TE Connectivity 353030-2 Rectangular Connector Plug Housing Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 353030-2 is a 28-position rectangular connector plug housing from the .040 Multilock series, designed for crimp contact termination with latch lock fastening. This component features a black polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) insulation body and accommodates female socket contacts in a 3-row configuration with 0.098" (2.50mm) pitch spacing.

The 353030-2 carries an obsolete product status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts ensures design continuity and maintains supply chain reliability for applications requiring this connector housing specification.

Substiute Parts

353030-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1187353030-2 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

353030-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 677353030-1 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 353030-2 are identified based on strict parametric equivalence within the .040 Multilock rectangular connector series. The following parameters determine substitution eligibility:

Critical Matching Parameters:

• Connector type (Plug)
• Contact type (Female Socket)
• Number of positions (28)
• Pitch spacing (0.098" / 2.50mm)
• Number of rows (3)
• Row spacing (0.181" / 4.60mm)
• Mounting type (Free Hanging / In-Line)
• Contact termination method (Crimp)
• Fastening type (Latch Lock)
• Series designation (.040 Multilock)
• Lock plate feature presence

Non-Critical Variation Parameters:

• Housing color (Black vs. Natural)
• Product status (Obsolete vs. Active)

The 353030-1 qualifies as a parametric equivalent substitute. This part maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications while differing only in housing color (Natural vs. Black) and product status (Active vs. Obsolete).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 353030-1 serves as the active production equivalent for the obsolete 353030-2. Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications within the .040 Multilock series, ensuring direct functional interchangeability in applications requiring 28-position rectangular connector plug housings with 2.50mm pitch and 3-row configuration.

The 353030-1 is recommended for new designs and ongoing production requirements due to its active product status and confirmed availability. Both parts satisfy ROHS3 compliance requirements and carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification, indicating no special handling or storage constraints.

The housing color difference (Black vs. Natural) represents a cosmetic variation that does not affect electrical performance or mechanical compatibility. Selection between these variants depends on application-specific aesthetic or identification requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 353030-1 directly replace the 353030-2 in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. The 353030-1 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters including connector type, contact configuration, pitch spacing, row arrangement, mounting type, termination method, and fastening mechanism. The housing color difference does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference between these parts?

A: The 353030-2 carries obsolete status, indicating TE Connectivity has discontinued production. The 353030-1 maintains active production status, ensuring continued availability for procurement and supply chain planning. For applications currently using the 353030-2, transitioning to the 353030-1 is recommended to avoid future supply constraints.

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

A: Both parts carry identical ROHS3 compliance status and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification. No differences exist in regulatory compliance or environmental handling requirements.

Q: Does the housing color variation affect connector performance?

A: No. Housing color is a cosmetic attribute that does not influence electrical performance, mechanical fit, or contact integrity. Selection between Black (353030-2) and Natural (353030-1) depends solely on application-specific identification or aesthetic requirements.

Q: Are contacts included with these connector housings?

A: No. Both the 353030-2 and 353030-1 are supplied as housings only. Contacts must be sourced separately and installed via crimp termination according to TE Connectivity specifications.

Q: What are the critical parameters that must match for connector substitution?

A: Substitution requires matching of connector type (Plug), contact type (Female Socket), position count (28), pitch (2.50mm), row configuration (3 rows at 4.60mm spacing), mounting type (Free Hanging), termination method (Crimp), and fastening type (Latch Lock). Variations in housing color or product status do not affect substitution eligibility.