Weidmüller 997240 Terminal Block - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Weidmüller 997240 is a 19-position wire-to-board terminal block with horizontal mating orientation and 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch through-hole mounting. This component features screw-type wire termination and is designed for PCB integration in electrical distribution and control applications.

The 997240 carries an obsolete product status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts ensures design continuity and maintains supply chain reliability for applications currently utilizing this connector.

Substiute Parts

997240

WeidmüllerIn Stock: 876997240 Datasheet

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1769020000

WeidmüllerIn Stock: 7061769020000 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Weidmüller 997240 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Positions and Configuration: 19 positions per level, 2 levels total
• Pitch Specification: 0.200" (5.08mm) center-to-center spacing
• Mating Orientation: Horizontal with board alignment
• Mounting Method: Through-hole PCB mounting
• Wire Termination Type: Screw-based clamping mechanism
• Regulatory Compliance: RoHS Compliant status

The substitute part Weidmüller 1769020000 satisfies all critical substitution criteria. This part maintains identical positional configuration, pitch, orientation, and mounting characteristics while offering active product status and enhanced electrical specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Weidmüller 1769020000 is the qualified substitute for the obsolete 997240 terminal block. Both parts maintain identical mechanical and electrical interface specifications, ensuring direct PCB compatibility without layout modifications.

The 1769020000 offers active product status, providing assured long-term availability and supply chain continuity. Both parts carry RoHS Compliant certification and REACH Unaffected status, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement.

The substitute part provides documented electrical performance specifications (15 A current rating, 300 V voltage rating) and defined operating temperature range (-50°C ~ 120°C), supporting design verification and thermal analysis requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1769020000 be used as a direct replacement for the 997240 in existing PCB designs?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical pitch (0.200" / 5.08mm), positional configuration (19 positions, 2 levels), mating orientation (horizontal with board), and through-hole mounting characteristics. No PCB layout modifications are required.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The 997240 is obsolete, while the 1769020000 is active product status. The 1769020000 belongs to the Omnimate LM series and provides documented electrical specifications including 15 A current rating and 300 V voltage rating. The 997240 specifications for these parameters were not provided.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the 997240 and 1769020000 carry RoHS Compliant certification and REACH Unaffected status.

Q: What wire gauges are supported by the substitute part?

A: The 1769020000 accommodates wire gauges from 14 to 24 AWG with screw-type clamping termination featuring a clamping yoke and tension sleeve mechanism.

Q: What is the recommended screw torque specification for the 1769020000?

A: The specified torque range is 0.4-0.5 Nm (4.6-4.4 Lb-In) for M2.5 screw threads.