# I need help identifying connectors

**URL:** <https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730>\
**Category:** Support\
**Created:** [April 12, 2026, 8:34pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730 "2026-04-12T20:34:21Z")\
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**Author:** ![rvmissionready](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/8edcca/32.png) [@rvmissionready](https://forum.digikey.com/u/rvmissionready)\
**Post date:** [April 12, 2026, 8:34pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730/1 "2026-04-12T20:34:21Z")

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Hello, I am a recreational vehicle (RV) technician in Glendale, AZ, and need help identifying exactly what connector I am looking at in the attached photos. In addition, if possible, provide part numbers so that I can order the parts, get the correct crimper, and pin removal tool. I am specifically looking for the female connector, along with associated repair parts and tools.

I am also very new to repairing these cables. The reason for wanting to learn this process is to prevent customer downtime due to parts delays and the expense of purchasing new cables. For instance, this cable, new and 10 feet long, is probably made up of $10-15 worth of parts and costs $176.

Thank you.

Matt

RV Mission Ready LLC

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**Author:** ![heke](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/digikey/user_avatar/forum.digikey.com/heke/32/14420_2.png) [@heke](https://forum.digikey.com/u/heke)\
**Post date:** [April 12, 2026, 11:06pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730/2 "2026-04-12T23:06:11Z")

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Hi @rvmissionready ,

That pretty much resembles JST VH series. Can you confirm that the pin pitch is 3.96mm?

[https://www.digikey.jp/en/products/detail/jst-sales-america-inc/VHR-4N/608626](https://www.digikey.jp/en/products/detail/jst-sales-america-inc/VHR-4N/608626)

Cheers, heke

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**Author:** ![rvmissionready](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/8edcca/32.png) [@rvmissionready](https://forum.digikey.com/u/rvmissionready)\
**Post date:** [April 13, 2026, 4:20am UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730/3 "2026-04-13T04:20:26Z")

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Heke,

Thank you for your reply.

How exactly do you confirm pin pitch with a micrometer or a tape measure? I am new to identifying the physical characteristics of connectors.

Matt

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**Author:** ![heke](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/digikey/user_avatar/forum.digikey.com/heke/32/14420_2.png) [@heke](https://forum.digikey.com/u/heke)\
**Post date:** [April 13, 2026, 1:09pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730/4 "2026-04-13T13:09:17Z")

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Hi Matt @rvmissionready ,

Take a look at this excellent article.

> [@Terminology and Specifications of Headers/Pinheaders](https://forum.digikey.com/t/terminology-and-specifications-of-headers-pinheaders/7014):
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> A request we commonly get here at DigiKey is for “pinheaders”, or simply headers. These are a very useful and common electronic component. There can, however, be some confusion regarding these parts and the terms used to describe them you may be unfamiliar with. This post will explain some of the common terminology for headers and illustrate what those terms mean so that you can search for the connector that best suits your needs with confidence. Pin header – A pin header is a connector affi…

Cheers, heke

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**Author:** ![ryan\_urness](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/aca169/32.png) [@ryan\_urness](https://forum.digikey.com/u/ryan_urness)\
**Post date:** [April 13, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/i-need-help-identifying-connectors/67730/5 "2026-04-13T13:35:43Z")

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Hello,

For the pitch you would want to measure the center pin of a contacts distance to the next pins center to get you the right series to mate with.

Thank you

Ryan