TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 641216-4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 641216-4 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole, right-angle mounting applications. This connector features a 4-position configuration with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing, suitable for board-to-cable/wire connections in general-purpose applications. The part operates across a temperature range of -55°C to 105°C with a 250VAC voltage rating.

The 641216-4 carries an obsolete product status, which necessitates identification of active equivalent components to ensure continued design support and procurement availability. Substitute parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering improved availability and compliance status.

Substiute Parts

641216-4

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1128641216-4 Datasheet

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3-641216-4

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 22593-641216-4 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 641216-4 is determined by strict equivalence across all electrical and mechanical parameters. The substitute part 3-641216-4 qualifies as a direct equivalent based on the following criteria:

Electrical Parameters:

• Identical pitch spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Identical number of positions: 4
• Identical contact configuration: Male pin, single row
• Identical voltage rating: 250VAC
• Identical operating temperature range: -55°C ~ 105°C
• Identical contact materials and finishes: Gold mating surface, tin post finish

Mechanical Parameters:

• Identical mounting type: Through hole, right angle
• Identical shrouding configuration: Shrouded - 1 wall
• Identical termination method: Solder
• Identical contact dimensions: 0.295" (7.49mm) mating length, 0.140" (3.56mm) post length
• Identical insulation height: 0.225" (5.72mm)
• Identical connector series: MTA-100

The substitute part 3-641216-4 maintains full compatibility with existing designs while offering active product status and improved compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The substitute part 3-641216-4 is the direct equivalent for the obsolete 641216-4. Selection of the substitute part is based on the following engineering considerations:

Product Status: The 641216-4 carries obsolete status, limiting long-term procurement viability. The 3-641216-4 maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturer support.

Compliance Certifications: The 3-641216-4 achieves RoHS compliance and REACH unaffected status, whereas the original part is RoHS non-compliant with undefined REACH status. For applications subject to regulatory requirements or customer specifications mandating RoHS compliance, the substitute part satisfies these requirements without design modification.

Electrical and Mechanical Equivalence: All electrical parameters, mechanical dimensions, contact configurations, and performance specifications are identical between the two parts. The substitute part operates within the same temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C), maintains identical voltage rating (250VAC), and preserves all contact material and finish specifications.

Packaging Consideration: The substitute part 3-641216-4 is supplied in bulk packaging, whereas the original part packaging is unspecified. Bulk packaging does not affect connector functionality or performance in applications.

For new designs or redesigns of existing products, the 3-641216-4 is the appropriate selection. For legacy systems currently using 641216-4, direct substitution with 3-641216-4 is electrically and mechanically compatible without circuit modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3-641216-4 be used as a direct replacement for the 641216-4 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 3-641216-4 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the 641216-4. All contact configurations, pitch spacing, mounting type, termination method, and performance specifications are identical. Direct substitution is compatible without design modification.

Q: What is the primary difference between the 641216-4 and 3-641216-4?

A: The primary differences are product status and compliance certifications. The 641216-4 is obsolete with RoHS non-compliant status, while the 3-641216-4 is active with RoHS compliance and REACH unaffected status. All electrical and mechanical specifications are identical.

Q: Does the bulk packaging of the 3-641216-4 affect connector performance?

A: No. Packaging format does not affect connector electrical performance, mechanical dimensions, or reliability. Bulk packaging is a supply format consideration only.

Q: Are the contact materials and finishes identical between both parts?

A: Yes. Both parts feature copper alloy contacts with gold mating surface finish (30.0µin thickness) and tin post finish (150.0µin thickness). Contact dimensions and shapes are identical.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for both parts?

A: Both the 641216-4 and 3-641216-4 operate across -55°C to 105°C. Temperature performance is identical.

Q: Is the 3-641216-4 suitable for applications requiring RoHS compliance?

A: Yes. The 3-641216-4 is RoHS compliant, making it suitable for applications with RoHS requirements. The original 641216-4 is RoHS non-compliant.

Q: Do both parts have the same voltage and current ratings?

A: Yes. Both parts are rated for 250VAC. Current rating varies by wire gauge for both parts.

Q: What is the pitch spacing for these connectors?

A: Both parts feature 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing with 4-position, single-row configuration.