AXE220124A Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The AXE220124A is a 20-position rectangular connector header manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, designed for surface mount applications with outer shroud contacts and gold plating. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives essential for ongoing production support and design continuity. The AXE220124A belongs to the A4US series and maintains full RoHS compliance with MSL Level 1 rating, indicating no moisture sensitivity constraints during storage and handling.

Substiute Parts

AXE220124A

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 884AXE220124A Datasheet

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AXE620124

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 111524AXE620124 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the AXE220124A is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Configuration: 20 positions, 2 rows, 0.016" (0.40mm) pitch
• Mounting Technology: Surface mount with solder retention feature
• Contact System: Outer shroud contacts with gold finish
• Physical Envelope: Mated stacking height of 0.8mm and height above board of 0.026" (0.65mm)
• Compliance Requirements: RoHS compliance and MSL Level 1 rating

The AXE620124 qualifies as a direct substitute based on complete alignment with these parameters. While the AXE620124 belongs to the A4S series (compared to the A4US series of the main part), both components share identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary distinction is product status: AXE620124 is active in production with significantly higher inventory availability (111,468 units versus 786 units for the obsolete AXE220124A).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The AXE620124 is a direct functional equivalent to the AXE220124A for all applications requiring a 20-position surface mount rectangular connector header with outer shroud contacts and gold plating. Both components maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including pitch, stacking height, and board clearance dimensions. Both are RoHS compliant and carry MSL Level 1 certification.

The primary advantage of selecting AXE620124 is product status: as an active component in Panasonic Electric Works' current product line, it ensures long-term availability and supply chain continuity. The AXE220124A, classified as obsolete, presents supply risk and should be replaced in new designs and production planning.

For existing designs currently using AXE220124A, direct substitution with AXE620124 requires no circuit modifications, PCB layout changes, or firmware updates. The components are mechanically and electrically interchangeable within the specified parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can AXE620124 be used as a direct replacement for AXE220124A in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. The AXE620124 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to AXE220124A. All critical parameters—connector configuration, pitch, mounting type, contact finish, stacking height, and board clearance—are identical. No design modifications are required.

Q: What is the difference between the A4US and A4S series designations?

A: The series designation reflects internal Panasonic product line organization. Both A4US (AXE220124A) and A4S (AXE620124) series share identical specifications for this 20-position connector header. The series difference does not affect functional compatibility or performance.

Q: Why is AXE220124A classified as obsolete?

A: Product obsolescence is determined by manufacturer lifecycle decisions. The AXE220124A has been superseded by the AXE620124, which remains in active production with superior inventory availability.

Q: Are there packaging differences between AXE220124A and AXE620124?

A: Yes. AXE220124A packaging information is not specified in available data. AXE620124 is supplied in Cut Tape (CT) and Digi-Reel® packaging formats, which are standard for high-volume surface mount applications.

Q: Do both components meet the same compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both AXE220124A and AXE620124 are RoHS compliant, carry MSL Level 1 rating, and share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4040) classifications.

Q: What is the inventory status for each part?

A: AXE220124A has 786 units in stock (obsolete status). AXE620124 has 111,468 units in stock (active status), providing significantly greater availability for production requirements.