Molex 0022284342 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0022284342 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This 34-position, single-row header operates at a 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and features an unshrouded design with solder termination. The connector is classified as active product status and maintains full RoHS3 compliance with UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling component interchangeability in board-to-board or cable connection applications.

Substiute Parts

0022284342

MolexIn Stock: 10260022284342 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

TSW-134-24-G-S

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 861TSW-134-24-G-S Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

TSW-134-24-S-S

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 893TSW-134-24-S-S Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0022284342 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional interchangeability:

Primary Matching Criteria:

• Number of Positions: 34
• Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Contact Type: Male Pin
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Termination: Solder
• Fastening Type: Push-Pull
• Style: Board to Board or Cable
• Shrouding: Unshrouded
• Number of Rows: 1

Compliance Requirements:

• Product Status: Active
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

The Samtec TSW-134-24-G-S and TSW-134-24-S-S meet all primary matching criteria and compliance requirements. Variations in contact finish, contact material, insulation material, and operating temperature specifications do not preclude substitution when the core electrical and mechanical parameters align with the application requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both Samtec TSW-134-24-G-S and TSW-134-24-S-S rectangular connectors qualify as substitutes for the Molex 0022284342 based on alignment of core electrical and mechanical parameters. All three parts maintain active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and UL94 V-0 flammability certification.

The Samtec parts feature gold-plated mating contacts compared to the tin finish of the original Molex part. The Samtec TSW-134-24-G-S provides gold plating on both mating and post contacts, while the TSW-134-24-S-S combines gold mating contact finish with tin post finish. These contact finish variations do not affect substitution eligibility when the application does not impose specific contact material or plating thickness requirements.

Insulation material differs between the original Molex part (polyamide with glass fill) and the Samtec substitutes (polybutylene terephthalate). Both materials meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and maintain equivalent moisture sensitivity levels. The Samtec parts specify an operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C, providing defined thermal performance parameters not explicitly stated for the Molex original.

Minor dimensional variations exist in contact length and insulation height between the original and substitute parts. These differences remain within acceptable tolerances for board-to-board and cable connection applications where the 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and 34-position configuration are the primary design constraints.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What determines if a connector can substitute for the Molex 0022284342?

A: Substitution eligibility is based on matching the core parameters: 34 positions, single row, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, male pin contact type, through-hole mounting, solder termination, push-pull fastening, unshrouded design, and board-to-board or cable style. All substitute parts must maintain active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Q: Are the Samtec TSW-134-24-G-S and TSW-134-24-S-S interchangeable with the Molex 0022284342?

A: Yes. Both Samtec parts meet all primary matching criteria and compliance requirements. The differences in contact finish (gold versus tin) and insulation material (PBT versus polyamide) do not preclude substitution when the application does not impose specific requirements for these parameters.

Q: What is the difference between the two Samtec substitute parts?

A: The TSW-134-24-G-S features gold plating on both mating and post contacts. The TSW-134-24-S-S combines gold mating contact finish with tin post finish. Both parts are otherwise identical in electrical and mechanical specifications.

Q: Do the dimensional differences between the original and substitute parts affect compatibility?

A: Minor variations exist in contact length and insulation height. These differences remain within acceptable tolerances for standard board-to-board and cable connection applications. Verify specific board layout and mating connector specifications if tight dimensional constraints exist in the application.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The Molex 0022284342 and both Samtec substitute parts (TSW-134-24-G-S and TSW-134-24-S-S) are ROHS3 compliant with UL94 V-0 flammability certification and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these connectors?

A: The Samtec substitute parts specify an operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C. The Molex original part does not provide an explicit operating temperature specification in the available data.