TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 2-284514-0 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 2-284514-0 is a 20 Position Terminal Block Header with male pins, shrouded on four sides, featuring a 0.138" (3.50mm) vertical pitch and through-hole solder termination. This component belongs to the Buchanan series and is classified as obsolete. Due to its obsolete product status, equivalent substitute parts from active manufacturers are necessary to maintain design continuity and ensure ongoing component availability for new production runs and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

2-284514-0

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 8252-284514-0 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

0395011020

MolexIn Stock: 9640395011020 Datasheet

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1843787

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 9291843787 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TE Connectivity 2-284514-0 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Number of Positions: 20
• Pitch: 0.138" (3.50mm)
• Header Orientation: Vertical
• Type: Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
• Termination Style: Solder
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Voltage - UL: 300 V
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
• Contact Mating Finish: Tin

Allowable Variation Parameters:

• Current - UL: Substitute must meet or exceed 11 A requirement
• Operating Temperature: Substitute must cover or exceed -40°C ~ 110°C range
• Housing Material: Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6 or equivalent thermoplastic
• Insulation Height: Within 0.360" to 0.362" (9.14mm to 9.20mm)

The two substitute parts listed below satisfy all mandatory matching parameters and operate within allowable variation ranges for electrical and thermal specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Molex 0395011020 (Eurostyle ESE 39501 Series)

The Molex 0395011020 is an active product with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. This substitute maintains identical pitch, position count, shrouded header configuration, and solder termination. The component operates at 8 A UL current rating, which is lower than the original 11 A specification. Operating temperature range extends to -40°C ~ 105°C, providing 5°C less maximum temperature capability than the original part. Housing material composition matches the original specification (Polyamide PA66, Nylon 6/6). Insulation height of 0.360" (9.14mm) is within acceptable tolerance of the original 0.362" (9.20mm). This substitute is suitable for applications where the 8 A current rating is sufficient and the 105°C maximum operating temperature meets design requirements.

Phoenix Contact 1843787 (COMBICON MCV Series)

The Phoenix Contact 1843787 is an active product with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. This substitute maintains identical pitch, position count, shrouded header configuration, and solder termination. The component operates at 8 A UL current rating and 250 V IEC voltage rating. Housing material is Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), which differs from the original Polyamide (PA66) specification but maintains UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Insulation height of 0.362" (9.20mm) matches the original specification exactly. Contact tail length of 0.134" (3.40mm) is within acceptable tolerance. This substitute is suitable for applications where the 8 A current rating is sufficient and PBT housing material is acceptable for the application environment.

Both substitutes are active products with current manufacturer support and modern compliance certifications. Selection between these two substitutes depends on specific application requirements regarding current capacity, operating temperature range, and housing material compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Molex 0395011020 or Phoenix Contact 1843787 be used as direct replacements for the TE Connectivity 2-284514-0?

A: Both substitutes share identical pitch (0.138" / 3.50mm), position count (20), header orientation (vertical), connector type (male pins, shrouded 4-side), termination style (solder), and mounting type (through-hole). Both maintain 300 V UL voltage rating and UL94 V-0 flammability rating. However, both substitutes operate at 8 A UL current rating compared to the original 11 A specification. Selection depends on whether the application current requirement is 8 A or less.

Q: What is the difference in operating temperature between the original part and the substitutes?

A: The TE Connectivity 2-284514-0 operates from -40°C to 110°C. The Molex 0395011020 operates from -40°C to 105°C, providing 5°C less maximum temperature capability. The Phoenix Contact 1843787 does not specify an operating temperature range in the provided data. Applications requiring operation above 105°C must use the original TE Connectivity part or verify Phoenix Contact specifications through the manufacturer.

Q: Are there differences in housing material between the original and substitute parts?

A: The TE Connectivity 2-284514-0 and Molex 0395011020 both use Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6 housing material. The Phoenix Contact 1843787 uses Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) housing material. Both materials maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating. PBT offers different chemical resistance and mechanical properties compared to Polyamide. Application environment compatibility must be verified before selecting the Phoenix Contact substitute.

Q: What is the significance of the insulation height differences?

A: The TE Connectivity 2-284514-0 has an insulation height of 0.362" (9.20mm). The Molex 0395011020 has 0.360" (9.14mm), and the Phoenix Contact 1843787 has 0.362" (9.20mm). The 0.002" (0.06mm) difference in the Molex part is within typical manufacturing tolerance and does not affect mechanical compatibility with standard PCB layouts designed for 3.50mm pitch terminal blocks.

Q: Do the substitute parts have better compliance certifications than the original?

A: The TE Connectivity 2-284514-0 has "Not applicable" RoHS status and "Vendor Undefined" REACH status. Both substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, indicating they meet current environmental compliance requirements. For applications requiring RoHS and REACH compliance, either substitute part is suitable.

Q: What is the contact tail length and why does it matter?

A: The Molex 0395011020 has a contact tail length of 0.140" (3.56mm), and the Phoenix Contact 1843787 has 0.134" (3.40mm). The original TE Connectivity part does not specify contact tail length. Contact tail length affects solder joint formation and PCB pad design. Verify that PCB pad layouts accommodate the specified contact tail lengths of the selected substitute part.

Q: Can I use these substitutes in applications requiring 11 A current capacity?

A: No. Both substitute parts are rated for 8 A UL current, which is 3 A less than the original 11 A specification. Applications requiring 11 A current capacity must use the original TE Connectivity 2-284514-0 or identify alternative parts with 11 A or higher current ratings.