Molex 2014442216 Rectangular Connector Plug Housing - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 2014442216 is a 16-position rectangular connector plug housing from the Nano-Fit 201444 series. This connector housing is designed for panel mount, snap-in applications with crimp contact termination. The part is actively manufactured and maintains full RoHS3 compliance. Substitute parts may be required due to inventory constraints, color specification changes, or design requirement modifications while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

2014442216

MolexIn Stock: 44752014442216 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

2014441216

MolexIn Stock: 31472014441216 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 2014442216 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector type (Plug)
• Contact type (Male Pin)
• Number of positions (16)
• Pitch specification (0.098" / 2.50mm)
• Number of rows (2)
• Row spacing (0.098" / 2.50mm)
• Mounting type (Panel Mount, Snap-In)
• Contact termination method (Crimp)
• Fastening type (Latch Holder)
• Insulation material (Polyamide PA66, Nylon 6/6)
• Operating temperature range (-40°C to 105°C)
• Series designation (Nano-Fit 201444)

The substitute part 2014441216 maintains identical specifications across all critical parameters. The only difference is the housing color (Black versus Natural), which does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Molex 2014442216 and 2014441216 are active products with full ROHS3 compliance and identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts should be based on design requirements regarding housing color. The Natural color variant (2014442216) and Black color variant (2014441216) are functionally interchangeable in all applications where connector housing color does not impact system performance or aesthetic requirements. Both parts support the same contact types, termination methods, and operating conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 2014441216 (Black) be used as a direct replacement for the 2014442216 (Natural)?

A: Yes. The parts are electrically and mechanically identical. The only difference is housing color. Substitution is valid unless design specifications explicitly require the Natural color variant.

Q: Are the electrical performance characteristics identical between these two parts?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical specifications for connector type, contact configuration, pitch, row spacing, termination method, and operating temperature range. Electrical performance is equivalent.

Q: Do both parts support the same contact types and termination methods?

A: Yes. Both the 2014442216 and 2014441216 use crimp termination with male pin contacts in a 16-position, 2-row configuration with 0.098" (2.50mm) pitch and row spacing.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences between these parts?

A: No. Both parts maintain identical RoHS3 compliance, Glow Wire compliance, and regulatory certifications. REACH status and ECCN classifications are identical.

Q: What is the significance of the different part numbers if the specifications are identical?

A: The part numbers differentiate the housing color only. Molex assigns distinct part numbers to color variants within the same series to enable precise inventory management and design specification control.

Q: Can these connectors be used interchangeably in existing designs without modification?

A: Yes, provided the design does not specify a particular housing color requirement. The mechanical fit, electrical performance, and mounting characteristics are identical.