EC381VM-10P Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EC381VM-10P is a 10-position terminal block plug manufactured by Dinkle Corporation. This component features female sockets with 0.150" (3.81mm) pitch spacing, 180° free-hanging in-line orientation, and screw-type rising cage clamp termination. The part is actively produced and maintained in inventory, with ROHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating. Substitute parts are identified to provide alternative sourcing options when the primary part is unavailable or when design flexibility permits component interchange.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Number of Positions	10
Pitch	0.150" (3.81mm)
Type	Plug, Female Sockets
Termination Style	Screw - Rising Cage Clamp
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Plug Wire Entry	180°
Wire Gauge Range	14-28 AWG / 0.2-1.5mm²
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 120°C
Contact Mating Finish	Tin
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The EC381VM-10P can be substituted with the TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part 1-284511-0 based on the following critical parameters:

Matching Parameters:

10-position configuration with identical pitch spacing (0.150" / 3.81mm)
Female socket plug type with identical 180° free-hanging in-line orientation
Screw-type rising cage clamp termination mechanism
Tin contact mating finish
Mating flange feature
Green housing color
ROHS3 compliance
Unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1)
Operating temperature range overlap (-40°C minimum)
Identical HTSUS and ECCN classifications

Allowable Parameter Variations:

Wire gauge range: EC381VM-10P accepts 14-28 AWG; 1-284511-0 accepts 14-30 AWG (broader range)
Wire gauge metric: EC381VM-10P accepts 0.2-1.5mm²; 1-284511-0 accepts 0.05-2mm² (broader range)
Current rating (UL): EC381VM-10P rated 8A; 1-284511-0 rated 11A (higher capacity)
Operating temperature maximum: EC381VM-10P rated to 120°C; 1-284511-0 rated to 110°C (10°C lower)
IEC current rating: EC381VM-10P rated 14A; 1-284511-0 has no IEC rating specified

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	EC381VM-10P (Dinkle)	1-284511-0 (TE Connectivity)
Manufacturer	Dinkle Corporation, USA	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Number of Positions	10	10
Pitch	0.150" (3.81mm)	0.150" (3.81mm)
Type	Plug, Female Sockets	Plug, Female Sockets
Termination Style	Screw - Rising Cage Clamp	Screw - Rising Cage Clamp
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Plug Wire Entry	180°	180°
Wire Gauge - AWG	14-28 AWG	14-30 AWG
Wire Gauge - mm²	0.2-1.5mm²	0.05-2mm²
Current - UL	8 A	11 A
Voltage - UL	300 V	300 V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 120°C	-40°C ~ 110°C
Contact Mating Finish	Tin	Tin
Color	Green	Green
Features	Mating Flange	Mating Flange
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS	8536.90.4000	8536.90.4000

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Part Selection: The EC381VM-10P remains the specified component when design requirements mandate the full operating temperature range of -40°C to 120°C or when the IEC 14A current rating is required.

Substitute Part Selection: The 1-284511-0 is suitable for applications where the following conditions are met:

Operating temperature does not exceed 110°C
UL current rating of 11A satisfies application requirements
Wire gauge compatibility with 14-30 AWG range is acceptable
ROHS3 compliance and unlimited MSL rating are required
Identical pitch spacing, termination style, and mounting orientation are maintained

Both parts maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance. The TE Connectivity part provides higher current capacity and broader wire gauge acceptance, while the Dinkle part provides extended high-temperature operation capability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1-284511-0 be used in place of the EC381VM-10P in all applications?

A: The 1-284511-0 is compatible with EC381VM-10P applications provided the operating temperature does not exceed 110°C. The EC381VM-10P supports operation to 120°C, which the substitute does not. Verify application temperature requirements before substitution.

Q: What is the significance of the wire gauge range difference?

A: The EC381VM-10P accepts 14-28 AWG (0.2-1.5mm²), while the 1-284511-0 accepts 14-30 AWG (0.05-2mm²). The substitute part accommodates a broader range of wire gauges. Applications using wire sizes within the EC381VM-10P range are fully compatible with the substitute.

Q: Are the current ratings interchangeable?

A: No. The EC381VM-10P is rated 8A (UL) and 14A (IEC). The 1-284511-0 is rated 11A (UL) with no IEC rating specified. Applications requiring the IEC 14A rating must use the EC381VM-10P. Applications within the 8A UL limit can use either part.

Q: Do both parts have identical mechanical compatibility?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical pitch spacing (0.150" / 3.81mm), 10-position configuration, 180° plug wire entry, free-hanging in-line mounting, screw-type rising cage clamp termination, and mating flange features. Mechanical interchange is direct.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to both parts?

A: Both parts are ROHS3 compliant, carry unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1), and share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.90.4000) classifications.

Q: Can these parts be mixed in the same assembly?

A: Yes, provided the assembly design accommodates the parameter variations listed in the Parameter Comparison table. Verify that application requirements do not mandate the specific current or temperature ratings of either part exclusively.

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