Molex 0850420189 96-Position DIN Receptacle Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0850420189 is a 96-position DIN receptacle connector with female sockets, gold contact finish, and through-hole termination. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations. The connector is designed for backplane applications requiring high-density interconnection with reliable solder termination and gold-plated contacts for enhanced signal integrity.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	96
Number of Positions Loaded	64
Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	3
Style	C
Level, Class	2
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Contact Finish	Gold
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0850420189 is determined by strict alignment of the following core parameters:

Connector Configuration: 96 positions, 64 positions loaded, 3 rows, Style C, 0.100" pitch
Connector Type: Receptacle with female sockets
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole PCB mounting with solder termination
Electrical & Environmental Compliance: UL94 V-0 flammability rating, ROHS3 compliance, MSL 1 rating
Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 125°C

All substitute parts listed maintain these core parameters. Variations in contact finish material composition, insulation material type, and product status (active vs. obsolete) do not affect functional substitutability when the above parameters are matched.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0850420189	HARTING 09032646824	HARTING 09032646829	HARTING 09032647824	HARTING 09034646825	TE Connectivity 5650408-5
Manufacturer	Molex	HARTING	HARTING	HARTING	HARTING	TE Connectivity
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets	Receptacle, Female Sockets
Number of Positions	96	96	96	96	96	96
Number of Positions Loaded	64	64	64	64	64	64
Pitch	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 Rows	3	3	3	3	3	3
Style	C	C	C	C	C	C
Level, Class	2	2	2	3	2	2
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Contact Finish	Gold	Not specified	Gold or Gold-Palladium	Gold or Gold-Palladium	Not specified	Gold
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 125°C	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts maintain functional compatibility with the Molex 0850420189 based on matching core electrical and mechanical parameters. Selection among active alternatives should prioritize:

HARTING 09032646829 and HARTING 09032647824 are preferred for applications requiring explicit gold contact finish specification and confirmed operating temperature range documentation. Both parts are active products with current manufacturing support.

HARTING 09032646824 and HARTING 09034646825 provide functionally equivalent alternatives with active product status. The 09034646825 variant includes mounting clips as an additional feature.

TE Connectivity 5650408-5 offers an alternative from a different manufacturer within the Eurocard series, maintaining all critical substitution parameters with active product status and gold contact finish.

All substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability certification, meeting the same regulatory requirements as the original Molex component.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can HARTING 09032646824 directly replace the Molex 0850420189?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical configuration parameters: 96 positions, 64 loaded, 3 rows, Style C, 0.100" pitch, through-hole solder termination, and UL94 V-0 rating. The HARTING part is an active product with current manufacturing availability.

Q: What is the difference between HARTING 09032646829 and HARTING 09032646824?

A: The primary difference is contact finish specification. The 09032646829 explicitly specifies gold or gold-palladium contact finish and includes documented operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 125°C) and current rating (2A). The 09032646824 does not specify contact finish material. Both maintain identical mechanical and electrical configuration.

Q: Is HARTING 09032647824 compatible with the original Molex part?

A: Yes. The 09032647824 maintains all critical substitution parameters. It differs in Level/Class designation (Class 3 versus Class 2) and insulation material composition (PBT glass-filled versus polyester thermoplastic), but these variations do not affect functional compatibility for the specified connector configuration.

Q: Why does HARTING 09034646825 include mounting clips?

A: The 09034646825 variant includes mounting clips as an additional mechanical feature. This does not affect electrical or core mechanical compatibility. Selection depends on whether the application requires this additional mounting capability.

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 5650408-5 be used as a substitute?

A: Yes. The TE Connectivity part maintains all critical substitution parameters within the Eurocard series. It is an active product with gold contact finish and equivalent mechanical configuration to the Molex 0850420189.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification, matching the regulatory status of the original Molex component.

Q: What is the significance of MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating?

A: MSL 1 indicates unlimited shelf life without moisture bake-out requirements. All listed parts, including the original Molex component, carry this rating, ensuring consistent handling and storage procedures across all alternatives.

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