Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Molex 0906633201

Part Overview

The Molex 0906633201 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole, right-angle board-to-cable/wire applications. This 20-position, 2-row connector with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and shrouded 4-wall design is classified as obsolete. Due to its discontinued status, identifying functionally equivalent active alternatives is essential for ongoing design support, production continuity, and component sourcing.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	20
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Finish - Post	Tin
Contact Material	Brass
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Insulation Color	Black
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0906633201 is determined by strict alignment with the following core parameters:

Connector type: Header
Contact type: Male pin
Position count: 20 positions
Row configuration: 2 rows
Mating pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting: Through hole, right angle
Shrouding: Shrouded 4-wall design
Termination: Solder
Fastening: Latch lock/eject hooks
Contact material: Brass
Insulation color: Black
Flammability: UL94 V-0

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part number 499141-4 meets all mandatory substitution criteria. This part maintains identical mechanical and electrical interface specifications, ensuring direct compatibility in applications originally designed for the Molex 0906633201.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	Molex 0906633201	TE Connectivity 499141-4	Compatibility
Connector Type	Header	Header	Match
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Match
Number of Positions	20	20	Match
Number of Rows	2	2	Match
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	Match
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	Match
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Match
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Match
Termination	Solder	Solder	Match
Fastening Type	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks, Long	Compatible
Contact Length - Mating	0.200" (5.08mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	TE part has longer mating contact
Contact Length - Post	0.138" (4.60mm)	0.110" (2.79mm)	TE part has shorter post length
Insulation Height	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.315" (8.00mm)	TE part is slightly lower
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold or Gold-Palladium	Compatible
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin-Lead	Compatible
Contact Material	Brass	Brass	Match
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Match
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	Match
Operating Temperature	Not specified	-65°C ~ 105°C	TE part provides specification
Current Rating	Not specified	1A per Contact	TE part provides specification
Voltage Rating	Not specified	250VAC	TE part provides specification
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	TE part is in active production
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	Compliance difference noted

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 499141-4 rectangular connector header is the qualified substitute for the obsolete Molex 0906633201. Both parts share identical mating pitch, row configuration, position count, mounting orientation, and shrouding design, ensuring mechanical and electrical interface compatibility.

The TE Connectivity part is in active production status, providing assured long-term availability and supply chain continuity. The part carries UL94 V-0 flammability certification matching the original specification.

A compliance consideration exists: the Molex 0906633201 is ROHS3 compliant, while the TE Connectivity 499141-4 is RoHS non-compliant. Applications subject to RoHS regulatory requirements must evaluate this difference against their specific compliance obligations.

Minor dimensional variations exist in contact lengths and insulation height. The TE Connectivity part features longer mating contact length (0.240" versus 0.200") and shorter post length (0.110" versus 0.138"), with slightly reduced insulation height (0.315" versus 0.335"). These variations remain within typical connector design tolerances and do not affect standard PCB footprint compatibility for through-hole right-angle mounting applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TE Connectivity 499141-4 be used as a direct replacement for the Molex 0906633201 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical mating pitch (0.100"), row spacing (0.100"), position count (20), row configuration (2), mounting type (through hole, right angle), and shrouding design (4-wall). The mechanical and electrical interfaces are compatible for standard PCB applications.

Q: What are the key differences between these two parts?

A: The primary differences are product status (Molex is obsolete; TE Connectivity is active), RoHS compliance (Molex is ROHS3 compliant; TE Connectivity is non-compliant), and minor contact geometry variations. The TE Connectivity part has longer mating contacts (0.240" vs. 0.200") and shorter post length (0.110" vs. 0.138").

Q: Does the RoHS compliance difference affect substitution eligibility?

A: RoHS compliance is a regulatory and procurement consideration, not a functional compatibility issue. Applications requiring RoHS compliance must address this difference through design review and regulatory assessment. The parts are functionally interchangeable from an electrical and mechanical standpoint.

Q: Are the dimensional differences in contact length significant?

A: The contact length variations are minor and fall within standard connector design tolerances. For typical through-hole PCB applications with standard mating receptacles, these differences do not affect functional performance or PCB footprint compatibility.

Q: What is the packaging format for the TE Connectivity substitute?

A: The TE Connectivity 499141-4 is supplied in bulk packaging, compared to the original Molex part which had unspecified packaging. Confirm packaging requirements with your procurement process.

Q: Is the TE Connectivity part available in inventory?

A: The TE Connectivity 499141-4 is in active production status with 841 pieces available in new original stock, providing assured supply availability compared to the discontinued Molex part.

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