Molex 0762899205 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0762899205 is a 216-position backplane connector header with male pins designed for through-hole PCB mounting. This connector features an Impact style with guide right configuration, 18 rows by 12 columns arrangement, and gold-plated contacts rated for 30V operation across an extended temperature range of -55°C to 85°C.

The 0762899205 is classified as obsolete. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production or repair requirements for systems utilizing this connector specification.

Substiute Parts

0762899205
MolexIn Stock: 9200762899205 Datasheet
0762899205
Current Part
0762899208
MolexIn Stock: 11750762899208 Datasheet
0762899208
MFR Recommended

Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Manufacturer Part Number 0762899205
Manufacturer Molex
Category Backplane Connectors
Series Impact 76289
Number of Positions 216
Connector Type Header, Male Pins
Connector Style Impact, Guide Right
Mounting Type Through Hole
Termination Press-Fit
Contact Finish Gold
Contact Finish Thickness 30.0µin (0.76µm)
Color Black
Voltage Rating 30V
Operating Temperature -55°C to 85°C
Material Flammability Rating UL94 V-0
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited)
Product Status Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0762899205 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

  • Connector type and style: Header with male pins, Impact configuration with guide right orientation
  • Position count and arrangement: 216 positions in 18 rows by 12 columns
  • Mounting and termination: Through-hole PCB mounting with press-fit termination
  • Electrical specifications: 30V voltage rating, gold contact finish at 30.0µin thickness
  • Environmental compliance: UL94 V-0 flammability rating, ROHS3 compliance, MSL 1 rating
  • Operating range: -55°C to 85°C temperature specification

The substitute part must match all these parameters to ensure functional and mechanical compatibility within the original application circuit.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter 0762899205 (Main Part) 0762899208 (Substitute) Match Status
Manufacturer Molex Molex Match
Category Backplane Connectors Backplane Connectors Match
Series Impact 76289 Impact 76289 Match
Number of Positions 216 216 Match
Connector Type Header, Male Pins Header, Male Pins Match
Connector Style Impact, Guide Right Impact, Guide Right Match
Number of Rows 18 18 Match
Number of Columns 12 12 Match
Mounting Type Through Hole Through Hole Match
Termination Press-Fit Press-Fit Match
Contact Finish Gold Gold Match
Contact Finish Thickness 30.0µin (0.76µm) 30.0µin (0.76µm) Match
Color Black Black Match
Voltage Rating 30V 30V Match
Operating Temperature -55°C to 85°C -55°C to 85°C Match
Material Flammability Rating UL94 V-0 UL94 V-0 Match
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant Match
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited) 1 (Unlimited) Match
Product Status Obsolete Active Difference
Packaging Not specified Tray Difference

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 0762899208 is the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete 0762899205. Both parts are manufactured by Molex within the Impact 76289 series and maintain identical electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications.

The primary distinction is product status: the 0762899205 is obsolete while the 0762899208 is active and currently in production. The 0762899208 is available in tray packaging, whereas packaging information for the original part was not specified.

From an engineering perspective, the 0762899208 provides continuity for applications requiring 216-position backplane connectors with the specified Impact configuration. Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability certification, meeting regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial applications. The active status of the 0762899208 ensures ongoing supply chain availability and manufacturing support.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 0762899208 be used as a direct replacement for the 0762899205?

A: Yes. The 0762899208 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the 0762899205. All critical parameters including position count, connector style, mounting type, contact specifications, voltage rating, and operating temperature range are identical.

Q: What is the primary reason to substitute the 0762899205 with the 0762899208?

A: The 0762899205 is classified as obsolete. The 0762899208 is the active equivalent part from Molex, ensuring continued availability and manufacturing support for new production runs or system repairs.

Q: Are there any differences in packaging between these parts?

A: The 0762899208 is supplied in tray packaging. Packaging information for the 0762899205 was not specified in the original documentation. Verify packaging requirements for your specific assembly process.

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both the 0762899205 and 0762899208 are ROHS3 compliant, carry UL94 V-0 flammability certification, and have MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity ratings.

Q: What are the key parameters that define substitution eligibility for this connector?

A: Substitution is based on matching: connector type (header, male pins), style (Impact, guide right), position count (216), row/column arrangement (18×12), mounting method (through-hole), termination type (press-fit), contact finish (gold at 30.0µin), voltage rating (30V), operating temperature range (-55°C to 85°C), and compliance certifications (UL94 V-0, ROHS3).

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