Amphenol ICC 54101-S0502LF Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Amphenol ICC 54101-S0502LF is an active rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This 2-position, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch connector features male pins with gold-plated mating contacts and tin-plated posts, suitable for board-to-board connections. The part is RoHS Compliant and carries UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Substitute parts are identified based on matching electrical and mechanical parameters including pitch, position count, contact configuration, mounting type, and termination method.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions	2
Number of Rows	1
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Shape	Square
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
Current Rating	3A per Contact
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 125°C
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 54101-S0502LF are qualified based on the following critical parameters:

Pitch matching at 0.100" (2.54mm)
Position count of 2 with single row configuration
Male pin contact type
Through-hole mounting capability
Solder termination method
Push-pull fastening type
Square contact shape
UL94 V-0 flammability rating
Moisture Sensitivity Level 1

The substitute parts listed below meet these core electrical and mechanical requirements. Variations in contact finish thickness, post length, and mating contact length are within acceptable tolerances for this connector category and do not preclude substitution.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	54101-S0502LF (Amphenol ICC)	0022284023 (Molex)	0022284026 (Molex)	0022285020 (Molex)	0022285023 (Molex)	TS-102-G-A-1 (Samtec)	TS-102-G-AA (Samtec)	TS-102-T-A-1 (Samtec)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC	Molex	Molex	Molex	Molex	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Connector Type	Header	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	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)
Number of Positions	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Number of Rows	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
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Kinked Pin, Solder	Kinked Pin, Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	N/A	N/A	N/A
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	N/A	N/A	N/A
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold	Tin	Gold	Gold	Gold	Tin
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	N/A	N/A	N/A
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts maintain active product status and comply with RoHS3 requirements. Selection between substitute options should be based on the following criteria:

Molex KK254 Series (0022284023, 0022284026, 0022285020, 0022285023): These parts offer higher inventory availability and are qualified for automotive, general purpose, medical, and telecommunications applications. Parts 0022284023 and 0022284026 feature standard solder termination, while 0022285020 and 0022285023 include kinked pin termination for enhanced mechanical retention. Contact finish options include gold (0022284023, 0022284026, 0022285023) and tin (0022285020).

Samtec TS Series (TS-102-G-A-1, TS-102-G-AA, TS-102-T-A-1): These parts provide gold-plated (TS-102-G-A-1, TS-102-G-AA) or tin-plated (TS-102-T-A-1) mating contacts with standard solder termination. All three variants maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating.

All substitute parts are electrically and mechanically compatible with the 54101-S0502LF for applications requiring 2-position, 0.100" pitch header connectors with through-hole mounting and solder termination.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What determines if a part can substitute for the 54101-S0502LF?

A: Substitution is based on matching pitch (0.100"), position count (2), contact type (male pin), mounting method (through-hole), termination type (solder), and fastening mechanism (push-pull). All listed parts meet these core requirements.

Q: Are there differences in contact finish between substitute options?

A: Yes. The 54101-S0502LF features gold or gold GXT™ mating contacts. Molex 0022285020 and Samtec TS-102-T-A-1 use tin finish instead. Molex 0022284023, 0022284026, 0022285023, and Samtec TS-102-G-A-1 and TS-102-G-AA use gold finish. Contact finish selection should align with application requirements.

Q: What is the difference between standard solder and kinked pin termination?

A: Molex parts 0022285020 and 0022285023 feature kinked pin termination, which provides additional mechanical retention during soldering. Standard solder termination is used in 0022284023, 0022284026, and all Samtec TS series parts.

Q: Do all substitute parts have the same current rating?

A: The 54101-S0502LF is rated for 3A per contact. Current ratings are not specified for the Molex KK254 or Samtec TS series substitute parts in the provided data.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 Compliant with Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), matching the compliance profile of the 54101-S0502LF.

Q: What is the inventory status of substitute parts?

A: Molex 0022285023 has the highest inventory at 41,967 pieces. Molex 0022285020 has 27,603 pieces. Molex 0022284023 has 19,417 pieces. Molex 0022284026 has 7,022 pieces. Samtec TS-102-G-AA has 1,158 pieces. Samtec TS-102-G-A-1 has 875 pieces. Samtec TS-102-T-A-1 has 929 pieces.

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