Molex 0428910130 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0428910130 is an active rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This 12-position, single-row connector operates at 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch and features shrouded design with friction lock fastening. The connector is manufactured from brass with gold-plated mating contacts and tin-plated posts, suitable for board-to-board or cable interconnection in automotive, industrial, medical, and telecommunications applications. Finding equivalent substitute parts is necessary to ensure supply chain flexibility, manage inventory across multiple vendors, and maintain design compatibility when primary components become unavailable.

Substiute Parts

0428910130

MolexIn Stock: 9780428910130 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

4-644615-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 21084-644615-2 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0428910130 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Pitch - Mating: 0.156" (3.96mm) — must match exactly for mechanical compatibility
• Number of Positions: 12 — must match for circuit connectivity
• Number of Rows: 1 — must match for board layout compatibility
• Connector Type: Header — must match for mating interface
• Contact Type: Male Pin — must match for mating polarity
• Mounting Type: Through Hole — must match for PCB assembly process
• Termination: Solder — must match for assembly compatibility
• Shrouding: Shrouded - 1 Wall — must match for mechanical fit and keying
• Fastening Type: Friction Lock — must match for retention mechanism
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 — must match for safety compliance
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant — must match for regulatory compliance

The substitute part TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 4-644615-2 meets all critical substitution criteria. Both connectors share identical pitch, position count, row configuration, connector type, contact type, mounting method, termination style, shrouding design, fastening mechanism, flammability rating, and RoHS compliance status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Molex 0428910130 and TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 are active products with ROHS3 compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability ratings. Selection between these connectors should be based on the following provided specifications:

The Molex 0428910130 features gold-plated mating contacts on brass material with polyester insulation. The TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 features tin-plated mating contacts on copper alloy material with thermoplastic insulation. Both connectors maintain identical pitch, position count, and mounting characteristics required for direct mechanical substitution.

Dimensional differences exist in contact post length (0.140" versus 0.125") and insulation height (0.446" versus 0.545"). These variations must be evaluated against specific PCB layout and assembly requirements. The TE Connectivity connector includes keying slot and board guide features not present in the Molex design.

Both connectors are suitable for general purpose, industrial, automotive, medical, and telecommunications applications where the specified electrical and mechanical parameters are acceptable.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 directly replace the Molex 0428910130 in existing designs?

A: Direct mechanical substitution is possible due to matching pitch (0.156"), position count (12), row configuration (1), mounting type (through hole), and shrouding design. However, dimensional differences in contact post length and insulation height must be evaluated against specific PCB layout requirements before implementation.

Q: What are the key differences between these two connectors?

A: The primary differences are contact finish material (gold versus tin), base contact material (brass versus copper alloy), insulation material (polyester versus thermoplastic), contact post length (0.140" versus 0.125"), and insulation height (0.446" versus 0.545"). The TE Connectivity connector includes keying slot and board guide features.

Q: Are both connectors RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, both the Molex 0428910130 and TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 are ROHS3 compliant and carry UL94 V-0 flammability ratings.

Q: What applications are these connectors suitable for?

A: Both connectors are rated for automotive, general purpose, industrial, medical, and telecommunications applications. The Molex connector explicitly lists these applications, while the TE Connectivity connector is rated for general purpose and industrial applications.

Q: Do these connectors have different operating temperature ranges?

A: The Molex 0428910130 does not specify an operating temperature range in the provided data. The TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 operates from -55°C to 105°C.

Q: What is the voltage rating for these connectors?

A: The Molex 0428910130 does not specify a voltage rating in the provided data. The TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 is rated for 600VAC.

Q: Are there inventory considerations when selecting between these parts?

A: The Molex 0428910130 has 890 pieces in stock, while the TE Connectivity 4-644615-2 has 2089 pieces available. Inventory availability may influence selection based on project timeline requirements.