Molex 0015911200 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0015911200 is a surface mount rectangular connector header with 20 positions at 2.54mm pitch, configured as a 2-row breakaway design. This connector is classified as an active product and serves applications in automotive, general purpose, lighting, medical, and telecommunications sectors. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling component interchangeability in board-to-board connection applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	20
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy / Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) / Thermoplastic
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 / RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0015911200 is determined by strict alignment of the following parameters:

Connector type: Header, Breakaway configuration
Contact type: Male Pin
Pitch specification: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
Position count: 20 positions in 2-row arrangement
Row spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting method: Surface Mount
Termination method: Solder
Contact finish: Gold plating on mating surface
Shrouding: Unshrouded design
Fastening type: Push-Pull mechanism
Flammability compliance: UL94 V-0
RoHS compliance status: Active compliance requirement

The substitute parts Amphenol ICC (FCI) 95278-102-20LF and 98401-102-20LF meet these criteria with minor variations in contact length, insulation height, and operating temperature range that remain within acceptable tolerance for board-to-board connection applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0015911200	Amphenol ICC 95278-102-20LF	Amphenol ICC 98401-102-20LF
Manufacturer	Molex	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Series	C-Grid 71308	BERGSTIK®	BERGSTIK®
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	20	20	20
Number of Rows	2	2	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Surface Mount	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Length - Mating	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.315" (8.00mm)	0.318" (8.08mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.084" (2.14mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold, GXT™	Gold, GXT™
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 130°C
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	3A per Contact	3A
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three connector models maintain active product status with full RoHS compliance and MSL Level 1 classification, confirming suitability for standard manufacturing and storage conditions without moisture sensitivity constraints.

The Molex 0015911200 features Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) glass-filled insulation material, while both Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® alternatives employ thermoplastic insulation. Both substitute parts provide documented operating temperature ranges (-65°C to 125°C and -65°C to 130°C respectively) and current ratings (3A per contact), specifications not provided for the original Molex part.

Contact length variations between the three models range from 0.315" to 0.320" (8.00mm to 8.13mm), and insulation height differences span 0.084" to 0.100" (2.14mm to 2.54mm). These dimensional tolerances remain within acceptable mechanical compatibility for standard board-to-board connection applications.

The Amphenol ICC 98401-102-20LF includes board guide features matching the Molex original specification, while the 95278-102-20LF omits this feature. Both substitute parts employ phosphor bronze contact material with gold GXT™ finish, compared to the copper alloy construction of the original part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What determines if a connector can substitute for the Molex 0015911200?

A: Substitution requires matching connector type (Header, Breakaway), contact type (Male Pin), mating pitch (0.100" / 2.54mm), position count (20), row configuration (2 rows), row spacing (0.100" / 2.54mm), mounting method (Surface Mount), termination (Solder), contact finish (Gold), shrouding (Unshrouded), and fastening type (Push-Pull).

Q: Are the Amphenol ICC parts electrically compatible with the Molex original?

A: Yes. Both substitute parts maintain identical pitch, position count, row spacing, contact type, and gold-plated mating surface finish. Contact material differences (phosphor bronze versus copper alloy) and insulation material variations (thermoplastic versus LCP glass-filled) do not affect electrical compatibility for standard board-to-board applications.

Q: What is the significance of the contact length variations?

A: Contact length differences of 0.005" (0.13mm) between models fall within standard mechanical tolerance ranges for connector mating. These variations do not compromise insertion force, retention, or electrical contact quality in typical applications.

Q: Does the board guide feature affect substitution eligibility?

A: The board guide feature on the Molex 0015911200 and Amphenol ICC 98401-102-20LF provides mechanical alignment assistance during assembly. The 95278-102-20LF lacks this feature but remains electrically and mechanically compatible for applications where manual alignment is acceptable.

Q: What packaging differences exist between these parts?

A: The Molex 0015911200 is supplied in Tube packaging, while both Amphenol ICC substitutes are supplied in Bulk packaging. Packaging format does not affect component performance or compatibility.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The Molex 0015911200 is ROHS3 Compliant, and both Amphenol ICC parts are RoHS Compliant. All three meet current regulatory requirements for hazardous substance restrictions.

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