Molex 0022283161 Rectangular Connector Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0022283161 is a vertical rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting in 16-position, single-row configurations with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent parts essential for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The connector features shrouded design with push-pull fastening, gold-plated mating contacts, and tin-plated posts, suitable for automotive, medical, telecommunications, and general-purpose applications.

Substiute Parts

0022283161

MolexIn Stock: 9610022283161 Datasheet

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0022280161

MolexIn Stock: 9720022280161 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Molex 0022283161 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type & Configuration: Header, breakaway design with 16 positions in single-row layout
• Pitch Specification: 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
• Contact System: Male pin contacts with gold-plated mating surfaces and tin-plated posts
• Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination
• Shrouding: Shrouded design with 1 wall
• Mechanical Dimensions: Contact length, insulation height, and overall contact length must remain consistent
• Material & Compliance: Polyamide insulation with UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance

The Molex 0022280161 qualifies as a direct substitute based on matching all critical parameters while offering active product status and enhanced operational specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 0022280161 is the appropriate substitute for the obsolete Molex 0022283161. Both connectors maintain identical mechanical and electrical interface specifications, ensuring direct compatibility in existing circuit board designs and cable assemblies.

The substitute part offers the following advantages:

• Active Product Status: The 0022280161 is currently in active production, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity.
• Enhanced Specifications: Operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 105°C) and voltage rating (600VAC/DC) are explicitly defined, providing additional design documentation.
• Compliance Alignment: Both parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating, RoHS compliance, and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity classification, meeting automotive, medical, and telecommunications application requirements.
• Fastening Modification: The substitute employs friction lock fastening instead of push-pull. This represents a functional change that must be evaluated against mating connector specifications in the target application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the 0022283161 and 0022280161 mechanically interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical pitch (0.100"), position count (16), contact dimensions, insulation height, and shrouding configuration. Direct board-level substitution is possible without PCB redesign.

Q: What is the significance of the fastening type difference (Push-Pull vs. Friction Lock)?

A: Fastening type determines mating connector compatibility. The main part uses push-pull fastening, while the substitute uses friction lock. The mating connector must support the corresponding fastening mechanism. Verify mating connector specifications before substitution.

Q: Are both parts suitable for automotive applications?

A: Yes. Both the 0022283161 and 0022280161 are listed for automotive applications and maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance required for automotive environments.

Q: What is the difference in RoHS compliance status?

A: The main part is ROHS3 compliant, while the substitute is RoHS compliant. Both meet current RoHS requirements. ROHS3 represents a more recent compliance designation but does not indicate superior performance or compatibility.

Q: Can the 0022280161 be used in medical applications?

A: Yes. The substitute part is rated for medical applications and maintains the same material composition (polyamide nylon, glass-filled) and flammability rating as the original part.

Q: Why is operating temperature specified for the substitute but not the main part?

A: The main part (0022283161) is obsolete and may lack complete technical documentation. The substitute (0022280161) is an active product with fully documented specifications. The -40°C ~ 105°C operating range is typical for this connector series.

Q: Are there any electrical performance differences?

A: The substitute provides explicit voltage (600VAC/DC) and current (varies by wire gauge) ratings. The main part does not specify these values. Both connectors use identical contact materials, finishes, and dimensions, indicating equivalent electrical performance within the substitute's rated specifications.