TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-284512-3 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-284512-3 is a 13 Position Terminal Block Header with male pins, shrouded on four sides, featuring a 0.138" (3.50mm) pitch and 90° right angle orientation for through-hole mounting. This component is classified as Obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute parts for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The Buchanan series part operates at 11 A (UL) and 300 V (UL) with an operating temperature range of -40°C to 110°C.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	1-284512-3
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Category	Terminal Blocks
Description	TERM BLOCK HDR 13POS 90DEG 3.5MM
Number of Positions	13
Pitch	0.138" (3.50mm)
Header Orientation	90°, Right Angle
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
Termination Style	Solder
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Current - UL	11 A
Voltage - UL	300 V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 110°C
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 1-284512-3 terminal block header is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Matching Criteria:

Number of Positions: 13
Pitch: 0.138" (3.50mm)
Header Orientation: 90°, Right Angle
Termination Style: Solder
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Type: Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side or 2 Side)
Voltage - UL: 300 V minimum
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0

Secondary Compatibility Factors:

Current - UL: 8 A minimum (original part rated 11 A)
Operating Temperature Range: Must accommodate -40°C minimum
Contact Mating Finish: Tin or Gold acceptable
Housing Material: Polyamide (PA66), Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), or Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 or RoHS Compliant

Five substitute parts meet these criteria across multiple manufacturers, providing active product alternatives to the obsolete 1-284512-3.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	1-284512-3 (TE Connectivity)	0395026513 (Molex)	1597320000 (Weidmüller)	1605180000 (Weidmüller)	1841740000 (Weidmüller)	1844320 (Phoenix Contact)
Number of Positions	13	13	13	13	13	13
Positions Per Level	13	13	13	13	13	13
Pitch	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)	0.138" (3.50mm)
Header Orientation	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (2 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
Termination Style	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Current - UL	11 A	8 A	10 A	10 A	10 A	8 A
Voltage - UL	300 V	300 V	300 V	300 V	300 V	300 V
Color	Green	Green	Orange	Orange	Black	Green
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 110°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-50°C ~ 100°C	-50°C ~ 100°C	-50°C ~ 100°C	Not Specified
Contact Mating Finish	Tin	Gold	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Contact Tail Length	0.134" (3.40mm)	0.140" (3.56mm)	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.126" (3.20mm)	0.134" (3.40mm)
Insulation Height	0.287" (7.30mm)	0.270" (6.86mm)	0.295" (7.50mm)	0.298" (7.57mm)	0.293" (7.44mm)	0.285" (7.25mm)
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (4-Side Shrouded, Exact Type Match):

The Molex 0395026513, Weidmüller 1605180000, Weidmüller 1841740000, and Phoenix Contact 1844320 provide direct functional equivalence to the 1-284512-3 with identical shrouding configuration (4-side). All four parts are Active products with ROHS3 or RoHS compliance and UL94 V-0 flammability ratings. The Molex 0395026513 and Phoenix Contact 1844320 are rated at 8 A (UL), below the original 11 A specification. The Weidmüller parts (1605180000 and 1841740000) are rated at 10 A (UL), providing closer current capacity alignment. All substitute parts maintain 300 V (UL) voltage rating and support the required through-hole solder termination.

Secondary Substitute (2-Side Shrouded Configuration):

The Weidmüller 1597320000 differs in shrouding configuration (2-side versus 4-side) but maintains all other critical electrical and mechanical parameters. This part is rated at 10 A (UL) and 300 V (UL) with Active product status and RoHS compliance. Selection of this part requires confirmation that the reduced shrouding does not conflict with application-specific mechanical or environmental requirements.

Compliance Considerations:

All substitute parts maintain ROHS3 or RoHS compliance status, ensuring regulatory alignment with the original obsolete component. The Weidmüller parts provide REACH Unaffected status, while the Molex and Phoenix Contact parts carry Vendor Undefined or REACH Unaffected designations. All parts are classified under ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8536.69.4040, consistent with the original part.

Current Rating Derating:

Applications requiring the full 11 A capacity of the original 1-284512-3 should note that substitute parts are rated between 8 A and 10 A (UL). Circuit designs operating near the original 11 A specification require thermal and electrical re-evaluation against the lower-rated substitute components.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Molex 0395026513 directly replace the TE Connectivity 1-284512-3?

A: The Molex 0395026513 provides functional equivalence for applications requiring 8 A or less at 300 V (UL). Both parts feature 13 positions at 0.138" (3.50mm) pitch, 90° right angle orientation, 4-side shrouding, and solder termination. The Molex part is rated at 8 A compared to the original 11 A specification. Electrical circuit validation is required if the application operates above 8 A.

Q: What is the difference between the Weidmüller 1597320000 and 1605180000?

A: Both Weidmüller parts are rated at 10 A (UL) and 300 V (UL) with identical pitch, position count, and orientation. The primary difference is shrouding configuration: the 1597320000 features 2-side shrouding, while the 1605180000 features 4-side shrouding. The 1605180000 provides closer mechanical equivalence to the original 4-side shrouded 1-284512-3. Housing material differs (PBT for both), and contact tail length is identical at 0.126" (3.20mm).

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All five substitute parts carry either ROHS3 Compliant or RoHS Compliant status. The Molex 0395026513 and Phoenix Contact 1844320 are ROHS3 Compliant. The three Weidmüller parts (1597320000, 1605180000, 1841740000) are RoHS Compliant. Both designations satisfy current regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the Phoenix Contact 1844320?

A: The operating temperature range for the Phoenix Contact 1844320 is not specified in the available technical data. The original TE Connectivity 1-284512-3 operates from -40°C to 110°C. The Molex 0395026513 operates from -40°C to 105°C, and the three Weidmüller parts operate from -50°C to 100°C. Applications requiring specific temperature performance should obtain complete thermal specifications from Phoenix Contact before selection.

Q: Can I use the Weidmüller 1841740000 in place of the 1-284512-3 if my circuit requires 11 A?

A: The Weidmüller 1841740000 is rated at 10 A (UL), which is below the original 11 A specification. Direct substitution in circuits operating at or above 11 A is not supported by the component ratings. Circuit redesign or component derating analysis is required to confirm safe operation at reduced current capacity.

Q: What is the contact material difference between the Molex 0395026513 and other substitutes?

A: The Molex 0395026513 uses Brass contact material with Gold mating finish. The original TE Connectivity 1-284512-3 uses Phosphor Bronze contact material with Tin mating finish. The Weidmüller parts (1597320000, 1605180000, 1841740000) use Copper Alloy contact material with Tin mating finish. The Phoenix Contact 1844320 does not specify contact material. Contact material and finish differences may affect electrical performance in specific applications; verification is recommended for high-reliability or high-frequency applications.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in the same packaging as the original?

A: The original TE Connectivity 1-284512-3 packaging is not specified. All five substitute parts are available in Bulk packaging. Packaging format should be confirmed with component suppliers to ensure compatibility with procurement and assembly processes.

Q: Which substitute part provides the closest mechanical match to the 1-284512-3?

A: The Phoenix Contact 1844320 provides the closest mechanical match, with identical contact tail length (0.134" / 3.40mm) and similar insulation height (0.285" / 7.25mm) compared to the original (0.287" / 7.30mm). The Phoenix Contact part also matches the original green color and 4-side shrouding configuration. However, the Phoenix Contact part is rated at 8 A (UL), below the original 11 A specification.

Q: Can I substitute the 2-side shrouded Weidmüller 1597320000 for the 4-side shrouded original part?

A: The Weidmüller 1597320000 provides electrical and thermal equivalence but differs in mechanical shrouding configuration. Substitution is permissible only if the application does not require 4-side shrouding for mechanical protection, EMI shielding, or connector guidance. Mechanical fit and assembly compatibility must be verified before implementation.

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