Pin Headers & Sockets in Australia

Shop pin headers and sockets from AuscomTech. We stock practical male headers, female headers, header sockets, breakaway pin strips and connector parts for Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi compatible boards, prototype PCB boards, sensor modules, display modules and general electronics projects.

Whether you are soldering headers onto a development board, connecting modules to a breadboard, building a prototype PCB, repairing a connector or creating removable board connections, pin headers and sockets are essential parts for electronics prototyping and circuit assembly.

Shop Pin Headers & Sockets by Type

Our pin header and socket range may include products such as:

• Male Pin Headers: Standard header pins used for soldering onto PCBs, modules, shields and development boards.
• Female Pin Headers: Socket-style headers used to accept male pins and create removable module or board connections.
• Breakaway Headers: Header strips that can be cut or snapped to the required number of pins for a project.
• Right Angle Headers: Angled pin headers used where side-entry connections or low-profile layouts are needed.
• Header Sockets: Sockets used for plug-in modules, shields, sensors, displays and prototype board connections.

Pin Headers for Arduino, ESP32 & Prototype PCB Projects

Pin headers and sockets are commonly used with Arduino compatible boards, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi compatible boards, STM32 boards, sensor modules, displays, relay boards, shields and prototype PCB boards. They make it easier to plug modules into breadboards, connect jumper wires or create removable board-to-board connections.

Always check the pitch, pin count, row spacing, orientation, header type, plating, height and whether soldering is required before ordering. The most common header pitch for many electronics modules is 2.54mm, but some boards and modules use different spacing.

Male Headers, Female Headers & Breakaway Pin Strips

Male headers are often soldered onto modules so they can plug into breadboards, sockets or jumper wires. Female headers are useful when you want a removable connection for a module, shield or daughterboard. Breakaway header strips are convenient because they can be cut to suit the number of pins needed.

For jumper leads used with headers, browse our jumper wires category. For soldered circuit builds, browse our prototype PCB boards category.

Why Buy Pin Headers & Sockets from AuscomTech?

• Australian stock: Products are shipped from Australia using Australia Post.
• Practical product range: We stock useful connector and prototyping parts for electronics projects, repairs and testing.
• Secure online checkout: Order online using supported secure payment options.
• Helpful support: Need help choosing pin headers or sockets? Contact AuscomTech and we’ll help where we can.

Browse Pin Headers & Sockets Online

Explore our range of pin headers and sockets in Australia, including male pin headers, female headers, breakaway header strips, right angle headers and header sockets depending on current availability. You can also browse related categories such as jumper wires, breadboards and prototype PCB boards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are pin headers used for?

Pin headers are used to create electrical connections between PCBs, modules, breadboards, jumper wires and development boards.

What is the difference between male and female headers?

Male headers have exposed pins. Female headers have sockets that accept male pins, allowing modules or boards to plug in and be removed.

What pitch are standard pin headers?

Many common electronics modules use 2.54mm pitch headers, but some boards use different spacing. Always check the product specifications before ordering.

Do pin headers need soldering?

Many pin headers and sockets need to be soldered to the board or PCB before use, depending on the module and project.

Can you help me choose the right header or socket?

Yes. If you are unsure which header suits your project, contact AuscomTech with your board type, required pin count, pitch, orientation and photos if available.