Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Molex 0334822318

Part Overview

The Molex 0334822318 is a 20-position rectangular connector housing plug from the MX150 33482 series. This component functions as a plug housing for male blade contacts with a 0.138" (3.50mm) pitch configuration. The part is classified as Active product status and is designed for free-hanging, in-line mounting applications with crimp termination and locking ramp fastening. Substitute parts are identified to address inventory availability, packaging preferences, or specific material and compliance requirements while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Plug
Contact Type	Male Blade
Number of Positions	20
Pitch	0.138" (3.50mm)
Number of Rows	2
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Locking Ramp
Features	Sealed
Series	MX150 33482
Manufacturer	Molex

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0334822318 are qualified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Connector Type: Plug housing configuration
Contact Type: Male blade contact system
Number of Positions: 20-position layout
Pitch: 0.138" (3.50mm) contact spacing
Number of Rows: 2-row arrangement
Mounting Type: Free hanging, in-line orientation
Contact Termination: Crimp connection method
Fastening Type: Locking ramp mechanism
Features: Sealed design
Series: MX150 33482 family

Substitute parts Molex 0334822101 and Molex 0334822102 maintain full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the main part across all these parameters. Variations in insulation material composition, color designation, packaging format, and compliance certifications do not affect functional interchangeability within the MX150 33482 series.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	0334822318 (Main)	0334822101 (Substitute)	0334822102 (Substitute)
Manufacturer	Molex	Molex	Molex
Series	MX150 33482	MX150 33482	MX150 33482
Connector Type	Plug	Plug	Plug
Contact Type	Male Blade	Male Blade	Male Blade
Number of Positions	20	20	20
Pitch	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)
Number of Rows	2	2	2
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp
Fastening Type	Locking Ramp	Locking Ramp	Locking Ramp
Features	Sealed	Sealed	Sealed
Color	Black	Black	Gray
Product Status	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—Molex 0334822318, 0334822101, and 0334822102—maintain Active product status and are suitable for new design implementations and production applications. Selection between these parts should be based on the following criteria:

Molex 0334822318: Primary specification with black color housing and SPS glass-filled insulation material. Appropriate for applications where the original design specification calls for this exact material composition.

Molex 0334822101: Functionally equivalent substitute with black color housing. Features polyamide (PA) nylon glass-filled insulation material combined with SPS. Carries ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating. Bulk packaging format. Suitable for applications requiring enhanced compliance documentation and moisture-insensitive handling.

Molex 0334822102: Functionally equivalent substitute with gray color housing. Features polyamide (PA) nylon glass-filled insulation material combined with SPS. Carries ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating. Bulk packaging format. Appropriate for applications where color differentiation is required for circuit board assembly or system identification purposes.

All three parts are classified under ECCN EAR99 for export control purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the substitute parts 0334822101 and 0334822102 electrically and mechanically compatible with the main part 0334822318?

A: Yes. All three parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications across connector type, contact configuration, position count, pitch, row arrangement, mounting method, termination type, and fastening mechanism. They are fully interchangeable within the MX150 33482 series.

Q: What is the primary difference between the three parts?

A: The main differences are color designation (black versus gray) and insulation material composition. Part 0334822318 uses SPS glass-filled material, while parts 0334822101 and 0334822102 use polyamide (PA) nylon glass-filled material combined with SPS. These material variations do not affect functional performance or contact compatibility.

Q: Does the packaging format affect part compatibility?

A: No. Packaging format (standard versus bulk) is a logistics consideration only and does not impact electrical or mechanical compatibility. The connector housing itself remains identical regardless of packaging method.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Parts 0334822101 and 0334822102 carry explicit ROHS3 compliance certification. The main part 0334822318 does not list RoHS status in the provided specifications. Compliance requirements should be verified against your specific application standards.

Q: What does MSL 1 (Unlimited) mean for parts 0334822101 and 0334822102?

A: MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicates that these parts have no moisture sensitivity limitations and do not require special moisture-controlled storage or handling procedures. The main part 0334822318 lists MSL as Not Applicable.

Q: Can I use the gray-colored part 0334822102 as a direct replacement for the black-colored part 0334822318?

A: Yes, from an electrical and mechanical standpoint. However, color differentiation may be significant in your assembly or system design. Verify that color change does not conflict with your documentation, assembly procedures, or system identification requirements.

Q: Are contacts included with these connector housings?

A: No. All three parts are connector housings only. Contacts must be sourced separately and are not included with any of these parts.

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