Molex 0905722162 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0905722162 is a rectangular connector header, right-angle mounted, with 16 positions at 2.54mm pitch. This through-hole component features shrouded 4-wall design with solder termination and latch lock/eject hooks. The part is currently obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for board-to-cable/wire applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	16
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Solder
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Finish - Post	Tin
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0905722162 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Connector Type: Header
Contact Type: Male Pin
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions: 16
Number of Rows: 2
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding: Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination: Solder
Contact Finish - Mating: Gold
Contact Finish - Post: Tin
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 1 (Unlimited)

All substitute parts listed below meet these core requirements. Variations in contact material (Copper Alloy vs. Brass), insulation material composition, and fastening hook length (Long vs. Short) are within acceptable substitution parameters for this connector category.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0905722162	HARTING 09185165903	HARTING 09185166903	HARTING 09185166913	TE Connectivity 5499913-3	3M N3408-5303RB
Manufacturer	Molex	HARTING	HARTING	HARTING	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	3M
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Connector Type	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
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 Positions	16	16	16	16	16	16
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, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks, Long	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks, Long	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks, Short	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks, Short	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks, Long
Contact Length - Mating	0.228" (5.80mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.138" (4.60mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.114" (2.90mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	0.155" (3.94mm)
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.315" (8.00mm)	0.340" (8.64mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold or Gold-Palladium	Gold
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Material	Brass	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Brass	Copper Alloy
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-55°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating (Amps)	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	1A per Contact	1.75A
Voltage Rating	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	250VAC	Not specified

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating, making them suitable replacements for the obsolete Molex 0905722162. Selection among substitutes should be based on the following criteria:

HARTING SEK Series (09185165903, 09185166903, 09185166913, 09195166913): These parts offer the widest operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C) and are available in multiple packaging options (Bulk, Tray). The SEK series provides keying slot and mounting flange features. Fastening hook length varies (Long vs. Short), which may affect mating force characteristics but does not impact electrical compatibility.

TE Connectivity 5499913-3 (AMP-Latch Series): This part provides specified electrical ratings (1A per contact, 250VAC) and operates across -65°C to 105°C. Contact material is Brass, matching the original Molex part. Insulation height is slightly reduced (0.315" vs. 0.335"), which may require PCB layout verification.

3M N3408-5303RB (3000 Series): This part offers the highest current rating (1.75A per contact) and operates from -55°C to 105°C. Contact post length (0.155") is longer than other substitutes, which may affect board clearance. RoHS compliance is confirmed without ROHS3 specification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use a substitute part with different contact post length? A: Contact post length variations (0.110" to 0.155") are within acceptable substitution parameters for this connector category. However, verify PCB hole depth and clearance to ensure proper solder joint formation and component fit.

Q: What is the difference between Long and Short fastening hooks? A: Fastening hook length affects mating force and retention characteristics. Long hooks provide increased retention force, while Short hooks reduce mating force. Both configurations maintain electrical compatibility and latch functionality.

Q: Are HARTING and 3M parts electrically equivalent to the original Molex part? A: Yes. All substitute parts maintain identical pitch (2.54mm), position count (16), row configuration (2 rows), contact finish (Gold mating, Tin post), shrouding (4-wall), and termination method (Solder). Electrical performance is equivalent within the specified operating parameters.

Q: Which substitute offers the best temperature range? A: HARTING SEK series parts (09185165903, 09185166903, 09185166913, 09195166913) provide the widest operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C, exceeding the TE Connectivity and 3M alternatives.

Q: Does packaging type (Bulk vs. Tray) affect electrical performance? A: No. Packaging type is a logistics consideration only and does not affect electrical or mechanical performance. Select based on procurement volume and handling requirements.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant? A: HARTING and TE Connectivity parts are explicitly ROHS3 compliant. The 3M part is RoHS compliant without ROHS3 specification. Verify compliance requirements for your specific application.

Q: What is the contact material difference between Brass and Copper Alloy? A: Both materials provide equivalent electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance for this connector application. Brass (Molex original, TE Connectivity) and Copper Alloy (HARTING, 3M) are functionally interchangeable for board-to-cable/wire connections.

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