Molex 0877601017 Rectangular Connector Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0877601017 is an active-status rectangular connector header designed for through-hole, right-angle board-to-board or cable applications. This 10-position, 2-row header with 2.00mm pitch serves general purpose, automotive, and telecommunications applications. Finding equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to ensure design flexibility, manage supply chain continuity, and optimize procurement across compatible connector families that meet identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	10
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic or Glass-Filled Polymer
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0877601017 are qualified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Connector Type & Contact Configuration: Header with male pins
Position Count & Row Configuration: 10 positions in 2 rows
Pitch Specification: 0.079" (2.00mm) mating pitch and row spacing
Mounting & Termination: Through-hole, right-angle orientation with solder termination
Fastening Mechanism: Push-pull fastening type
Contact Finish: Gold-plated mating surface
Compliance & Environmental: UL94 V-0 flammability rating, ROHS3 compliance, MSL 1

The three qualified substitutes—Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF, Harwin M22-2040505, and Harwin M22-2540505—meet all these core parameters. Variations in contact length, insulation height, and current rating do not preclude substitution when the application does not impose specific constraints on these secondary parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0877601017	Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF	Harwin M22-2040505	Harwin M22-2540505
Manufacturer	Molex	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Harwin Inc.	Harwin Inc.
Series	Milli-Grid 87760	Minitek®	M22	M22
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	10	10	10	10
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)	0.079" (2.00mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.157" (4.00mm)	0.157" (4.00mm)	0.138" (4.60mm)	0.138" (4.60mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.102" (2.60mm)	0.098" (2.50mm)	0.118" (3.00mm)	0.094" (2.40mm)
Insulation Height	0.169" (4.30mm)	0.165" (4.20mm)	0.157" (4.00mm)	0.157" (4.00mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Polycyclohexylenedimethylene Terephthalate (PCT), Glass Filled	Thermoplastic	Polyamide (PA6T), Nylon 6T	Polyamide (PA6T), Nylon 6T
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating	Not specified	2A (AC/DC)	1A per Contact	2A
Voltage Rating	Not specified	200V (AC/DC)	Not specified	Not specified
Operating Temperature	Not specified	Not specified	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Packaging	Tray	Bulk	Bulk	Bulk

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three substitute parts maintain active product status and meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and MSL 1 environmental specifications. The Molex 0877601017, Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF, and both Harwin M22 variants are ROHS3 compliant, ensuring regulatory alignment for automotive, telecommunications, and general-purpose applications.

The Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF offers the highest current rating at 2A with specified voltage rating of 200V (AC/DC), making it suitable for applications requiring explicit electrical performance documentation. The Harwin M22-2540505 also provides 2A current capacity with operating temperature range of -40°C to 105°C, supporting extended thermal environments. The Harwin M22-2040505 is rated at 1A per contact and includes cuttable header functionality for custom position configurations.

Mechanical variations in contact length and insulation height are within acceptable tolerance ranges for standard board-to-board interconnect applications. Selection should be based on specific application requirements for current capacity, operating temperature range, and packaging format (tray versus bulk).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF directly replace the Molex 0877601017 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical pitch (2.00mm), position count (10 in 2 rows), mounting type (through-hole right-angle), and contact configuration (male pins with gold mating finish). The 0.004" difference in contact length and 0.010" difference in insulation height do not affect mechanical compatibility in standard board-to-board applications.

Q: What is the primary difference between the Harwin M22-2040505 and M22-2540505?

A: The M22-2040505 is rated at 1A per contact with 0.118" post length, while the M22-2540505 is rated at 2A with 0.094" post length. Both share identical mating pitch, row configuration, and operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C). Selection depends on application current requirements and available PCB depth for solder post penetration.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The Molex 0877601017 is ROHS3 compliant, the Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF is RoHS compliant, and both Harwin M22 variants are ROHS3 compliant. All parts meet regulatory requirements for restricted substance elimination.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: The Molex 0877601017 is supplied in tray packaging. The Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF and both Harwin M22 variants are supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging format does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Can these connectors be used in automotive applications?

A: Yes. The Molex 0877601017 is explicitly rated for automotive applications. All substitute parts meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and MSL 1 environmental specifications, supporting automotive-grade reliability standards.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for all parts?

A: All parts are rated MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity constraints during storage, handling, or assembly processes.

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