Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Molex 0536080790

Part Overview

The Molex 0536080790 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting with 7 positions at 2.5mm pitch. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for new designs and ongoing production requirements. The connector features shrouded 4-wall construction with kinked pin solder termination and friction lock fastening, suitable for board-to-cable/wire applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	0536080790
Manufacturer	Molex
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	7
Number of Rows	1
Pitch - Mating	0.098" (2.50mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Kinked Pin, Solder
Fastening Type	Friction Lock
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the Molex 0536080790 is based on the following critical parameters that must align for functional compatibility:

Number of Positions: 7 positions (fixed requirement)
Number of Rows: 1 row (fixed requirement)
Connector Type: Header (fixed requirement)
Contact Type: Male Pin (fixed requirement)
Mounting Type: Through Hole (fixed requirement)
Shrouding: Shrouded - 4 Wall (fixed requirement)
Termination: Solder (fixed requirement)
Pitch Tolerance: The original 2.5mm pitch may be substituted with 2.54mm pitch (0.100") as these are standard metric and imperial equivalents within acceptable mechanical tolerance for header applications

The substitute parts TE Connectivity 5-103735-6 and 5-104363-6 meet these core requirements. Both are active-status connectors with 7-position, single-row, shrouded headers featuring solder termination and through-hole mounting. The pitch difference (2.54mm vs 2.5mm) represents a 0.04mm variance, which is within standard PCB design tolerances for header spacing.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0536080790	TE Connectivity 5-103735-6	TE Connectivity 5-104363-6
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	7	7	7
Number of Rows	1	1	1
Pitch - Mating	0.098" (2.50mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Kinked Pin, Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Friction Lock	Latch Holder	Latch Holder
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Brass	Brass
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic
Contact Finish - Mating	Tin	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin
Overall Contact Length	0.533" (14.65mm)	0.545" (13.84mm)	0.550" (13.97mm)
Insulation Height	0.630" (16.00mm)	0.535" (13.60mm)	0.535" (13.60mm)
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both TE Connectivity substitute parts are active-status components with current manufacturing support, addressing the obsolescence of the original Molex part. Both substitutes carry RoHS compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability ratings, meeting the same regulatory requirements as the original component.

The TE Connectivity 5-103735-6 and 5-104363-6 are functionally equivalent for 7-position header applications. The primary differences are minor variations in contact finish thickness on the mating surface (30.0µin vs 15.0µin) and overall contact length (13.84mm vs 13.97mm). Both parts feature gold-plated mating contacts with tin-plated posts and latch holder fastening, providing improved contact reliability compared to the original friction lock design.

The 2.54mm pitch of the substitute parts represents the industry-standard metric equivalent to the original 2.5mm pitch. PCB layouts designed for 2.5mm spacing can accommodate 2.54mm headers with standard manufacturing tolerances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity parts directly replace the Molex 0536080790 on existing PCBs?

A: The substitute parts are mechanically and electrically compatible for new designs. Existing PCBs designed for 2.5mm pitch spacing will require evaluation for the 2.54mm pitch of the substitute parts. The 0.04mm difference per position may require minor PCB layout adjustments depending on design tolerances and connector mounting hole specifications.

Q: What is the difference between the two TE Connectivity substitute parts?

A: Both 5-103735-6 and 5-104363-6 are functionally equivalent 7-position headers with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The differences are minor variations in contact finish thickness on the mating surface (30.0µin for 5-103735-6 versus 15.0µin for 5-104363-6) and overall contact length (13.84mm versus 13.97mm). Either part is suitable for substitution.

Q: Are the substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, both TE Connectivity parts are RoHS compliant. The original Molex part is ROHS3 compliant. All three parts meet the same flammability rating of UL94 V-0.

Q: What is the difference in fastening mechanism?

A: The original Molex part uses friction lock fastening, while the substitute TE Connectivity parts use latch holder fastening. The latch holder design provides positive retention and is the current industry standard for header connectors.

Q: Are there any thermal or current rating differences?

A: The substitute parts are rated for 3A current and operate across -65°C to 105°C temperature range. The original part does not specify current or voltage ratings in the provided data. Both substitute parts are suitable for general purpose, automotive, medical, and telecommunications applications.

Q: What is the packaging format for the substitute parts?

A: Both TE Connectivity substitute parts are supplied in tube packaging, suitable for automated assembly processes.

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