TE Connectivity 5-146285-4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 5-146285-4 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This vertical 4-position connector operates at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and is part of the AMPMODU Mod II series. The connector features male pins with gold-plated mating contacts and tin-plated posts, rated for 3A current and operating temperatures from -65°C to 105°C. The part maintains Active product status and is RoHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to provide design flexibility, accommodate supply chain variations, and support alternative sourcing strategies while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility within specified parameter tolerances.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	4
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square
Shrouding	Unshrouded
Current Rating	3A
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the TE Connectivity 5-146285-4 is determined by strict adherence to the following core parameters:

Critical Matching Parameters:

Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions: 4
Number of Rows: 1
Connector Type: Header, Breakaway
Contact Type: Male Pin
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Shrouding: Unshrouded
Current Rating: 3A
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

Variable Parameters Allowing Substitution:

Contact Length - Mating: 0.230" (5.84mm) baseline; variations permitted
Contact Length - Post: 0.090" (2.29mm) baseline; variations permitted
Overall Contact Length: variations permitted based on post length
Insulation Height: 0.090" (2.29mm) baseline; 0.100" (2.54mm) acceptable
Contact Finish - Mating: Gold or Tin acceptable
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating: variations permitted
Contact Material: Copper Alloy or Phosphor Bronze acceptable
Insulation Material: LCP or PBT acceptable
Operating Temperature: -65°C minimum and 105°C minimum required

All substitute parts listed maintain Active product status, RoHS3 compliance, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Molex 0022284040 and Sullins Connector Solutions parts (PBC04 and PEC04 series) satisfy these substitution criteria.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	5-146285-4 (TE)	0022284040 (Molex)	PBC04SAAN (Sullins)	PBC04SABN (Sullins)	PBC04SACN (Sullins)	PBC04SADN (Sullins)	PEC04SAAN (Sullins)	PEC04SABN (Sullins)	PEC04SADN (Sullins)	PEC04SAEN (Sullins)	PEC04SAFN (Sullins)
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity	Molex	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins	Sullins
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	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	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
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)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Number of Rows	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Shrouding	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded	Unshrouded
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	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)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.125" (3.18mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.320" (8.13mm)	0.420" (10.67mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.420" (10.67mm)	0.520" (13.21mm)	0.620" (15.75mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.455" (11.56mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.560" (14.22mm)	0.650" (16.51mm)	0.750" (19.05mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.560" (14.22mm)	0.750" (19.05mm)	0.850" (21.59mm)	0.950" (24.13mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)	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)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)	100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact Finish - Post	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin	Tin
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Not Specified	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)	Polyamide (PA), Nylon, Glass Filled	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 105°C	Not Specified	-65°C ~ 125°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	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating	3A	Not Specified	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A	3A
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts maintain Active product status and satisfy RoHS3 compliance requirements. Selection between substitute options is determined by specific application requirements related to contact post length and mating contact finish specifications.

Molex 0022284040 provides direct substitution with equivalent electrical performance. This part features tin-plated mating contacts and operates across the required temperature range. The contact post length of 0.125" (3.18mm) accommodates standard through-hole PCB applications. Molex KK254 series connectors are widely deployed in automotive, medical, and telecommunications applications.

Sullins Connector Solutions PBC04 Series (PBC04SAAN, PBC04SABN, PBC04SACN, PBC04SADN) offers gold-plated mating contacts with extended operating temperature range to 125°C. These parts feature phosphor bronze contact material and PBT insulation. Post length variants range from 0.120" to 0.420", accommodating applications requiring deeper PCB penetration or stacked connector configurations. PBC04SAAN provides the closest dimensional match to the original part with 0.120" post length.

Sullins Connector Solutions PEC04 Series (PEC04SAAN, PEC04SABN, PEC04SADN, PEC04SAEN, PEC04SAFN) features tin-plated mating contacts with phosphor bronze construction and PBT insulation. Operating temperature extends to 125°C. Post length variants range from 0.120" to 0.620", supporting applications requiring extended post penetration. PEC04SAAN provides the closest dimensional match with 0.120" post length and tin finish.

All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant and maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Selection should be based on specific PCB thickness requirements, mating contact finish preference (gold versus tin), and post length requirements for the target application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Molex 0022284040 directly replace TE Connectivity 5-146285-4 in existing designs?

A: Molex 0022284040 satisfies all critical substitution parameters including pitch, position count, connector type, mounting method, and current rating. The part maintains equivalent electrical performance and compliance certifications. Contact post length differs at 0.125" versus 0.090", which accommodates standard through-hole PCB applications. Mating contact finish differs (tin versus gold), which does not affect electrical function but may impact corrosion resistance in specific environments.

Q: What is the difference between PBC04 and PEC04 series from Sullins?

A: The primary difference is mating contact finish. PBC04 series features gold-plated mating contacts, while PEC04 series features tin-plated mating contacts. Both series use phosphor bronze contact material, PBT insulation, and support operating temperatures to 125°C. Contact post length variants are available in both series to accommodate different PCB thickness requirements.

Q: Which substitute part should be selected for applications requiring maximum operating temperature?

A: All Sullins Connector Solutions substitute parts (PBC04 and PEC04 series) and Molex 0022284040 support operating temperatures to 125°C, exceeding the original TE Connectivity part specification of 105°C. Selection between these options should be based on mating contact finish requirement (gold or tin) and post length requirement for the specific PCB application.

Q: How do contact post length variations affect PCB compatibility?

A: Contact post length determines the depth of solder penetration through the PCB. The original TE Connectivity 5-146285-4 specifies 0.090" post length. Substitute parts offer post lengths ranging from 0.120" to 0.620". Longer post lengths accommodate thicker PCBs or stacked connector configurations. Standard PCB thickness applications typically use post lengths between 0.120" and 0.230". Extended post lengths (0.320" and beyond) support applications with multiple connector layers or thicker substrate materials.

Q: Are all substitute parts suitable for automotive applications?

A: Molex 0022284040 is documented for automotive applications. Sullins Connector Solutions parts are documented for general purpose applications. Specific automotive qualification requirements should be verified against individual application specifications and design standards.

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

A: Contact finish thickness affects corrosion resistance and contact wear characteristics. The original TE Connectivity part specifies 30.0µin (0.76µm) gold thickness on mating contacts. Molex 0022284040 provides 100.0µin (2.54µm) tin thickness. Sullins PBC04 series provides 10.0µin (0.25µm) gold thickness, while PEC04 series provides 100.0µin (2.54µm) tin thickness. Thicker finishes generally provide enhanced corrosion resistance in harsh environments.

Q: Can substitute parts with different insulation materials be used interchangeably?

A: The original TE Connectivity part uses Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) insulation. Substitute parts use either Polyamide (PA) with glass fill or Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT). All materials maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and support the required operating temperature ranges. Material selection affects mechanical properties and environmental resistance. PBT provides superior moisture resistance compared to PA, while LCP offers enhanced dimensional stability. Interchangeability is supported for standard through-hole applications where mechanical and environmental requirements align with material specifications.

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