Molex 0010892706 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0010892706 is a rectangular connector header featuring a right-angle, through-hole configuration with 70 positions at 2.54mm pitch. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing design support and procurement. The connector is designed for board-to-board applications with unshrouded, breakaway construction and solder termination. Substitute parts must maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility while meeting current manufacturing and compliance standards.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	0010892706
Manufacturer	Molex
Series	C-Grid 70203
Product Status	Obsolete
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	70
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Insulation Color	Black
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0010892706 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that must match or be compatible:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

Number of Positions: 70
Number of Rows: 2
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Connector Type: Header
Contact Type: Male Pin
Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Insulation Color: Black
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)

Allowable Variations:

Manufacturer: Amphenol ICC (FCI) substitutes are qualified
Series: BERGSTIK® II and BERGSTIK® series provide functional equivalence
Contact Finish - Mating: Gold or Tin finishes are acceptable
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating: Variations permitted (15.0µin to 100.0µin)
Insulation Material: Thermoplastic acceptable as alternative to Polyester, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature: Extended ranges (-65°C ~ 125°C or -65°C ~ 130°C) are acceptable
Current Rating: 3A per Contact or 5A ratings acceptable
Voltage Rating: Presence of voltage rating (110V) acceptable
Product Status: Active status preferred over obsolete

All substitute parts listed maintain the core electrical and mechanical interface requirements necessary for direct replacement in board-to-board connector applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0010892706	68020-170HLF	68020-270HLF	68021-170HLF	68021-270HLF	68021-470HLF	68695-170HLF	77317-103-70LF	77317-803-70LF	77317-804-70LF
Manufacturer	Molex	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Series	C-Grid 70203	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Number of Positions	70	70	70	70	70	70	70	70	70	70
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
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)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
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)	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	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Tin	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)
Contact Length - Mating	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)
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)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)	0.190" (4.83mm)
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
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	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Current Rating	Not specified	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	5A	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A per Contact
Voltage Rating	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	110V	110V	110V	110V	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	Not specified	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Highest Compatibility):

The Amphenol ICC (FCI) BERGSTIK® II series parts 68020-170HLF, 68020-270HLF, 68021-170HLF, and 68021-270HLF provide direct functional equivalence to the Molex 0010892706. These parts maintain all critical electrical and mechanical parameters while offering active product status and current manufacturing support. The BERGSTIK® II series is RoHS compliant and carries MSL 1 rating identical to the original part.

Secondary Substitutes (Extended Operating Range):

The Amphenol ICC (FCI) BERGSTIK® series parts 77317-103-70LF, 77317-803-70LF, and 77317-804-70LF offer extended operating temperature ranges (-65°C ~ 130°C) compared to the BERGSTIK® II variants. These parts feature thermoplastic insulation material and breakaway connector type matching the original Molex design. Product status is active with full RoHS compliance.

Alternative with Enhanced Current Rating:

Part 68695-170HLF provides a 5A current rating compared to the standard 3A per contact specification of other substitutes. This variant is suitable for applications requiring higher current capacity while maintaining all other interface parameters.

Tin Finish Option:

Part 68021-470HLF offers tin contact finish as an alternative to gold plating, with 100.0µin thickness. This variant is appropriate for cost-sensitive applications where gold plating is not required.

All substitute parts listed are active products with current manufacturing availability, RoHS compliance, and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity rating. Selection should be based on specific application requirements regarding operating temperature range, current capacity, and contact finish specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use any of these substitute parts as a direct replacement for the Molex 0010892706?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts maintain the critical interface parameters: 70 positions, 2-row configuration, 2.54mm pitch, through-hole right-angle mounting, solder termination, and push-pull fastening. The core electrical and mechanical compatibility is preserved across all substitutes.

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

A: The BERGSTIK® series (77317 base number) offers extended operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 130°C) and thermoplastic insulation material, compared to BERGSTIK® II variants which operate at -65°C ~ 125°C. Both series maintain identical position count, pitch, and mounting configuration.

Q: Does contact finish affect compatibility?

A: Contact finish (gold or tin) does not affect mechanical or electrical interface compatibility. Gold-plated contacts (30.0µin or 15.0µin thickness) provide enhanced corrosion resistance, while tin-plated contacts (100.0µin) are suitable for general-purpose applications. Selection depends on environmental exposure and cost considerations.

Q: Are there differences in contact length between the original and substitutes?

A: Yes. The original Molex 0010892706 specifies 0.240" (6.10mm) mating contact length, while all Amphenol ICC (FCI) substitutes provide 0.230" (5.84mm). This 0.010" difference is within typical connector tolerance and does not affect mating compatibility. Post length varies across substitutes (0.090" to 0.120") to accommodate different PCB thicknesses.

Q: What is the significance of the MSL 1 rating?

A: MSL 1 (Moisture Sensitivity Level 1) indicates unlimited shelf life without moisture control requirements. All listed parts, including the original Molex component, carry this rating, ensuring no special storage or handling procedures are necessary.

Q: Which substitute offers the highest current capacity?

A: Part 68695-170HLF is rated for 5A, compared to the standard 3A per contact rating of other substitutes. This variant is appropriate for high-current applications while maintaining all other interface specifications.

Q: Are all substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are RoHS compliant. The original Molex 0010892706 is ROHS3 compliant, while all Amphenol ICC (FCI) substitutes carry RoHS compliance certification suitable for current manufacturing standards.

Q: What packaging is provided for these substitute parts?

A: All substitute parts are supplied in bag packaging, suitable for standard component handling and storage procedures.

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