Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Molex 0010897340 Rectangular Connector Header

Part Overview

The Molex 0010897340 is a vertical rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This 34-position, 2-row connector operates at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and features male pin contacts with gold-plated mating surfaces and tin-plated posts. The connector is classified as Active status and serves general-purpose, automotive, lighting, medical, and telecommunications applications. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to provide design flexibility, accommodate supply chain variations, and support alternative sourcing strategies while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	34
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square
Shrouding	Unshrouded
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0010897340 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

34-position, 2-row configuration
0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
0.100" (2.54mm) row spacing
Male pin contact type
Through-hole solder termination
Push-pull fastening mechanism
Square contact shape
Unshrouded design
Black insulation color
UL94 V-0 flammability rating
Board-to-board or cable style compatibility

All identified substitute parts meet these core electrical and mechanical parameters. Variations in contact length, insulation material composition, contact finish thickness, and operating temperature ranges are secondary parameters that do not preclude substitution when primary criteria are satisfied. Compliance certifications (RoHS3, REACH status) and moisture sensitivity levels are provided for regulatory and environmental consideration.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0010897340	TE Connectivity 6-146256-7	Amphenol 67997-134HLF	Amphenol 77313-101-34LF	Amphenol 77313-118-34LF	Sullins PBC17DAAN	Sullins PEC17DAAN
Manufacturer	Molex	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Sullins Connector Solutions	Sullins Connector Solutions
Series	C-Grid 70280	AMPMODU Mod II	BERGSTIK® II	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®	Not Specified	Not Specified
Number of Positions	34	34	34	34	34	34	34
Number of Rows	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)
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)
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Shrouding	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded
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)
Contact Length - Post	0.107" (2.71mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.437" (11.10mm)	0.440" (11.18mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.425" (10.80mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Not Specified	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Not Specified	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Operating Temperature	Not Specified	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating (Amps)	Not Specified	3A	3A	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A	3A
Material Flammability Rating	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
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All identified substitute parts satisfy the core electrical and mechanical requirements for direct substitution with the Molex 0010897340. Selection among equivalent parts is based on the following engineering considerations:

Compliance and Regulatory Status: All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability compliance and are classified as Active status. The Molex 0010897340, TE Connectivity 6-146256-7, Amphenol 77313-101-34LF, and both Sullins parts (PBC17DAAN and PEC17DAAN) are ROHS3 Compliant. Amphenol 67997-134HLF and 77313-118-34LF carry RoHS Compliant designation. REACH status varies: Molex 0010897340, Amphenol 77313-101-34LF, and both Sullins parts are REACH Unaffected; TE Connectivity 6-146256-7 shows Vendor Undefined; Amphenol 67997-134HLF and 77313-118-34LF are REACH Affected.

Moisture Sensitivity Considerations: Molex 0010897340, TE Connectivity 6-146256-7, and all Amphenol parts are rated MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions. Sullins PBC17DAAN and PEC17DAAN are rated Not Applicable, reflecting alternative material compositions that do not require moisture sensitivity classification.

Operating Temperature Range: The Molex 0010897340 does not specify an operating temperature range. Substitute parts provide defined temperature ratings: TE Connectivity 6-146256-7 operates -65°C to 105°C; Amphenol 67997-134HLF, 77313-101-34LF, and 77313-118-34LF operate -65°C to 130°C; Sullins PBC17DAAN and PEC17DAAN operate -65°C to 125°C. Applications requiring extended temperature performance should prioritize Amphenol BERGSTIK® series parts.

Contact Material and Finish Specifications: Molex 0010897340 uses copper alloy contacts with 30.0µin gold mating finish. Substitute parts employ phosphor bronze contacts with varying gold or tin mating finishes. Amphenol parts offer optional GXT™ gold finish. Sullins PEC17DAAN features tin mating finish with 100.0µin thickness, suitable for applications where gold plating is not required. Contact finish thickness variations do not affect substitution eligibility.

Insulation Material Composition: Molex 0010897340 specifies liquid crystal polymer (LCP) with glass filling. TE Connectivity 6-146256-7 uses LCP without glass filling. Amphenol parts employ thermoplastic insulation. Sullins parts use polybutylene terephthalate (PBT). All materials maintain UL94 V-0 compliance and are suitable for equivalent performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Amphenol 67997-134HLF (BERGSTIK® II) substitute for the Molex 0010897340 if the application requires board-to-board connection only?

A: The Amphenol 67997-134HLF is classified as Header type without breakaway designation, whereas the Molex 0010897340 is Header, Breakaway. Both support board-to-board style connections. The BERGSTIK® II part is suitable for applications requiring fixed board-to-board mounting without breakaway functionality. For applications requiring breakaway capability, select from parts explicitly designated Header, Breakaway: TE Connectivity 6-146256-7, Amphenol 77313-101-34LF, Amphenol 77313-118-34LF, Sullins PBC17DAAN, or Sullins PEC17DAAN.

Q: What is the significance of the contact length variations among substitute parts?

A: Contact length variations reflect design differences in mating depth and post length. The Molex 0010897340 specifies 0.240" (6.10mm) mating contact length and 0.107" (2.71mm) post length. Substitute parts standardize at 0.230" (5.84mm) mating length, with post lengths ranging from 0.095" to 0.120". These variations do not affect electrical substitution when mating with compatible receptacle connectors designed for the respective series. Overall contact length differences of 0.025" (0.64mm) are within standard tolerance ranges for through-hole solder termination.

Q: Are the Sullins PBC17DAAN and PEC17DAAN parts interchangeable with each other?

A: Both Sullins parts share identical mechanical and electrical specifications: 34-position, 2-row configuration, 0.100" pitch, square contacts, through-hole solder termination, and 3A current rating. The primary difference is contact finish: PBC17DAAN features gold mating finish (10.0µin thickness), while PEC17DAAN features tin mating finish (100.0µin thickness). Selection between these parts depends on application requirements for contact finish material. Both are ROHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected.

Q: Why do some substitute parts specify operating temperature ranges while the Molex 0010897340 does not?

A: Operating temperature specifications are provided by manufacturers based on material composition, contact design, and thermal testing. The Molex 0010897340 datasheet does not include this parameter. Substitute parts from TE Connectivity, Amphenol, and Sullins provide defined temperature ranges based on their respective material systems and design validation. For applications requiring specific temperature performance, consult the detailed specifications of the selected substitute part.

Q: Is the TE Connectivity 6-146256-7 (AMPMODU Mod II) suitable for automotive applications?

A: The TE Connectivity 6-146256-7 meets the same core electrical and mechanical specifications as the Molex 0010897340, which is listed for automotive applications. The AMPMODU Mod II series is suitable for automotive use. However, the TE Connectivity part specifies a lower operating temperature range (-65°C to 105°C) compared to Amphenol BERGSTIK® alternatives (-65°C to 130°C). For automotive applications requiring extended temperature performance, Amphenol 77313-101-34LF or 77313-118-34LF are recommended.

Q: What is the difference between ROHS3 Compliant and RoHS Compliant designations among the substitute parts?

A: ROHS3 Compliant indicates compliance with the third iteration of the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive, which includes additional restricted substances beyond the original RoHS specification. RoHS Compliant indicates compliance with the original or earlier versions of the directive. Both designations confirm hazardous substance restrictions; ROHS3 represents the more current and stringent standard. Molex 0010897340, TE Connectivity 6-146256-7, Amphenol 77313-101-34LF, and both Sullins parts carry ROHS3 Compliant status.

Q: Can the Amphenol 77313-101-34LF be used in applications where the Molex 0010897340 was originally specified?

A: Yes. The Amphenol 77313-101-34LF (BERGSTIK®) meets all primary substitution criteria: 34-position, 2-row, 0.100" pitch, male pin contacts, through-hole solder termination, push-pull fastening, square contacts, unshrouded design, and UL94 V-0 compliance. The part is ROHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected, and rated for -65°C to 130°C operation with 3A per contact current rating. Minor variations in contact length (0.230" versus 0.240" mating length) and insulation material (thermoplastic versus LCP glass-filled) do not preclude direct substitution in equivalent applications.

Q: What is the REACH Affected status, and does it impact substitution decisions?

A: REACH Affected status indicates that the part contains substances subject to the European Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation. This designation does not prevent substitution but requires compliance verification for applications subject to REACH requirements. Amphenol 67997-134HLF and 77313-118-34LF carry REACH Affected status. For applications in REACH-restricted regions, select from parts designated REACH Unaffected: Molex 0010897340, Amphenol 77313-101-34LF, and both Sullins parts.

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