (via housing)
Pitch: 2.5mm
RoHS Compliant: Yes

Why the SXH-001T-P0.6 Contact Matters

The JST SXH-001T-P0.6 is the OEM-specified crimp terminal for the XH connector series. Using the correct OEM contact ensures proper engagement with the housing latch, correct contact force against the mating pin, and full compliance with the XH series electrical ratings of 3A/250V. For production assemblies, repair work, and any application where connector performance matters, the genuine JST contact is the correct specification — not a generic substitute.

Typical Applications

3D Printers: Thermistor lead assemblies (NTC 100K), hotend fan connections, endstop switch wiring, filament runout sensor leads
Arduino & Microcontrollers: I2C sensor module connections (SDA/SCL/GND), UART breakout wiring (TX/RX/GND), analog sensor leads
Servo Systems: Standard servo connections (signal/power/ground), gimbal motor wiring, pan-tilt mechanism leads
RC & Drones: Flight controller sensor leads, GPS module connections, telemetry wiring
Robotics: Encoder signal leads, limit switch connections, proximity sensor wiring
Industrial & IoT: RS-485 bus connections, temperature sensor leads, panel instrument wiring
Prototyping & Repair: Custom harness assembly, connector repair, replacement terminal wires

Compatibility

Terminal is compatible with JST XH series 3-pin housings (JST part: XHP-3) and all 2.5mm pitch PCB headers with XH-compatible locking geometry. Bare wire end accepts screw terminals, Dupont 2.54mm housings, or direct PCB soldering.

Housing not included. This listing is for the pre-crimped terminal wire only.