Molex 0022283337 Rectangular Connector Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0022283337 is a vertical rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting with 33 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent parts essential for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The connector features shrouded single-wall design with male pin contacts, gold-plated mating surfaces, and tin-plated posts suitable for solder termination in automotive, medical, telecommunications, and general-purpose applications.

Substiute Parts

0022283337

MolexIn Stock: 9350022283337 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

0022280337

MolexIn Stock: 7310022280337 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Molex 0022283337 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type & Configuration: Header, Breakaway design with male pin contacts
• Position Count & Pitch: 33 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) mating pitch
• Mounting & Termination: Through-hole solder termination
• Shrouding Design: Shrouded single-wall construction
• Contact Materials & Finishes: Gold-plated mating surfaces with tin-plated posts
• Insulation Material: Polyamide (PA) nylon composition
• Compliance Standards: UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance

The Molex 0022280337 qualifies as a direct substitute based on matching all critical electrical and mechanical parameters while offering active product status and enhanced operational specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 0022280337 is the direct substitute for the obsolete Molex 0022283337. Both components share identical mechanical and electrical specifications across all critical parameters including connector configuration, position count, pitch, contact materials, and finishes.

The 0022280337 offers the advantage of active product status, ensuring continued availability and supply chain reliability. Both parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability certification and RoHS compliance, meeting regulatory requirements for automotive, medical, and telecommunications applications. The substitute part provides documented operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 105°C) and voltage rating (600VAC/DC), specifications that support design validation and system integration.

Selection of the 0022280337 eliminates obsolescence risk while maintaining full functional and mechanical compatibility with existing designs utilizing the 0022283337.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the Molex 0022283337 and 0022280337 mechanically interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both connectors feature identical physical dimensions, contact configurations, and mounting specifications. The 33-position, 0.100" pitch header design, through-hole mounting, and shrouded single-wall construction are identical across both part numbers.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The 0022283337 is classified as obsolete, while the 0022280337 is an active product. The 0022280337 also specifies operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 105°C) and voltage rating (600VAC/DC), whereas these parameters are not documented for the obsolete part.

Q: Can the 0022280337 be used as a direct replacement in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. The substitute part maintains all critical electrical and mechanical parameters, including contact materials, finishes, insulation composition, and flammability ratings. No design modifications are required.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The 0022283337 is ROHS3 Compliant, and the 0022280337 is RoHS Compliant. Both meet regulatory requirements for restricted substance elimination.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for these connectors?

A: Both parts are classified as MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions during storage or handling.

Q: Are these connectors suitable for automotive applications?

A: Yes. Both the 0022283337 and 0022280337 are specified for automotive applications, along with general purpose, medical, and telecommunications use.