Molex 0877608012 Rectangular Connector Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0877608012 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 cost while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

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 Shape	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0877608012 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional and mechanical compatibility:

Primary Matching Criteria:

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 shape: Square
Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0

All three substitute parts meet these core electrical and mechanical parameters, ensuring direct functional equivalence for PCB mounting and mating interface applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0877608012	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
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 Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Length - Mating	0.157" (4.00mm)	0.157" (4.00mm)	0.138" (4.60mm)	0.138" (4.60mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.073" (1.85mm)	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 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)
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active
Packaging	Tape & Reel (TR)	Bulk	Bulk	Bulk

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three substitute parts maintain active product status and meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements, ensuring compliance with standard safety certifications. The Molex 0877608012, Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF, and both Harwin M22 variants are ROHS-compliant and carry MSL 1 moisture sensitivity ratings, indicating suitability for standard storage and handling conditions.

The Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF provides the highest current rating specification at 2A with 200V voltage rating, making it suitable for applications requiring defined electrical performance parameters. The Harwin M22-2540505 also specifies 2A current capacity, while the M22-2040505 is rated at 1A per contact.

Contact length variations exist across the substitute options, with the Molex original featuring 0.157" (4.00mm) mating contact length compared to 0.138" (4.60mm) for both Harwin variants and 0.157" (4.00mm) for the Amphenol part. Post contact lengths range from 0.073" to 0.118", which may affect PCB stack-up considerations in space-constrained designs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are these parts electrically and mechanically interchangeable with the Molex 0877608012?

A: Yes. All substitute parts share identical pitch (2.00mm), position count (10), row configuration (2), mounting type (through-hole right-angle), and contact shape (square). They are functionally equivalent for mating interface and PCB mounting applications.

Q: What are the key differences between the substitute options?

A: Primary differences include contact length specifications, insulation material composition, and current/voltage ratings. The Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF specifies 2A at 200V. Both Harwin M22 variants specify operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C), which is not provided for the Molex original. Contact post lengths vary from 0.073" to 0.118", affecting PCB stack-up height.

Q: Does packaging format affect substitution?

A: The Molex 0877608012 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format, while all substitutes are available in Bulk packaging. Packaging format does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility but may influence procurement and handling procedures.

Q: Are all parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The Molex 0877608012 and both Harwin variants are ROHS3 compliant. The Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF is RoHS compliant. All parts carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity ratings.

Q: Which substitute should be selected for high-current applications?

A: The Amphenol ICC 58102-G61-05LF and Harwin M22-2540505 both specify 2A current capacity, compared to 1A per contact for the M22-2040505. The Amphenol part additionally specifies 200V voltage rating.

Q: How do contact length differences impact design?

A: Contact mating length affects insertion force and mating depth. Contact post length influences PCB stack-up height and solder joint geometry. Designs with tight vertical clearance constraints should account for post length variations ranging from 0.073" (Molex) to 0.118" (Harwin M22-2040505).

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