Molex 0010892506 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0010892506 is a rectangular connector header, right-angle configuration, with 50 positions at 2.54mm pitch, designed for through-hole board-to-board or cable applications. This component is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts for new designs and ongoing production support. Substitute parts must maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility while offering active product status and current manufacturing availability.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	50
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Contact Shape	Square
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by strict adherence to the following core parameters:

Connector Type: Header configuration with breakaway capability
Contact Type: Male Pin
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) exact match
Number of Positions: 50 exact match
Number of Rows: 2 exact match
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm) exact match
Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination: Solder
Contact Shape: Square
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Insulation Color: Black

All identified substitute parts meet these mandatory criteria. Variations in contact length, contact finish composition, and insulation material composition are permitted within the scope of functional equivalence, provided mechanical and electrical interface compatibility is maintained.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0010892506	Amphenol ICC 68021-450HLF	Amphenol ICC 77317-103-50LF	Amphenol ICC 77317-104-50LF	Amphenol ICC 77317-112-50LF	Amphenol ICC 77317-804-50LF	Amphenol ICC 77317-812-50LF	Harwin M20-9952545
Manufacturer	Molex	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Harwin Inc.
Series	C-Grid 70203	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®	M20
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	50	50	50	50	50	50	50	50
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Length - Mating	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.268" (6.80mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.268" (6.80mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.118" (3.00mm)
Insulation Height	0.200" (5.08mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.200" (5.08mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Tin	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	Not specified
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Not specified
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Brass
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled	Not specified	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Polyamide (PA6T), Nylon 6T
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All identified substitute parts maintain active product status and meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements. Selection between Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® series variants and the Harwin M20-9952545 should be based on specific application requirements and supply chain considerations.

Amphenol ICC 68021-450HLF (BERGSTIK® II) offers the highest mating contact finish thickness at 100.0µin (2.54µm) and operates across -65°C to 125°C, suitable for general-purpose applications requiring enhanced contact durability.

Amphenol ICC 77317-103-50LF and 77317-804-50LF provide gold GXT™ mating contact finish with extended operating range to 130°C. The 77317-103-50LF features 0.100" (2.54mm) post length, while 77317-804-50LF provides 0.120" (3.05mm) post length with reduced mating contact finish thickness of 15.0µin (0.38µm).

Amphenol ICC 77317-104-50LF and 77317-112-50LF extend mating contact length to 0.268" (6.80mm) with 0.120" (3.05mm) post length and 30.0µin (0.76µm) mating contact finish thickness, operating to 130°C.

Amphenol ICC 77317-812-50LF combines extended mating contact length of 0.268" (6.80mm) with reduced mating contact finish thickness of 15.0µin (0.38µm) and 0.120" (3.05mm) post length.

Harwin M20-9952545 provides cuttable header configuration with brass contact material, operating range -40°C to 105°C, and ROHS3 compliance matching the original part specification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® parts directly replace the Molex 0010892506 in existing designs?

A: Yes. All Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® variants maintain the core mechanical and electrical interface parameters: 50 positions, 2.54mm pitch, 2-row configuration, through-hole right-angle mounting, and square contact geometry. Variations in contact length and finish composition do not affect mating compatibility with standard 2.54mm pitch receptacles.

Q: What is the difference between BERGSTIK® and BERGSTIK® II series?

A: BERGSTIK® II (68021-450HLF) features higher mating contact finish thickness (100.0µin) and operates to 125°C. BERGSTIK® variants (77317 series) operate to 130°C with lower mating contact finish thickness options (15.0µin to 30.0µin). Both series maintain identical pitch, position count, and mounting configuration.

Q: How do contact length variations affect substitution?

A: Mating contact length variations (0.230" to 0.268") accommodate different receptacle depths without affecting electrical performance. Post length variations (0.100" to 0.120") relate to PCB thickness accommodation. Selection depends on specific board thickness and receptacle design requirements.

Q: Is the Harwin M20-9952545 suitable for high-temperature applications?

A: The Harwin M20-9952545 operates to 105°C maximum, lower than Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® variants (125°C to 130°C). For applications requiring extended temperature range, Amphenol ICC parts are recommended.

Q: What packaging options are available?

A: Molex 0010892506 original packaging is not specified. Substitute parts are available in Bag packaging (68021-450HLF, 77317-112-50LF, 77317-804-50LF, 77317-812-50LF) and Bulk packaging (77317-103-50LF, 77317-104-50LF, M20-9952545). Packaging selection does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All identified substitute parts meet RoHS compliance requirements. Amphenol ICC parts are RoHS Compliant; Harwin M20-9952545 is ROHS3 Compliant, matching the original part specification.

Q: What is the significance of GXT™ contact finish on Amphenol ICC parts?

A: GXT™ represents Amphenol ICC's proprietary gold plating process. Parts with GXT™ finish (77317-103-50LF, 77317-104-50LF, 77317-112-50LF, 77317-804-50LF, 77317-812-50LF) provide consistent contact performance across the specified operating temperature range.

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