TE Connectivity 5-146282-5 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 5-146282-5 is a rectangular connector header manufactured under the AMPMODU Mod II series. This through-hole vertical connector features 5 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch with male pin contacts and solder termination. The part is classified as Active product status with full inventory availability (863 pieces in stock). Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to provide design flexibility, accommodate supply chain variations, and support applications requiring alternative contact materials, insulation heights, or post lengths while maintaining core electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	5
Number of Rows	1
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Shape	Square
Shrouding	Unshrouded
Current Rating	3A
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TE Connectivity 5-146282-5 is determined by strict equivalence in the following core parameters: connector type (Header, Breakaway), contact type (Male Pin), number of positions (5), number of rows (1), mating pitch (0.100"/2.54mm), mounting type (Through Hole), termination method (Solder), fastening type (Push-Pull), mating contact length (0.230"/5.84mm), contact shape (Square), shrouding (Unshrouded), current rating (3A), and material flammability rating (UL94 V-0).

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories based on contact material and finish specifications:

Category A - Phosphor Bronze with Gold Mating Finish (PBC Series): Parts PBC05SAAN, PBC05SAFN, and PBC05SADN feature phosphor bronze contact material with gold mating surface finish (10.0µin/0.25µm thickness) and tin post finish. These parts differ from the main part in contact material (phosphor bronze vs. copper alloy), mating contact finish (gold vs. tin), insulation material (PBT vs. LCP), and post length variations.

Category B - Phosphor Bronze with Tin Mating Finish (PEC Series): Parts PEC05SAAN, PEC05SABN, and PEC05SAFN feature phosphor bronze contact material with tin mating surface finish (100.0µin/2.54µm thickness) and tin post finish. These parts differ from the main part in contact material (phosphor bronze vs. copper alloy), insulation material (PBT vs. LCP), and post length variations, while maintaining tin finish on both mating and post surfaces.

All substitute parts maintain operating temperature range of -65°C ~ 125°C (exceeding the main part's -65°C ~ 105°C), ROHS3 compliance, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	5-146282-5 (TE)	PBC05SAAN (Sullins)	PBC05SAFN (Sullins)	PBC05SADN (Sullins)	PEC05SAAN (Sullins)	PEC05SABN (Sullins)	PEC05SAFN (Sullins)
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.620" (15.75mm)	0.420" (10.67mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.620" (15.75mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.950" (24.13mm)	0.750" (19.05mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.560" (14.22mm)	0.950" (24.13mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish - Mating	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	100.0µin (2.54µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Post	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black	Black
Current Rating	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
Inventory (Pcs)	863	2200	693	809	4796	1135	1503

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts listed maintain Active product status and comply with RoHS and UL94 V-0 flammability requirements, ensuring regulatory compliance equivalent to the main part. The Sullins Connector Solutions substitute parts (PBC and PEC series) provide extended operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 125°C) compared to the TE Connectivity main part (-65°C ~ 105°C), offering enhanced thermal performance for applications requiring higher temperature operation.

Selection between substitute parts is determined by specific application requirements regarding contact post length and contact finish material:

For applications requiring standard post length (0.090" to 0.120"): PBC05SAAN and PEC05SAAN provide minimal post extension with overall contact lengths of 0.450" (11.43mm), suitable for standard PCB mounting depths.

For applications requiring extended post length (0.230" to 0.620"): PEC05SABN (0.560" overall), PBC05SADN (0.750" overall), PBC05SAFN (0.950" overall), and PEC05SAFN (0.950" overall) accommodate deeper PCB stack-ups or applications requiring increased solder joint length.

For applications requiring gold mating surface finish: PBC05SAAN, PBC05SAFN, and PBC05SADN provide 10.0µin (0.25µm) gold plating on mating contacts, offering enhanced corrosion resistance and lower contact resistance compared to tin finish.

For applications requiring tin mating surface finish: PEC05SAAN, PEC05SABN, and PEC05SAFN maintain 100.0µin (2.54µm) tin finish on both mating and post surfaces, matching the finish specification of the main part.

All substitute parts feature phosphor bronze contact material with PBT insulation, differing from the main part's copper alloy contacts and LCP insulation. These material substitutions maintain electrical performance within the 3A current rating and provide equivalent mechanical durability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PBC05SAAN be used as a direct replacement for 5-146282-5 in all applications?

A: PBC05SAAN is electrically and mechanically compatible with 5-146282-5 for applications where the following differences are acceptable: phosphor bronze contact material (vs. copper alloy), gold mating finish (vs. tin), PBT insulation (vs. LCP), 0.100" insulation height (vs. 0.090"), and 0.120" post length (vs. 0.090"). The extended operating temperature range (-65°C ~ 125°C) provides additional thermal margin. Physical board layout must accommodate the 0.010" (0.254mm) increase in insulation height.

Q: What is the difference between PBC and PEC series substitutes?

A: The primary difference is contact finish material. PBC series parts feature gold mating surface finish (10.0µin/0.25µm thickness), providing enhanced corrosion resistance and lower contact resistance. PEC series parts feature tin mating surface finish (100.0µin/2.54µm thickness), matching the main part's finish specification. Both series use phosphor bronze contact material and PBT insulation. Post length variations exist within each series (SAAN, SABN, SAFN, SADN designations).

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant. The main part is RoHS compliant. Both compliance levels satisfy RoHS requirements for lead-free electronic components.

Q: What post length should I select for my application?

A: Post length selection depends on PCB thickness and solder joint requirements. Standard applications use 0.120" post length (PBC05SAAN, PEC05SAAN). Applications with thicker PCBs or requiring longer solder joints use extended lengths: 0.230" (PEC05SABN), 0.420" (PBC05SADN), or 0.620" (PBC05SAFN, PEC05SAFN). Verify PCB stack-up depth to ensure post length does not exceed available space.

Q: Does the 0.010" difference in insulation height affect PCB layout?

A: The substitute parts feature 0.100" insulation height compared to the main part's 0.090" height, a 0.010" (0.254mm) increase. This difference may affect board-to-board spacing in compact designs. Verify clearance between the connector body and adjacent components or PCB features before substitution.

Q: Can I mix PBC and PEC series parts in the same application?

A: PBC and PEC series parts are mechanically and electrically compatible and can be used in the same application. However, mixing contact finish materials (gold vs. tin) in a single mating interface is not recommended due to potential galvanic corrosion at the contact interface. Maintain consistent finish material within each mating pair.

Q: What is the significance of the contact finish thickness difference?

A: The main part features 100.0µin (2.54µm) tin finish on both mating and post surfaces. PBC series parts feature 10.0µin (0.25µm) gold finish on mating surfaces, which is a thinner but more corrosion-resistant coating. PEC series parts maintain 100.0µin (2.54µm) tin finish matching the main part. Gold finish provides superior performance in corrosive environments; tin finish provides cost efficiency in standard applications.

Q: Are substitute parts available in equivalent quantities?

A: Substitute part inventory levels vary. PEC05SAAN offers the highest availability (4796 pieces), followed by PBC05SAAN (2200 pieces). Other substitutes range from 693 to 1503 pieces in stock. Verify current inventory status for production requirements.

Q: What is the operating temperature advantage of substitute parts?

A: Substitute parts operate from -65°C ~ 125°C, extending the upper temperature limit by 20°C compared to the main part's -65°C ~ 105°C range. This extended range accommodates applications in elevated ambient conditions or near heat-generating components without thermal derating.

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