Molex 0873683020 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0873683020 is a 30-position receptacle connector from the Milli-Grid 87368 series, designed for surface mount, right-angle board-to-board or cable applications. This connector features 0.079" (2.00mm) pitch mating contacts with gold plating, rated for 1A at 125VAC, and operates across -55°C to 105°C. The part is currently obsolete, making identification of compatible substitutes essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

0873683020

MolexIn Stock: 9970873683020 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

0873683024

MolexIn Stock: 11340873683024 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the Molex 0873683020 is determined by strict equivalence across the following electrical and mechanical parameters:

• Connector type (Receptacle)
• Position count (30 positions)
• Mating pitch (0.079" / 2.00mm)
• Row configuration (2 rows with 0.079" spacing)
• Mounting style (Surface mount, right angle)
• Contact type (Female socket)
• Mating contact finish (Gold)
• Electrical ratings (1A, 125VAC)
• Operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C)

The Molex 0873683020 has one direct substitute within the Milli-Grid 87368 series that maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 0873683024 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 0873683020. Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters: 30-position configuration, 0.079" pitch, surface mount right-angle orientation, gold mating contacts, and full operating range.

The primary distinction is product status and regulatory compliance. The 0873683024 is currently active in production and carries ROHS3 compliance, whereas the 0873683020 is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant. For new designs or ongoing production requiring regulatory compliance, the 0873683024 is the appropriate selection. The contact finish on the post differs (Tin-Lead versus Tin), but both maintain equivalent electrical performance at the specified 1A rating.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Molex 0873683024 directly replace the 0873683020 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 0873683024 maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the 0873683020 across all critical parameters: connector type, position count, mating pitch, row configuration, mounting style, contact type, and electrical ratings. Both operate identically within the -55°C to 105°C temperature range at 1A, 125VAC.

Q: What is the difference between these two parts?

A: The primary differences are product lifecycle status and regulatory compliance. The 0873683020 is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant, while the 0873683024 is active production and ROHS3 compliant. The post contact finish differs (Tin-Lead versus Tin), but this does not affect electrical performance at the specified current rating.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The 0873683024 is supplied in Tube packaging. The 0873683020 packaging specification is not provided in the technical data.

Q: Which part should be selected for new designs?

A: The Molex 0873683024 should be selected for new designs. It is in active production, carries current regulatory compliance (ROHS3), and provides identical functional performance to the obsolete 0873683020.

Q: Are these parts interchangeable at the PCB level?

A: Yes. Both parts feature identical surface mount, right-angle mounting with the same footprint requirements, insulation height (0.193"), and board guide features. No PCB redesign is required when substituting the 0873683024 for the 0873683020.