Molex 0989361021 Rectangular Connector Housing - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0989361021 is a 2-position receptacle housing for rectangular connectors with a 5.00mm pitch. This component serves as the housing structure for female socket contacts in free-hanging inline applications. The part is Active status and RoHS3 compliant, making it suitable for current production environments. Alternative equivalent parts may be required due to inventory availability, regional sourcing preferences, or specific material and color requirements for application-specific designs.

Substiute Parts

0989361021

MolexIn Stock: 9680989361021 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

4-963210-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 19094-963210-1 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

928343-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 15578928343-2 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0989361021 is determined by strict equivalence across the following parameters: connector type (receptacle), contact type (female socket), number of positions (2), pitch (5.00mm), number of rows (1), mounting type (free hanging inline), and contact termination method (crimp). Parts meeting these criteria are classified as parametric equivalents. The substitute parts identified—TE Connectivity 4-963210-1 and TE Connectivity 928343-2—satisfy all mandatory electrical and mechanical parameters. Variations in housing color, insulation material composition, and operating temperature range do not affect functional interchangeability within the specified parameter set.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—Molex 0989361021, TE Connectivity 4-963210-1, and TE Connectivity 928343-2—are Active status products with RoHS compliance certifications suitable for current production use. Selection between these equivalents should be based on inventory availability, material specification requirements, and color requirements for the application. The Molex 0989361021 features black housing, while TE Connectivity 4-963210-1 provides brown housing with PBT glass-filled insulation material, and TE Connectivity 928343-2 offers natural housing with PA66 nylon insulation material. All parts maintain MSL 1 rating and identical electrical and mechanical specifications across the critical substitution parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TE Connectivity 4-963210-1 and TE Connectivity 928343-2 be used interchangeably with Molex 0989361021?

A: Yes. Both TE Connectivity parts are parametric equivalents meeting all mandatory specifications: 2-position receptacle housing, female socket contacts, 5.00mm pitch, single row, free-hanging inline mounting, and crimp termination. Functional interchangeability is confirmed across these parameters.

Q: What are the differences between the substitute parts?

A: The primary differences are housing color (brown vs. natural), insulation material composition (PBT glass-filled vs. PA66 nylon), and operating temperature range specification (not provided for Molex 0989361021 and TE Connectivity 4-963210-1; -40°C to 110°C for TE Connectivity 928343-2). These variations do not affect electrical or mechanical interchangeability.

Q: Are all parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Molex 0989361021 and TE Connectivity 4-963210-1 are ROHS3 compliant. TE Connectivity 928343-2 is RoHS compliant. All three parts meet RoHS requirements for current production applications.

Q: What is the significance of the MSL rating?

A: All three parts carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions during storage, handling, or assembly processes.

Q: Are contacts included with these housings?

A: No. All three parts are housings only. Contacts must be sourced separately and crimped into the housing according to manufacturer specifications.