Molex 0901522260 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0901522260 is a 60-position receptacle connector featuring 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, through-hole right-angle mounting, and gold-plated mating contacts. This connector is designed for board-to-board applications with push-pull fastening and operates across -55°C to 105°C. The part is currently active in production with 705 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling component interchangeability in applications where the primary part becomes unavailable or when inventory constraints require alternative sourcing.

Substiute Parts

0901522260

MolexIn Stock: 7630901522260 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

3-535512-0

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 10993-535512-0 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0901522260 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

• Connector type (Receptacle) and contact type (Female Socket)
• Position count (60 positions) and row configuration (2 rows)
• Pitch specifications (0.100" mating pitch and 0.100" row spacing)
• Mounting method (Through Hole, Right Angle) and termination (Solder)
• Fastening mechanism (Push-Pull)
• Contact material (Phosphor Bronze) and shape (Square)
• Insulation material (Polyester, Glass Filled) and color (Black)
• Mating contact finish (Gold)

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part number 3-535512-0 meets these core substitution criteria. Both connectors share identical mechanical interfaces, electrical contact geometry, and board-level mounting characteristics. Variations in secondary parameters such as contact finish thickness, insulation height tolerances, and temperature rating do not preclude functional equivalence in applications designed for the original specification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 3-535512-0 serves as a functional equivalent to the Molex 0901522260 based on matching mechanical and electrical interface specifications. Both connectors are active products with unlimited moisture sensitivity ratings.

Selection between these parts should account for regulatory compliance requirements. The Molex 0901522260 carries ROHS3 compliance, while the TE Connectivity 3-535512-0 is RoHS non-compliant. Applications subject to RoHS directives must use the Molex part. The TE Connectivity part is REACH-affected, whereas the Molex part is REACH-unaffected.

Current rating differs between the two parts: the Molex connector is rated at 3A, while the TE Connectivity connector is rated at 2A. Applications requiring the full 3A current capacity must use the Molex 0901522260. The TE Connectivity part operates across a wider temperature range (-55°C to 125°C versus -55°C to 105°C), providing extended thermal capability where applicable.

Both connectors feature identical mechanical pitch, row spacing, mounting orientation, and contact geometry, ensuring PCB footprint compatibility and mating interface alignment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 3-535512-0 be used as a direct replacement for the Molex 0901522260 in all applications?

A: The TE Connectivity part matches the mechanical and contact interface specifications of the Molex connector. However, applications with current requirements exceeding 2A must use the Molex part, which is rated for 3A. Additionally, RoHS-regulated applications require the Molex connector due to its ROHS3 compliance status.

Q: Are the PCB footprints identical between these two connectors?

A: Yes. Both connectors feature 60 positions arranged in 2 rows with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and row spacing. The through-hole right-angle mounting configuration and solder termination are identical, ensuring footprint compatibility.

Q: What is the difference in contact finish thickness between these parts?

A: The Molex 0901522260 has a mating contact finish thickness of 15.0µin (0.38µm), while the TE Connectivity 3-535512-0 has 30.0µin (0.76µm). The TE Connectivity part provides thicker gold plating on mating contacts. Both finishes support the specified electrical performance within their respective current ratings.

Q: Does the wider operating temperature range of the TE Connectivity part affect compatibility?

A: The TE Connectivity connector operates from -55°C to 125°C, compared to -55°C to 105°C for the Molex part. This extended range does not create incompatibility; it indicates the TE Connectivity part can function across a broader thermal envelope. Applications operating within the Molex temperature range can use either connector.

Q: What are the inventory considerations for these parts?

A: The Molex 0901522260 has 705 units in stock, while the TE Connectivity 3-535512-0 has 996 units available. Both are active products with established supply channels.

Q: Are there any fastening or mating differences between these connectors?

A: Both connectors use push-pull fastening and are designed for board-to-board mating with identical contact geometry and spacing. No mechanical adaptation is required for substitution at the connector interface level.