What is the difference between MSTBVA (header) and MSTB (plug)?

MSTBVA is the PCB header – soldered onto the board. MSTB is the cable plug – mounted on the cable and inserted into the header. Together they form a pluggable, releasable connection. The matching cable plug is the MSTB 2-pole (CN0800-2f).

What is 3-pole useful for in LED systems?

For CCT connections (2 channels + 1× common anode = 3 pins), dimmer stages with control signal and supply, or as mains terminal (L, N, PE).

Phoenix Contact

Phoenix Contact Connector MSTBVA 2.5/ 3-G-5.08 3 pin

Name: Phoenix Contact Connector MSTBVA 2.5/ 3-G-5.08 3 pin
Brand: Phoenix Contact
SKU: CN0802-3f
Price: 0.95 EUR
Availability: InStock

3-pin MSTBVA connector for high-quality industrial applications.

€0.95

Available, delivery time: 2-5 days

Product number: CN0802-3f

Stock: 68

GTIN/EAN: 4017918029326

Manufacturer: Phoenix Contact

Manufacturer number: 1755749

Product information "Phoenix Contact Connector MSTBVA 2.5/ 3-G-5.08 3 pin"

Phoenix Contact MSTBVA 2,5/3-G-5,08 – 3-pole, 5.08 mm pitch, PCB header. Order no. 1755749. PCB-mount. Board-side mating header for pluggable connections with MSTB cable plugs. MSTB standard for industrial applications.

Key Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Phoenix Contact
Series: MSTBVA 2.5 (PCB header)
Poles: 3
Pitch: 5.08 mm
Type: PCB header, board-mount

Cable cross-section:	2.5 mm²
Connection:	Wellenlöten
Connection Type:	Buchse
Current:	12A
Height:	12 mm
Length:	8.6 mm
Number of pins:	3
Pitch:	5.08 mm
Width:	17.24 mm