Molex 2000960161 Socket Contact Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 2000960161 is a rectangular connector socket contact designed for 26 AWG wire applications with crimp termination and tin finish. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute parts essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations. The part belongs to the stAK50h 200096 series and maintains ROHS3 compliance with unlimited moisture sensitivity rating.

Substiute Parts

2000960161

MolexIn Stock: 7132000960161 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

2000963161

MolexIn Stock: 9792000963161 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for rectangular connector socket contacts is determined by compatibility across the following critical parameters:

• Series alignment (stAK50h 200096)
• Contact type (Socket)
• Termination method (Crimp)
• Contact finish (Tin)
• Stamped construction type
• Compliance certifications (ROHS3, REACH, ECCN)

The Molex 2000963161 qualifies as a substitute part within the same series and maintains identical termination, finish, and construction characteristics. Wire gauge variation (22 AWG vs. 26 AWG) represents the primary parameter difference and must be evaluated against specific application requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Molex 2000963161 is an active production substitute for the obsolete 2000960161. Both parts maintain identical compliance profiles under ROHS3 and EAR99 classifications. The primary distinction is wire gauge specification: the substitute accommodates 22 AWG wire versus the original 26 AWG specification.

Selection of the 2000963161 is appropriate for applications where 22 AWG wire gauge compatibility exists within the connector assembly. Both parts share identical series designation, crimp termination methodology, tin contact finish, and stamped construction, ensuring mechanical and electrical interchangeability within gauge-compatible applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 2000963161 directly replace the 2000960161 in existing assemblies?

A: Direct replacement is possible only when the application wire gauge specification permits 22 AWG accommodation. The parts are mechanically and electrically compatible within the stAK50h 200096 series, but wire gauge differences must align with connector assembly requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the obsolete status for the 2000960161?

A: Obsolete status indicates the part is no longer in active production. The 2000963161 represents an active alternative within the same series, ensuring continued availability for maintenance and new design implementations.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Both the 2000960161 and 2000963161 are ROHS3 compliant with identical moisture sensitivity ratings and export classifications.

Q: What determines compatibility between these socket contacts?

A: Compatibility is established through series alignment, identical contact type (socket), matching termination method (crimp), uniform contact finish (tin), and consistent construction type (stamped). Wire gauge represents the variable parameter requiring application-specific evaluation.