Molex 5041950872 Rectangular Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 5041950872 is a rectangular connector header designed for board-to-cable/wire applications. This component is classified as Obsolete and is no longer in active production. Due to its obsolete status, sourcing original units becomes increasingly difficult. Identifying qualified substitute parts ensures design continuity and maintains supply chain reliability for applications requiring this connector type.

Substiute Parts

5041950872

MolexIn Stock: 9475041950872 Datasheet

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5041950870

MolexIn Stock: 163865041950870 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Molex 5041950872 is based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter alignment within the Micro-Lock 504195 series. The primary substitute part is identified through the following critical parameters:

Substitution Criteria:

• Connector Type: Header (male blade contact configuration)
• Number of Positions: 8-position contact arrangement
• Pitch - Mating: 0.049" (1.25mm) contact spacing
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount, Right Angle orientation
• Termination Method: Solder attachment
• Shrouding Configuration: Shrouded - 4 Wall design
• Insulation Material: Polyamide (PA), Nylon, Glass Filled composition
• Series Compatibility: Micro-Lock 504195 family

The substitute part maintains identical functional and mechanical specifications, ensuring direct compatibility in applications originally designed for the 5041950872.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: Molex 5041950870

The Molex 5041950870 is the direct functional equivalent for the obsolete 5041950872. Selection of this substitute is based on the following engineering factors:

Product Status Alignment: The 5041950870 maintains Active product status with full manufacturing support and documented availability (16,277 pcs in stock). This contrasts with the Obsolete status of the original part, ensuring long-term supply chain viability.

Compliance & Certification: Both parts maintain ROHS3 Compliance and are classified under identical regulatory frameworks (ECCN: EAR99; HTSUS: 8536.69.4040). The substitute carries Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture-related handling restrictions.

Mechanical & Electrical Equivalence: All critical parameters—connector type, contact configuration, pitch spacing, mounting orientation, termination method, and shrouding design—are identical between the original and substitute parts. The substitute provides additional specification detail (Tin contact finish, Brass contact material, Latch Lock fastening) that confirms robust design standards.

Packaging Consideration: The substitute is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging, the standard format for surface-mount production environments. This packaging format is compatible with automated assembly processes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Molex 5041950870 be used as a direct replacement for the 5041950872?

A: Yes. The 5041950870 is functionally equivalent across all critical parameters: 8-position header, 0.049" (1.25mm) pitch, surface-mount right-angle configuration, solder termination, and shrouded 4-wall design. Both parts belong to the Micro-Lock 504195 series and maintain identical mechanical and electrical specifications.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The 5041950872 is classified as Obsolete and is no longer in active production. The 5041950870 is an Active product with documented manufacturing support and current inventory availability, ensuring reliable sourcing for new designs and production continuity.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between the original and substitute parts?

A: No. Both parts maintain ROHS3 Compliance and are subject to identical regulatory classifications. The substitute carries MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, indicating no special handling requirements.

Q: What packaging format is the substitute supplied in?

A: The Molex 5041950870 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging, which is standard for surface-mount production environments and compatible with automated assembly equipment.

Q: Are the contact materials and finishes identical?

A: The substitute specifies Tin contact finish (39.4µin / 1.00µm thickness) on Brass contact material with Latch Lock fastening. These specifications confirm the substitute meets robust design standards. The original part specifications do not detail these parameters, but the substitute's specifications represent standard Micro-Lock 504195 series construction.

Q: What is the current inventory status of the substitute?

A: The Molex 5041950870 has 16,277 pcs of New Original stock available, providing immediate availability for production requirements.