TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 6489930-8 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 6489930-8 is a 62-position female card edge connector designed for dual edge applications with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing. This connector features gold-plated copper alloy contacts, through-hole solder termination, and operates across a temperature range of -55°C to 85°C. The connector is classified as Active product status and maintains ROHS3 compliance with MSL Level 1 rating. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling component interchangeability in applications where the primary part becomes unavailable or when alternative packaging or inventory conditions necessitate alternative sourcing.

Substiute Parts

6489930-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 9476489930-8 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

395-062-520-350

Mercury United Electronics, Inc.In Stock: 3543395-062-520-350 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for card edge connectors is determined by strict alignment of electrical and mechanical parameters. The primary criteria for substitution of the TE Connectivity 6489930-8 include:

Critical Matching Parameters:

• Position count: 62 positions
• Pitch spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Connector gender: Female
• Row configuration: 2 rows (dual edge)
• Card thickness tolerance: 0.054" ~ 0.070" (1.37mm ~ 1.78mm)
• Termination method: Solder
• Mounting configuration: Through hole
• Contact material: Copper alloy
• Contact finish: Gold plating
• Insulation material: Polyester, glass-filled composition
• Compliance: ROHS3 compliant
• Moisture sensitivity: MSL Level 1

The Mercury United Electronics 395-062-520-350 satisfies all critical matching parameters, confirming substitution compatibility. Variations in operating temperature range, contact finish thickness specification, and packaging format do not preclude substitution when the connector is applied within the overlapping operational envelope.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Mercury United Electronics 395-062-520-350 is a direct electrical and mechanical substitute for the TE Connectivity 6489930-8 card edge connector. Both components maintain Active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring regulatory alignment for current and future applications.

Substitution Basis:

The Mercury part satisfies all critical electrical parameters: 62-position configuration, 0.100" pitch, female gender, dual-row edge card topology, and gold-plated copper alloy contacts. Mechanical compatibility is confirmed through identical card thickness tolerance (0.054" ~ 0.070"), solder termination method, and through-hole mounting architecture.

The Mercury connector operates across -40°C to 105°C, which encompasses the TE Connectivity operating range of -55°C to 85°C. Applications operating within the -55°C to -40°C or 85°C to 105°C boundaries require evaluation against specific system thermal requirements.

Insulation material composition differs slightly (Polyester Thermoplastic versus Polyester), both glass-filled formulations. This variation does not affect substitution eligibility for standard card edge connector applications.

Packaging format differs (Bulk versus Tube); component selection should account for procurement quantity requirements and handling procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Mercury 395-062-520-350 be used as a direct replacement for the TE Connectivity 6489930-8 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical electrical and mechanical specifications for position count, pitch, gender, row configuration, card thickness tolerance, termination method, and mounting type. The connectors are mechanically and electrically interchangeable in applications operating within the overlapping temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.

Q: What is the difference in operating temperature range between these two connectors?

A: The TE Connectivity 6489930-8 operates from -55°C to 85°C. The Mercury 395-062-520-350 operates from -40°C to 105°C. The overlapping operational envelope spans -40°C to 85°C. Applications requiring operation below -40°C must use the TE Connectivity part. Applications requiring operation above 85°C but below 105°C may use the Mercury part.

Q: Are both connectors RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the TE Connectivity 6489930-8 and Mercury 395-062-520-350 are ROHS3 compliant and carry MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity ratings.

Q: What is the difference in packaging between these parts?

A: The TE Connectivity 6489930-8 is supplied in tube packaging. The Mercury 395-062-520-350 is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging format does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility; selection depends on procurement volume and handling requirements.

Q: Do the insulation materials differ between these connectors?

A: The TE Connectivity connector uses Polyester, Glass Filled insulation. The Mercury connector uses Polyester Thermoplastic, Glass Filled insulation. Both are glass-filled polyester formulations suitable for standard card edge connector applications.

Q: Are the contact finishes identical?

A: Both connectors feature gold-plated contacts on copper alloy base material. The TE Connectivity part specifies 15.0µin (0.38µm) contact finish thickness. The Mercury part does not specify contact finish thickness. Both meet gold plating requirements for card edge connector applications.

Q: What is the position-per-row configuration for these connectors?

A: The TE Connectivity 6489930-8 does not specify positions per row. The Mercury 395-062-520-350 specifies 31 positions per row, which aligns with the 62-position, 2-row dual edge configuration.