Molex 0398900313 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0398900313 is a 13-position wire-to-board terminal block designed for horizontal PCB mounting with 5.00mm pitch spacing. This component is classified as an active product and serves as a standard interface for electrical connections in industrial and commercial applications requiring side-entry wire termination. Substitute parts are identified to provide alternative sourcing options when the primary component is unavailable or when design flexibility permits equivalent functionality.

Substiute Parts

0398900313

MolexIn Stock: 9980398900313 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1-282836-3

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 25001-282836-3 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0398900313 are identified based on the following critical electrical and mechanical parameters:

• Pitch spacing: 0.197" (5.00mm)
• Mating orientation: Horizontal with Board
• Mounting type: Through Hole
• Wire termination method: Screw - Rising Cage Clamp
• Current rating: 14.6 A minimum
• Voltage rating: 300 V minimum
• Wire gauge compatibility: 16-30 AWG
• Screw thread specification: M3
• Torque specification: 0.68 Nm (6 Lb-In)

The substitute part TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-282836-3 shares these core electrical and mechanical characteristics. However, the substitute differs in position count (2 positions versus 13 positions), which restricts its application to circuits requiring fewer connection points. Substitution is valid only when the circuit design accommodates the reduced position configuration.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Selection between the Molex 0398900313 and TE Connectivity 1-282836-3 is determined by circuit position requirements and regulatory compliance needs.

The Molex 0398900313 is the primary component for applications requiring 13 connection points. This part maintains active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring long-term availability and regulatory alignment with current environmental standards.

The TE Connectivity 1-282836-3 serves as a substitute only for applications requiring 2 connection points. This part is RoHS compliant and REACH affected, meeting baseline environmental regulations. The reduced position count restricts its application scope to simpler circuit configurations.

Both parts share identical electrical ratings (14.6 A, 300 V), mechanical mounting specifications (Through Hole, 5.00mm pitch), and termination methods (Screw - Rising Cage Clamp with M3 thread). Selection should be based on the specific number of connection points required by the circuit design.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 1-282836-3 replace the Molex 0398900313 in all applications?

A: No. The TE Connectivity part has 2 positions while the Molex part has 13 positions. Substitution is valid only when the circuit design requires 2 or fewer connection points and can accommodate the reduced position configuration.

Q: Are the electrical ratings identical between these parts?

A: Yes. Both parts are rated for 14.6 A current, 300 V voltage, and accept wire gauges from 16-30 AWG. Both use M3 screw threads with 0.68 Nm torque specification.

Q: What is the difference in housing material between these parts?

A: The Molex part uses Polyamide (PA) Nylon, while the TE Connectivity part uses Polyamide (PA66) Nylon 6/6. Both materials are compatible for standard PCB mounting applications.

Q: Do both parts meet current environmental compliance standards?

A: The Molex 0398900313 is ROHS3 compliant. The TE Connectivity 1-282836-3 is RoHS compliant and REACH affected. Both meet baseline environmental regulations, though the Molex part aligns with more recent compliance standards.

Q: Are the mounting and termination methods compatible?

A: Yes. Both parts use Through Hole mounting, horizontal board orientation, 5.00mm pitch spacing, and screw-based rising cage clamp termination. Installation procedures and PCB layout requirements are equivalent.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for both parts?

A: The Molex 0398900313 operates from -40°C to 105°C. The TE Connectivity 1-282836-3 does not specify an operating temperature range in the provided data.