Molex 0702471601 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0702471601 is a rectangular connector header, right-angle configuration, with 16 positions at 2.54mm pitch. This through-hole component features shrouded 4-wall design with solder termination and push-pull fastening. The part is classified as obsolete, with 1,118 units currently in stock. Due to its obsolete status, identifying functionally equivalent substitute parts is essential for ongoing design support, production continuity, and long-term component availability.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	16
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square
Insulation Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Glass Filled
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0702471601 is determined by strict alignment with the following core parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Connector type: Header
Contact type: Male Pin
Pitch - mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of positions: 16
Number of rows: 2
Row spacing - mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting type: Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding: Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination: Solder
Contact shape: Square
Insulation material: PBT Glass Filled or equivalent
Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0

Acceptable Variation Parameters:

Fastening type: Push-Pull or Latch Holder (both provide secure mating)
Contact finish thickness - mating: 15.0µin to 30.0µin
Contact finish thickness - post: 74.8µin to 100.0µin
Insulation height: 0.350" to 0.366"
Contact length - mating: 0.240" to 0.242"
Contact length - post: 0.114" to 0.177"
Contact material: Brass, Phosphor Bronze, or Copper Alloy
Insulation color: Black, Gray, or Beige
Operating temperature range: -55°C to 125°C (when specified)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories: direct Molex variants and cross-manufacturer alternatives from HARTING and TE Connectivity. All listed substitutes maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility within the specified tolerance ranges.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0702471601	Molex 0702471651	HARTING 09185165321	HARTING 09185165323	HARTING 09185166321	HARTING 09185166323	HARTING 09185167321	HARTING 09185167323	HARTING 09195166323	TE Connectivity 103310-3	TE Connectivity 103311-3
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16	16
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Material	Brass	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Brass	Brass
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Not specified	Gold	Gold	Not specified	Gold or Gold-Palladium	Gold or Gold-Palladium
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Tin-Lead	Tin-Lead
Contact Finish Thickness - Post	74.8µin (1.90µm)	74.8µin (1.90µm)	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact Length - Mating	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.242" (6.15mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.242" (6.15mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.242" (6.15mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.177" (4.50mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.177" (4.50mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.177" (4.50mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.135" (3.43mm)	0.135" (3.43mm)
Insulation Height	0.350" (8.89mm)	0.350" (8.89mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.366" (9.30mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)	0.360" (9.14mm)
Insulation Material	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PBT, Glass Filled	PCT, Glass Filled	Not specified	Not specified
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Gray	Gray	Gray	Gray	Gray	Gray	Beige	Black	Black
Operating Temperature	Not specified	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Molex Replacement: Molex 0702471651 is the primary substitute for the obsolete 0702471601. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications within the C-Grid 70247 series. The 0702471651 is active in production with significantly higher inventory (11,977 units), ROHS3 compliance, and identical pitch, position count, and mounting configuration. The only material difference is contact material (Phosphor Bronze vs. Brass), which does not affect functional compatibility. This part is recommended as the first choice for direct replacement.

HARTING SEK Series Alternatives: The HARTING 09185165321, 09185165323, 09185166321, 09185166323, 09185167321, 09185167323, and 09195166323 provide cross-manufacturer equivalence. All HARTING parts are ROHS3 compliant and active in production. These connectors feature latch holder fastening instead of push-pull, which provides equivalent secure mating. Insulation height varies slightly (0.366" vs. 0.350"), and contact post length ranges from 0.114" to 0.177". HARTING parts specify operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C), providing additional thermal specification clarity. Insulation material is PBT Glass Filled or PCT Glass Filled, both acceptable alternatives. These parts are suitable for applications requiring RoHS3 compliance and extended temperature specification.

TE Connectivity AMP-Latch Series: TE Connectivity 103310-3 and 103311-3 provide functional equivalence with push-pull fastening matching the original 0702471601. Both parts are active in production with high inventory levels (1,152 and 1,698 units respectively). These connectors feature brass contact material and tin-lead post finish. Operating temperature range is -65°C to 105°C. Current rating is specified at 1A per contact. TE Connectivity parts are RoHS non-compliant, matching the original part's compliance status. These parts are suitable for applications where RoHS non-compliance is acceptable and push-pull fastening is required.

Compliance Considerations: For new designs or applications requiring RoHS3 compliance, select from the Molex 0702471651 or HARTING series. For legacy systems or applications where RoHS non-compliance is acceptable, TE Connectivity parts provide direct functional equivalence with identical fastening type.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use Molex 0702471651 as a direct replacement for 0702471601? A: Yes. Both parts are identical in electrical and mechanical specifications. The 0702471651 is the active production equivalent with ROHS3 compliance and higher inventory availability.

Q: What is the difference between push-pull and latch holder fastening? A: Both fastening types provide secure mating. Push-pull fastening uses a spring-loaded mechanism for quick connect/disconnect. Latch holder fastening uses a mechanical latch for positive retention. Both are functionally equivalent for board-to-cable applications.

Q: Are HARTING parts compatible with the original Molex connector? A: Yes. HARTING 09185165321, 09185165323, 09185166321, 09185166323, 09185167321, 09185167323, and 09195166323 maintain all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. Mating pitch, position count, row spacing, shrouding, and termination are identical. Latch holder fastening provides equivalent secure connection.

Q: What is the significance of contact post length variation? A: Contact post length (0.114" to 0.177") affects PCB insertion depth and solder joint formation. Variations within the specified range do not affect electrical performance or mechanical compatibility. PCB design should accommodate the specified post length for the selected part.

Q: Why do some parts specify operating temperature and others do not? A: Operating temperature specification is provided by manufacturers when thermal performance data is available. Absence of specification does not indicate temperature limitation. HARTING and TE Connectivity parts specify -55°C to 125°C and -65°C to 105°C respectively, providing additional thermal design margin.

Q: Are there packaging differences between substitute parts? A: Yes. Molex 0702471601 and 0702471651 are supplied in bulk packaging. HARTING parts are supplied in bulk or tray packaging. TE Connectivity 103310-3 and 103311-3 are supplied in tube packaging. Packaging does not affect component functionality or electrical performance.

Q: Which substitute part should I select for a new design? A: For RoHS3 compliance, select Molex 0702471651 or any HARTING part. For legacy system compatibility with RoHS non-compliance, select TE Connectivity 103310-3 or 103311-3. All parts maintain identical mating pitch, position count, and shrouding configuration.

Q: Can I mix different substitute parts in the same assembly? A: Yes, provided the mating connector is compatible with all selected header variants. All listed substitutes maintain identical pitch, position count, and shrouding, ensuring interchangeability at the mating interface.

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