Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Molex 0430200809

Part Overview

The Molex 0430200809 is an 8-position rectangular connector housing plug from the Micro-Fit 3.0 43020 series. This connector is designed for applications requiring a compact, free-hanging inline plug configuration with crimp-style male pin contacts. The part is currently in active production status with 1141 pieces available in inventory. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are required for component procurement, inventory management, or supply chain continuity.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Plug
Number of Positions	8
Pitch	0.118" (3.00mm)
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing	0.118" (3.00mm)
Contact Type	Male Pin
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Locking Ramp
Color	Black
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 105°C
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA), Nylon

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0430200809 are identified based on strict equivalence of the following critical parameters:

Connector Type: Plug housing configuration
Position Count: 8 positions
Pitch and Row Spacing: 0.118" (3.00mm) for both pitch and row spacing
Contact Configuration: Male pin, crimp termination
Mounting Style: Free hanging inline
Fastening Mechanism: Locking ramp
Color: Black
Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 105°C range
Insulation Material: Polyamide/Nylon composition

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part number 794616-8 meets all these electrical and mechanical requirements, making it a parametric equivalent for applications requiring interchangeable 8-position rectangular connector housings with identical pitch and row spacing specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0430200809	TE Connectivity 794616-8	Match Status
Connector Type	Plug	Plug	Equivalent
Number of Positions	8	8	Equivalent
Pitch	0.118" (3.00mm)	0.118" (3.00mm)	Equivalent
Number of Rows	2	2	Equivalent
Row Spacing	0.118" (3.00mm)	0.118" (3.00mm)	Equivalent
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Equivalent
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Equivalent
Contact Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Equivalent
Fastening Type	Locking Ramp	Locking Ramp	Equivalent
Color	Black	Black	Equivalent
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	Equivalent
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA), Nylon	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Equivalent
Product Status	Active	Active	Equivalent

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Molex 0430200809 and TE Connectivity 794616-8 are active production components with equivalent electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts should be based on the following factors:

Molex 0430200809: Suitable for applications where Molex Micro-Fit 3.0 series ecosystem integration is required. Current inventory of 1141 pieces supports immediate procurement needs.

TE Connectivity 794616-8: Suitable for applications where TE Connectivity MATE-N-LOK series integration is required. Higher inventory availability of 9106 pieces supports large-volume procurement. RoHS Compliant certification and Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited) designation provide additional compliance documentation.

Both parts operate across the identical temperature range and utilize compatible crimp termination and locking ramp fastening mechanisms. The choice between manufacturers should be driven by existing connector ecosystem requirements, supply chain preferences, and compliance documentation needs specific to the end application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 794616-8 be used as a direct replacement for the Molex 0430200809?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical parameters including 8-position configuration, 0.118" (3.00mm) pitch and row spacing, male pin crimp contacts, locking ramp fastening, and -40°C ~ 105°C operating temperature range. Physical compatibility is established through these equivalent specifications.

Q: What is the difference between the Micro-Fit 3.0 and MATE-N-LOK series?

A: These are distinct connector series from different manufacturers. Molex manufactures the Micro-Fit 3.0 series, while TE Connectivity manufactures the MATE-N-LOK series. Despite different series designations, the 0430200809 and 794616-8 parts are parametrically equivalent in all critical electrical and mechanical dimensions.

Q: Are there differences in insulation material between these parts?

A: Both parts utilize polyamide nylon insulation materials. The Molex part specifies Polyamide (PA) Nylon, while the TE Connectivity part specifies Polyamide (PA66) Nylon 6/6. Both materials are polyamide-based and provide equivalent functional performance within the specified operating temperature range.

Q: What does "Contacts Not Included" mean for these connector housings?

A: Both the Molex 0430200809 and TE Connectivity 794616-8 are housing components only. Male pin contacts must be procured separately and crimped into the housing. Contact selection should match the wire gauge and current rating requirements of the specific application.

Q: How do the inventory levels affect component selection?

A: The TE Connectivity 794616-8 has higher inventory availability (9106 pieces) compared to the Molex 0430200809 (1141 pieces). For applications requiring large-volume procurement or extended lead time mitigation, the TE Connectivity part may offer supply chain advantages.

Q: Is the TE Connectivity part RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The TE Connectivity 794616-8 is designated as RoHS Compliant. The Molex 0430200809 does not include RoHS compliance documentation in the provided specifications. Applications requiring RoHS compliance should specify the TE Connectivity part.

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