TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-284518-0 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-284518-0 is a 10 Position Terminal Block Header with male pins, shrouded on two sides, featuring 0.150" (3.81mm) pitch vertical through-hole mounting. This component is part of the Buchanan series and is classified as Active product status. The terminal block is designed for solder termination applications requiring secure electrical connections in industrial and commercial equipment. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent functional performance is required due to inventory constraints, design flexibility, or application-specific requirements while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility within specified parameters.

Substiute Parts

1-284518-0

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 9241-284518-0 Datasheet

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1875506

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 11251875506 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of terminal block headers is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Position and Pitch Compatibility: Both the main part and substitute must maintain identical position count (10 positions) and pitch spacing (0.150" / 3.81mm) to ensure mechanical fit within PCB footprints and mating connector designs.

Mounting and Orientation: Vertical through-hole mounting orientation must be preserved to maintain assembly compatibility with existing board layouts and mechanical assemblies.

Electrical Performance: Voltage rating (300 V UL) and current capacity must meet or exceed application requirements. The substitute part (Phoenix Contact 1875506) provides 300 V UL and 8 A UL current rating, which is lower than the main part's 11 A rating but remains suitable for applications within the 8 A specification window.

Termination Method: Solder termination style is maintained across both parts, ensuring compatibility with existing assembly processes.

Compliance and Safety: Both parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance status, meeting regulatory requirements for equivalent component selection.

Contact Configuration Difference: The main part features male pins while the substitute part features female sockets. This represents a functional difference that requires application-level verification of mating connector compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Selection Criteria: Both the TE Connectivity 1-284518-0 and Phoenix Contact 1875506 maintain Active product status and meet current regulatory compliance requirements (RoHS and ECCN EAR99 classification). Selection between these parts is based on application-specific electrical requirements and connector mating architecture.

Current Rating Consideration: The TE Connectivity part supports 11 A at UL rating, while the Phoenix Contact substitute supports 8 A at UL rating. Applications requiring current capacity above 8 A must utilize the TE Connectivity part. Applications operating within the 8 A specification window are compatible with either part.

Contact Configuration: The TE Connectivity part provides male pins with two-side shrouding, while the Phoenix Contact part provides female sockets without specified shrouding features. The mating connector design determines which contact configuration is required. These parts are not interchangeable in applications where specific male or female contact geometry is mandated by the mating connector specification.

Mechanical Fit: Both parts share identical pitch (0.150" / 3.81mm), position count (10), and through-hole mounting orientation. PCB footprint compatibility is maintained. The Phoenix Contact part features increased insulation height (0.571" versus 0.362"), which may affect clearance in space-constrained applications.

Compliance Equivalence: Both parts satisfy UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and RoHS compliance. The Phoenix Contact part carries ROHS3 designation, representing current RoHS compliance status. Both parts are classified under identical HTSUS and ECCN codes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Phoenix Contact 1875506 directly replace the TE Connectivity 1-284518-0 in existing designs?

A: Direct replacement is not possible due to contact configuration differences. The TE Connectivity part features male pins while the Phoenix Contact part features female sockets. Replacement requires verification that the mating connector is compatible with female socket contact geometry. Additionally, applications requiring current capacity above 8 A must retain the TE Connectivity part.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two terminal block headers?

A: The primary differences are contact type (male pins versus female sockets), current rating (11 A versus 8 A at UL), and insulation height (0.362" versus 0.571"). All other critical parameters including pitch, position count, voltage rating, mounting type, and termination style are identical.

Q: Are both parts suitable for the same voltage applications?

A: Both parts are rated for 300 V at UL specification. The Phoenix Contact part additionally provides 320 V at IEC specification. Voltage compatibility is equivalent for applications within the 300 V UL specification window.

Q: Does the increased insulation height of the Phoenix Contact part affect PCB assembly?

A: The Phoenix Contact part features 0.209" (5.30mm) greater insulation height compared to the TE Connectivity part. This difference may impact clearance in applications with height-constrained component placement or where adjacent components are positioned in close proximity to the terminal block header.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Both parts are RoHS compliant. The TE Connectivity part carries RoHS Compliant status while the Phoenix Contact part carries ROHS3 Compliant status, representing current RoHS directive compliance.

Q: What is the significance of the shrouding feature on the TE Connectivity part?

A: The TE Connectivity part features two-side shrouding, which provides mechanical protection and guidance during connector mating. The Phoenix Contact part does not specify shrouding features. Shrouding affects connector alignment and insertion force characteristics during mating operations.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in applications requiring 10 A current?

A: No. Applications requiring 10 A current exceed the Phoenix Contact part's 8 A UL rating and must utilize the TE Connectivity 1-284518-0, which is rated for 11 A at UL specification.

Q: Are the contact tail lengths identical between both parts?

A: Yes. Both parts feature 0.134" (3.40mm) contact tail length, ensuring equivalent solder joint geometry and PCB penetration depth.