Molex 0395350010 Terminal Block Header – Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0395350010 is a 10-position vertical terminal block header with 5.08mm pitch, designed for through-hole solder mounting applications. This component features a shrouded 4-side design with male pins and is rated for 15A at 300V UL. The part is currently active in production with 914 units in stock. Equivalent parts are identified when they maintain identical electrical ratings, mechanical dimensions, and functional specifications to ensure direct interchangeability in circuit board designs.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Number of Positions	10
Pitch	0.200" (5.08mm)
Header Orientation	Vertical
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
Termination Style	Solder
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Current Rating (UL)	15 A
Voltage Rating (UL)	300 V
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 115°C
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Contact Mating Finish	Tin
Features	Mating Flange

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0395350010 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility: Current rating (15A UL), voltage rating (300V UL), and contact material conductivity
Mechanical Compatibility: 10 positions, 5.08mm pitch, vertical orientation, shrouded 4-side design, and through-hole solder termination
Dimensional Compatibility: Insulation height (0.472"), contact tail length, and mating flange presence
Material & Environmental Compliance: UL94 V-0 flammability rating, polyamide housing, and operating temperature range support

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part 1-796867-0 qualifies as a manufacturer-recommended substitute based on matching all critical electrical and mechanical parameters within acceptable engineering tolerances.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0395350010	TE Connectivity 1-796867-0	Compatibility Status
Manufacturer	Molex	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	Different manufacturer
Number of Positions	10	10	Equivalent
Pitch	0.200" (5.08mm)	0.200" (5.08mm)	Equivalent
Header Orientation	Vertical	Vertical	Equivalent
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Equivalent
Termination Style	Solder	Solder	Equivalent
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Equivalent
Current Rating (UL)	15 A	15 A	Equivalent
Voltage Rating (UL)	300 V	300 V	Equivalent
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 115°C	-40°C ~ 110°C	TE part has 5°C lower maximum
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Equivalent
Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	Equivalent
Contact Mating Finish	Tin	Tin	Equivalent
Insulation Height	0.472" (12.00mm)	0.472" (12.00mm)	Equivalent
Contact Tail Length	0.150" (3.81mm)	0.138" (4.60mm)	TE part is 0.012" shorter
Contact Material	Brass	Copper Alloy	Different material, equivalent conductivity
Product Status	Active	Active	Both in production
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	Not applicable	Molex part has explicit compliance

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Molex 0395350010 and TE Connectivity 1-796867-0 are active production components with UL94 V-0 flammability certification and equivalent electrical ratings. Selection between these parts should be based on the following factors:

Molex 0395350010 is suitable when:

Maximum operating temperature of 115°C is required
ROHS3 compliance documentation is mandatory
Contact tail length of 0.150" (3.81mm) is specified in PCB design

TE Connectivity 1-796867-0 is suitable when:

Operating temperature does not exceed 110°C
Copper alloy contact material is acceptable
Contact tail length of 0.138" (4.60mm) accommodates PCB hole depth specifications
Inventory availability of 1193 units supports production volume requirements

Both parts meet the core electrical and mechanical requirements for 10-position, 5.08mm pitch, vertical through-hole terminal block header applications at 15A/300V.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 1-796867-0 be used as a direct replacement for the Molex 0395350010 in existing designs?

A: The TE part is electrically and mechanically compatible for most applications. However, verify that the 0.012" difference in contact tail length (4.60mm vs. 3.81mm) does not conflict with PCB hole depth or solder fillet requirements. The maximum operating temperature difference of 5°C should be evaluated against application thermal specifications.

Q: What is the significance of the contact material difference (Brass vs. Copper Alloy)?

A: Both materials provide equivalent electrical conductivity for this application. Brass (Molex) and copper alloy (TE) are standard contact materials for terminal block headers. Selection does not impact electrical performance at the specified 15A rating.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between these parts?

A: The Molex 0395350010 carries explicit ROHS3 compliance certification. The TE Connectivity part lists RoHS status as "Not applicable," which may require clarification from the manufacturer if RoHS compliance documentation is required for your application.

Q: Does the color difference (Black vs. Green) affect functionality?

A: Color is a cosmetic feature only and does not affect electrical or mechanical performance. Selection based on color should be driven by assembly or identification requirements.

Q: What inventory considerations should guide part selection?

A: The Molex part has 914 units in stock, while the TE part has 1193 units available. For high-volume production, the TE part offers greater immediate availability.

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