TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 534236-4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 534236-4 is an 8-position receptacle connector designed for board-to-board applications with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing. This connector features gold-plated mating contacts, through-hole solder termination, and push-pull fastening. The part is classified as Active product status and operates across a temperature range of -65°C to 105°C. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the main part specifications, enabling direct replacement in applications where contact finish, insulation material, or packaging variations are acceptable.

Key Parameters

Parameter	534236-4 Specification
Connector Type	Receptacle, Bottom or Top Entry
Number of Positions	8
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Type	Female Socket
Contact Shape	Square
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Color	Black
Insulation Height	0.340" (8.64mm)
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 105°C
Product Status	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 534236-4 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

Core Compatibility Parameters:

Number of Positions: 8
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows: 2
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Type: Female Socket
Contact Shape: Square
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze

Variable Parameters Allowing Substitution:

Contact Finish - Mating: Gold or Tin
Insulation Material: Polyester Glass Filled, Liquid Crystal Polymer Glass Filled, or Thermoplastic Glass Filled
Insulation Color: Black or Blue
Insulation Height: 0.335" (8.51mm) to 0.340" (8.64mm)
Connector Entry Style: Bottom or Top Entry, or Board to Board
Packaging: Tube, Tray, or Bulk

All substitute parts maintain the same electrical contact geometry, pitch spacing, and solder termination method, ensuring mechanical and electrical interchangeability within the specified parameter ranges.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	534236-4 (TE)	0015446808 (Molex)	0901512108 (Molex)	87606-304LF (Amphenol ICC)	89891-404LF (Amphenol ICC)
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP	Molex	Molex	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Number of Positions	8	8	8	8	8
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2
Row Spacing - Mating	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
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Type	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket	Female Socket
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Tin	Tin	Gold	Tin
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	30.0µin (0.76µm)	150.0µin (3.81µm)	40.0µin (1.02µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	78.7µin (2.00µm)
Insulation Color	Black	Black	Black	Blue	Blue
Insulation Height	0.340" (8.64mm)	0.340" (8.64mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)	0.335" (8.51mm)
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Polyester, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature Range	-65°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	Not specified	Not specified
Product Status	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Packaging	Tube	Tray	Tube	Tube	Bulk

Engineering Selection Recommendations

534236-4 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors)

This part is the primary reference specification. It is Active product status with RoHS non-compliant classification. The connector features gold mating contact finish with 30.0µin thickness and operates across -65°C to 105°C. Selection of this part is appropriate for applications requiring the extended lower temperature range and gold contact finish specifications.

0015446808 (Molex C-Grid 71850)

This substitute is ROHS3 Compliant and Active product status. It features tin mating contact finish with 150.0µin thickness and operates across -40°C to 105°C. The higher tin plating thickness provides enhanced corrosion resistance compared to the main part. This part is suitable for applications where RoHS3 compliance is required and the -40°C minimum temperature is acceptable. Liquid Crystal Polymer insulation material offers superior thermal and chemical resistance.

0901512108 (Molex C-Grid III 90151)

This substitute is ROHS3 Compliant and Active product status. It features tin mating contact finish with 40.0µin thickness and operates across -55°C to 105°C. The lower temperature range extends to -55°C, providing broader thermal coverage than the Molex C-Grid 71850. This part is suitable for applications requiring RoHS3 compliance with moderate temperature range requirements. Polyester insulation material matches the main part specification.

87606-304LF (Amphenol ICC Dubox™)

This substitute is RoHS Compliant and Active product status. It features gold mating contact finish with 30.0µin thickness, matching the main part contact finish specification. Operating temperature range is not specified. This part is suitable for applications requiring gold contact finish and RoHS compliance. Thermoplastic insulation material provides enhanced mechanical properties. Blue insulation color distinguishes this part visually from the main specification.

89891-404LF (Amphenol ICC Dubox™)

This substitute is RoHS Compliant and Active product status. It features tin mating contact finish with 78.7µin thickness, providing the highest plating thickness among all substitutes. Operating temperature range is not specified. This part is suitable for applications requiring tin contact finish and RoHS compliance. Thermoplastic insulation material and blue insulation color match the 87606-304LF specification. Bottom or Top Entry connector style matches the main part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I substitute the 534236-4 with any of the listed alternatives?

A: Substitution is possible when the application requirements align with the substitute part specifications. All listed substitutes maintain identical pitch spacing (0.100"), position count (8), row configuration (2 rows), mounting type (through hole), and termination method (solder). Differences in contact finish, insulation material, and operating temperature range must be evaluated against application requirements.

Q: What is the primary difference between gold and tin contact finishes?

A: Contact finish affects corrosion resistance and mating force characteristics. Gold finish (534236-4, 87606-304LF) provides superior corrosion resistance and lower contact resistance. Tin finish (0015446808, 0901512108, 89891-404LF) offers cost efficiency and adequate performance in controlled environments. Tin plating thickness varies among substitutes, affecting durability.

Q: Does RoHS compliance affect electrical performance?

A: RoHS compliance status reflects manufacturing process restrictions on hazardous substances but does not directly impact electrical performance. The 534236-4 is RoHS non-compliant, while all substitutes are RoHS Compliant or ROHS3 Compliant. Selection based on compliance requirements depends on end-application regulatory mandates.

Q: What is the significance of operating temperature range differences?

A: The 534236-4 operates from -65°C to 105°C, providing the widest temperature range. Substitutes offer narrower ranges: 0015446808 (-40°C to 105°C), 0901512108 (-55°C to 105°C), and two Amphenol parts with unspecified ranges. Applications requiring operation below -40°C must use the main part or 0901512108.

Q: How do insulation materials differ among the options?

A: The 534236-4 uses Polyester Glass Filled insulation. Substitutes employ Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Glass Filled (0015446808), Polyester Glass Filled (0901512108), or Thermoplastic Glass Filled (87606-304LF, 89891-404LF). LCP and Thermoplastic materials offer enhanced thermal stability and chemical resistance compared to Polyester.

Q: Does packaging format affect connector performance?

A: Packaging (Tube, Tray, Bulk) is a logistics consideration and does not affect electrical or mechanical performance. The 534236-4 is supplied in Tube packaging. Substitutes are available in Tray (0015446808), Tube (0901512108, 87606-304LF), or Bulk (89891-404LF) formats. Packaging selection depends on procurement volume and handling requirements.

Q: Can I mix gold and tin contact finishes in the same application?

A: Mixing contact finishes in a single mating pair is not recommended. Galvanic corrosion can occur at the interface between dissimilar metals. Maintain consistency within a connector pair: use either gold-finished receptacles with gold-finished plugs, or tin-finished receptacles with tin-finished plugs.

Q: What does the contact finish thickness specification indicate?

A: Contact finish thickness (measured in microinches or micrometers) indicates plating durability and wear resistance. Thicker plating extends connector service life. The 534236-4 specifies 30.0µin gold thickness. Tin-finished substitutes range from 40.0µin to 150.0µin, with thicker plating providing enhanced durability in high-cycle mating applications.

Q: Are the insulation height variations significant?

A: Insulation height differences are minimal (0.335" to 0.340") and fall within standard manufacturing tolerances. The 534236-4 specifies 0.340" while most substitutes specify 0.335". These variations do not affect mechanical interchangeability in standard board-to-board applications.

Q: Which substitute offers the best overall compatibility with the 534236-4?

A: The 87606-304LF (Amphenol ICC Dubox™) provides the closest electrical match, featuring identical gold contact finish (30.0µin thickness) and matching connector entry style (Bottom or Top Entry). However, operating temperature range is unspecified. For applications requiring specified temperature range with RoHS compliance, the 0901512108 (Molex C-Grid III 90151) offers -55°C to 105°C operation with polyester insulation matching the main part.

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