Molex 0936014483 Heavy Duty Connector Hood - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0936014483 is a heavy duty connector hood designed for top entry applications with M32 thread size and 32B configuration. This component provides IP66-rated ingress protection (dust tight, water resistant) suitable for industrial environments requiring sealed electrical connections. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives to maintain supply chain continuity and ensure long-term component availability for new designs and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

0936014483

MolexIn Stock: 8060936014483 Datasheet

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0936014481

MolexIn Stock: 7790936014481 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0936014483 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type & Style: Hood configuration with top entry design
• Size Designation: 32B connector size
• Thread Interface: M32 thread size for mechanical mounting compatibility
• Ingress Protection: IP66 rating (dust tight, water resistant) for environmental sealing
• Housing Material & Construction: Aluminum die cast construction with powder coating
• Electrical Series Compatibility: GWconnect series designation
• Regulatory Compliance: ROHS3 compliance for material restrictions

The substitute part Molex 0936014481 satisfies all critical substitution criteria. Both parts share identical connector type, size, thread specification, ingress protection rating, housing material composition, and series designation. The substitute maintains full mechanical and electrical compatibility while offering active product status and current manufacturing availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 0936014481 is the qualified substitute for the obsolete Molex 0936014483. Selection is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status & Availability: The 0936014481 maintains active product status with current manufacturing support, ensuring long-term supply chain reliability and component availability for production and field service applications.

Regulatory Compliance: Both parts share ROHS3 compliance status, maintaining alignment with material restriction directives and environmental regulations applicable to industrial connector applications.

Functional Equivalence: Identical specifications across connector type, size designation, thread interface, ingress protection rating, and housing material ensure direct mechanical and electrical interchangeability without design modification or system re-qualification.

Manufacturing Continuity: Both parts share the same base product number (093601) and GWconnect series designation, confirming manufacturer-validated equivalence within the product family.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 0936014481 be used as a direct replacement for the 0936014483 in existing installations?

A: Yes. Both parts are mechanically and electrically identical across all critical parameters: 32B size, M32 thread, top entry configuration, IP66 ingress protection, and aluminum die cast housing. No mechanical modification or system re-qualification is required.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The primary difference is product status. The 0936014483 is obsolete, while the 0936014481 is active with current manufacturing support. The 0936014481 also specifies gray housing color, whereas the 0936014483 does not specify color. Both parts are functionally equivalent.

Q: Are there any compatibility concerns with the locking clip location difference?

A: The locking clip location differs between parts (hood-mounted on 0936014483 versus base-mounted on 0936014481). This is a design variation within the same connector family. Compatibility depends on the mating connector configuration. Verify mating connector specifications before selection.

Q: What packaging options are available for the substitute part?

A: The 0936014481 is supplied in bulk packaging. The original part packaging specification is not provided in the data. Confirm packaging requirements with procurement specifications.

Q: Are both parts suitable for the same operating temperature range?

A: The 0936014483 specifies -40°C to 125°C operating temperature. The 0936014481 operating temperature is not specified in the provided data. Verify thermal requirements with application specifications before final selection.

Q: What is the inventory status for these parts?

A: The 0936014483 has 754 pieces in stock (new original). The 0936014481 has 717 pieces in stock (new original). Both parts are currently available from inventory.