Equivalent & Substitute Parts: Molex 0747500072

Part Overview

The Molex 0747500072 is a QSFP cage connector with EMI elastomer gasket assembly, classified as a pluggable connector for position-based applications. This part is currently listed as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components to maintain design continuity and ensure ongoing component availability for production and service applications.

Substiute Parts

0747500072

MolexIn Stock: 8300747500072 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

0747503072

MolexIn Stock: 12000747503072 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Molex 0747500072 is based on the following critical parameters:

Functional Equivalence Criteria:

• Shared base product number (074750) indicating common product family
• Identical connector category classification (Pluggable Connectors)
• Matching functional description (QSFP cage with EMI elastomer gasket assembly)
• Equivalent RoHS compliance status

Active Substitute Identification: The Molex 0747500072 is directly substituted by the Molex 0747503072, which maintains the same base product architecture while providing an active, production-supported alternative. Both components share the 074750 base product designation and identical functional descriptions, confirming compatibility within the same connector family.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 0747503072 is the direct substitute for the obsolete Molex 0747500072. Selection of the substitute part is based on:

Product Status Alignment: The substitute part maintains active production status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity compared to the obsolete main part.

Compliance Equivalence: Both components maintain RoHS compliance certification, satisfying regulatory requirements for electronic component applications.

Functional Compatibility: Identical base product number and matching functional descriptions confirm that the substitute part operates within the same connector family and application scope as the original component.

Inventory Availability: The substitute part (0747503072) is available in production quantities (1122 pcs), providing immediate procurement capability for new designs and replacement applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Molex 0747503072 directly replace the Molex 0747500072 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components share the same base product number (074750) and identical functional descriptions (QSFP cage with EMI elastomer gasket assembly). The substitute part is classified as the manufacturer-recommended equivalent.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The Molex 0747500072 is obsolete. The Molex 0747503072 is the active production equivalent, ensuring continued component availability and supply chain support.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the main part and substitute part maintain RoHS compliance certification.

Q: What connector type does the substitute part support?

A: The Molex 0747503072 is specified as a QSFP+ cage connector with heat sink, mounted through hole in right-angle configuration with press-fit termination.

Q: Is there a difference in packaging between the two parts?

A: Packaging information is not specified for either component in the provided technical data.

Q: What features are included in the substitute part?

A: The Molex 0747503072 includes EMI shielding and light pipe features as part of its cage assembly design.

Q: How does inventory availability compare?

A: The substitute part (0747503072) has 1122 pcs in stock, providing greater availability than the obsolete main part (800 pcs).