Molex 0901512306 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0901512306 is a 6-position receptacle connector with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, designed for through-hole PCB mounting with solder termination. This connector features gold-plated mating contacts and is part of the C-Grid III 90151 series. The part is currently active in production with 975 units in stock.

Equivalent and substitute parts are identified when design requirements allow for alternative connector series that maintain compatibility across critical electrical and mechanical parameters. Substitution becomes necessary when primary parts face supply constraints, when alternative packaging formats are required, or when design specifications permit selection from multiple qualified connector families.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Receptacle
Contact Type	Female Socket
Number of Positions	6
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Insulation Color	Black
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	3A
Voltage Rating	350V
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the Molex 0901512306 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that must align with the main part:

6-position receptacle configuration with female socket contacts
0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and row spacing for mating compatibility
Through-hole solder termination on PCB
Push-pull fastening mechanism
Gold-plated mating contacts
2-row connector layout
Board-to-board or board-to-cable mounting style
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited)

The substitute parts listed below maintain these core electrical and mechanical parameters, allowing direct functional replacement in applications where the Molex C-Grid III 90151 series is specified. Variations in insulation material, contact material composition, contact finish thickness on posts, and flammability ratings do not affect substitution eligibility when the primary mating interface parameters remain constant.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0901512306	TE Connectivity 534206-3	Amphenol 76314-103LF	Amphenol 76314-203LF	Amphenol 87606-303LF	Amphenol 89891-303LF
Manufacturer	Molex	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Series	C-Grid III 90151	AMPMODU Mod II	BergCon®	BergCon®	Dubox™	Dubox™
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle, Bottom or Top Entry
Number of Positions	6	6	6	6	6	6
Pitch - Mating	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	2	2	2	2	2	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.115" (2.92mm)	0.135" (3.43mm)	0.135" (3.43mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Current Rating	3A	2A	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
Voltage Rating	350V	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	Not applicable	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts maintain active product status and are qualified for direct functional replacement based on matching connector geometry, pitch, contact configuration, and termination method.

TE Connectivity 534206-3 (AMPMODU Mod II series) provides the widest operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 125°C) and is suitable for applications requiring extended thermal performance beyond the Molex specification. This part carries REACH Affected status.

Amphenol BergCon® series (76314-103LF and 76314-203LF) offer UL94 V-0 flammability rating and are RoHS Compliant. These parts feature longer contact posts (0.135" vs. 0.114") and are available in bulk packaging. The 76314-203LF variant includes REACH Affected status.

Amphenol Dubox™ series (87606-303LF and 89891-303LF) provide UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS Compliance. The 89891-303LF variant supports bottom or top entry connector orientation, offering additional design flexibility. Both Dubox™ parts carry REACH Affected status.

Selection among these substitutes should be based on specific application requirements for operating temperature range, flammability certification, packaging format (tube vs. bulk), and regulatory compliance needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 534206-3 be used as a direct replacement for the Molex 0901512306?

A: The TE Connectivity 534206-3 maintains the same 6-position, 0.100" pitch receptacle configuration with gold-plated mating contacts and push-pull fastening. The primary difference is a reduced current rating (2A vs. 3A) and a slightly lower insulation height (0.320" vs. 0.335"). Substitution is valid when application current requirements do not exceed 2A and PCB layout accommodates the dimensional variation.

Q: What is the significance of the contact post length differences among substitute parts?

A: Contact post length affects PCB hole depth requirements and solder joint formation. The Molex 0901512306 and Amphenol Dubox™ series feature 0.114" posts, while BergCon® parts extend to 0.135". TE Connectivity 534206-3 provides 0.115" posts. These variations require PCB design verification to ensure adequate solder coverage and mechanical retention.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: The Molex 0901512306 is ROHS3 Compliant. Amphenol BergCon® and Dubox™ series are RoHS Compliant. TE Connectivity 534206-3 carries "Not applicable" RoHS status. Application regulatory requirements determine whether RoHS compliance is mandatory for part selection.

Q: What packaging formats are available for these substitute parts?

A: The Molex 0901512306 is supplied in tube packaging. TE Connectivity 534206-3 is also tube packaged. Amphenol BergCon® (76314-103LF, 76314-203LF) and Dubox™ (87606-303LF, 89891-303LF) series are supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging selection impacts inventory management and component handling procedures.

Q: Does the Amphenol 89891-303LF bottom or top entry configuration affect substitution eligibility?

A: The 89891-303LF supports both bottom and top entry connector orientation while maintaining the same 6-position, 0.100" pitch receptacle interface. This feature provides additional design flexibility for PCB layout but does not affect substitution eligibility when standard top-entry mounting is required.

Q: What REACH compliance considerations apply to these substitute parts?

A: The Molex 0901512306 is REACH Unaffected. TE Connectivity 534206-3, Amphenol 76314-203LF, 87606-303LF, and 89891-303LF are REACH Affected. Amphenol 76314-103LF is REACH Unaffected. Applications subject to REACH regulations must verify compliance status during part selection.

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