TE Connectivity 641216-8 Rectangular Connector Header Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 641216-8 is a shrouded right-angle connector header designed for through-hole mounting in board-to-cable/wire applications. This 8-position header operates at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and features male pin contacts with gold-plated mating surfaces and tin-plated posts. The connector is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts to ensure continued design support and procurement availability for new production and maintenance applications.

Substiute Parts

641216-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 823641216-8 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

3-641216-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 21343-641216-8 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 641216-8 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Number of Positions: 8
• Contact Type: Male Pin
• Voltage Rating: 250VAC
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 105°C

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• Connector Type: Header
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• Shrouding: Shrouded - 1 Wall
• Contact Length - Mating: 0.295" (7.49mm)
• Contact Length - Post: 0.140" (3.56mm)
• Insulation Height: 0.225" (5.72mm)
• Contact Shape: Square

Material & Finish Parameters:

• Contact Finish - Mating: Gold
• Contact Finish Thickness - Mating: 30.0µin (0.76µm)
• Contact Finish - Post: Tin
• Contact Material: Copper Alloy
• Insulation Material: Thermoplastic
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0

The substitute part 3-641216-8 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering active product status and improved compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The part 3-641216-8 is the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete 641216-8. Both parts are manufactured by TE Connectivity within the MTA-100 series and share identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters.

Product Status Advantage: The substitute part 3-641216-8 maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturer support. The original 641216-8 is classified as obsolete and subject to discontinuation.

Compliance Enhancement: The substitute part 3-641216-8 provides ROHS3 compliance certification and defined REACH status (REACH Unaffected), whereas the original part lists RoHS status as not applicable and REACH status as vendor undefined. This represents an improvement in regulatory documentation and environmental compliance posture.

Functional Equivalence: All electrical parameters, mechanical dimensions, contact specifications, material compositions, and operating characteristics are identical between the two parts. The connector maintains the same 8-position, 0.100" pitch configuration, through-hole right-angle mounting, gold-plated mating contacts, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

For new designs and production applications, 3-641216-8 is the appropriate selection. For existing designs currently using 641216-8, direct substitution with 3-641216-8 is electrically and mechanically compatible without design modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 3-641216-8 be used as a direct replacement for 641216-8 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The substitute part 3-641216-8 is electrically and mechanically identical to 641216-8 across all specified parameters. Both parts share the same MTA-100 series designation, 8-position configuration, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, through-hole right-angle mounting, contact materials, finishes, and operating specifications. Direct substitution requires no design modifications.

Q: What is the primary difference between 641216-8 and 3-641216-8?

A: The primary differences are product status and compliance certifications. The 641216-8 is obsolete with undefined RoHS and REACH status, while 3-641216-8 is active with ROHS3 compliance and defined REACH status (REACH Unaffected). All functional and mechanical specifications are identical.

Q: Are the packaging formats different between these parts?

A: The original 641216-8 packaging is not specified in the documentation. The substitute 3-641216-8 is supplied in bulk packaging. Confirm packaging requirements with your procurement specifications.

Q: Do both parts have the same contact finish specifications?

A: Yes. Both parts feature gold-plated mating contacts at 30.0µin (0.76µm) thickness and tin-plated posts at 150.0µin (3.81µm) thickness. Contact material is copper alloy for both parts.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these connectors?

A: Both parts operate across the identical temperature range of -55°C to 105°C, with UL94 V-0 material flammability rating.

Q: Are these connectors suitable for high-voltage applications?

A: Both parts are rated for 250VAC operation. Current rating varies by wire gauge. Confirm specific application requirements against the 250VAC voltage rating and wire gauge current specifications.

Q: Why should I select 3-641216-8 over 641216-8 for new designs?

A: The 3-641216-8 is the active product with defined compliance certifications (ROHS3 compliant, REACH Unaffected). The 641216-8 is obsolete and subject to discontinuation. For new production, 3-641216-8 ensures long-term availability and regulatory compliance documentation.

Q: Are the contact dimensions identical between both parts?

A: Yes. Both parts have identical contact specifications: mating contact length of 0.295" (7.49mm), post length of 0.140" (3.56mm), square contact shape, and 0.225" (5.72mm) insulation height.