ELFH10140 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELFH10140 is a 10-position terminal block header manufactured by Amphenol PCD, designed for through-hole solder mounting applications. This component features male pins with 2-side shrouding, a 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch, and 90° right-angle orientation. The part is currently active in production with 1119 units in stock. Alternative equivalent parts may be required due to supply constraints, design revisions, or specific application requirements where substitute parts meet identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	ELFH10140
Manufacturer	Amphenol PCD
Category	Terminal Blocks
Number of Positions	10
Pitch	0.197" (5.00mm)
Header Orientation	90°, Right Angle
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (2 Side)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination Style	Solder
Current Rating (UL)	15 A
Voltage Rating (UL)	300 V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 105°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the ELFH10140 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

Number of positions: 10
Pitch tolerance: 0.197" (5.00mm) ± acceptable mechanical tolerance
Header orientation: 90° right angle
Mounting type: Through hole solder
Electrical ratings: Minimum 15 A (UL), 300 V (UL)
Operating temperature range: -40°C to at least 105°C
Material flammability: UL94 V-0
RoHS compliance status

Substitute Classification:

1-282812-0 (TE Connectivity): Exact pitch match (0.197" / 5.00mm), identical position count, matching electrical ratings, and equivalent temperature range (-40°C to 110°C). Shrouding configuration (2-side) and contact material (copper alloy vs. brass) are functionally equivalent for this application class.

0395321010 (Molex): Pitch variance (0.200" / 5.08mm) represents a 0.003" (0.08mm) deviation from the primary part. While this exceeds typical PCB tolerance stackup for direct board-level substitution, it qualifies as an alternative where mechanical redesign or adapter solutions are acceptable. Electrical and thermal specifications are equivalent.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ELFH10140 (Amphenol PCD)	1-282812-0 (TE Connectivity)	0395321010 (Molex)
Number of Positions	10	10	10
Pitch	0.197" (5.00mm)	0.197" (5.00mm)	0.200" (5.08mm)
Header Orientation	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle	90°, Right Angle
Type	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (2 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (2 Side)	Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination Style	Solder	Solder	Solder
Current Rating (UL)	15 A	15 A	15 A
Voltage Rating (UL)	300 V	300 V	300 V
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 105°C	-40°C ~ 110°C	-40°C ~ 105°C
Contact Mating Finish	Tin	Tin	Tin
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Contact Material	Brass	Copper Alloy	Brass
Housing Material	Polyamide (PA46), Nylon 4/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Contact Tail Length	0.155" (3.94mm)	0.138" (4.60mm)	0.150" (3.81mm)
Insulation Height	0.319" (8.10mm)	0.329" (8.36mm)	0.472" (12.00mm)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Substitution (No Design Changes Required):

1-282812-0 (TE Connectivity AMP Buchanan series) is the primary equivalent for ELFH10140. This part maintains identical pitch (0.197" / 5.00mm), position count, electrical ratings (15 A / 300 V), and flammability compliance (UL94 V-0). The extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 110°C) provides additional thermal margin. Both parts are RoHS compliant and feature equivalent solder termination. Contact tail length variance (0.138" vs. 0.155") and housing material differences (PA66 vs. PA46) are within acceptable mechanical tolerances for standard PCB through-hole applications. The side stacking feature on 1-282812-0 provides additional design flexibility.

Conditional Substitution (Design Review Required):

0395321010 (Molex Eurostyle ESE 39532) presents a pitch deviation of 0.003" (0.08mm) from the primary specification. This variance may exceed PCB layout tolerances depending on connector stack height and mechanical constraints. The 4-side shrouding configuration provides enhanced EMI shielding compared to the 2-side design. Insulation height is significantly greater (0.472" vs. 0.319"), which may impact board-level clearance. This part is suitable only where PCB redesign or mechanical adaptation is feasible. ROHS3 compliance status exceeds RoHS requirements.

Compliance Summary:

All three parts meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements, 15 A current capacity, and 300 V voltage specifications. RoHS and ROHS3 compliance statuses are equivalent for regulatory purposes. Moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1) is identical across all parts, indicating unlimited shelf life under standard storage conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 0395321010 be used as a direct drop-in replacement for ELFH10140?

A: No. The 0.003" (0.08mm) pitch difference between 0.197" and 0.200" exceeds typical PCB tolerance stackup for direct board-level substitution. PCB redesign or mechanical adapter solutions are required. Verify connector stack height clearance before implementation.

Q: What is the primary difference between 1-282812-0 and ELFH10140?

A: Both parts share identical pitch (0.197" / 5.00mm), position count, electrical ratings, and flammability compliance. The primary differences are housing material (PA66 vs. PA46), contact material (copper alloy vs. brass), and contact tail length (0.138" vs. 0.155"). These variations are functionally equivalent for standard through-hole solder applications. 1-282812-0 offers a wider operating temperature range (-40°C to 110°C vs. -40°C to 105°C).

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. ELFH10140 and 1-282812-0 are RoHS Compliant. 0395321010 is ROHS3 Compliant. Both compliance statuses satisfy RoHS regulatory requirements and are functionally equivalent for procurement purposes.

Q: What is the significance of shrouding configuration differences?

A: ELFH10140 and 1-282812-0 feature 2-side shrouding, while 0395321010 features 4-side shrouding. The 4-side configuration provides enhanced EMI shielding and mechanical protection but increases overall component height (0.472" vs. 0.319"). Select based on application EMI requirements and available board clearance.

Q: Can contact material differences (brass vs. copper alloy) affect performance?

A: Both brass and copper alloy contacts meet the specified 15 A / 300 V electrical requirements and tin mating finish specifications. Contact material differences do not affect electrical performance in this application class. Material selection is based on manufacturing process and cost optimization.

Q: What packaging formats are available?

A: ELFH10140 is supplied in Tray packaging (1119 units in stock). 1-282812-0 and 0395321010 are supplied in Bulk packaging (643 and 5395 units respectively). Packaging format does not affect component functionality or electrical specifications.

Q: Are there any temperature rating considerations for substitute selection?

A: ELFH10140 operates from -40°C to 105°C. 1-282812-0 extends to 110°C, providing additional thermal margin. 0395321010 matches the -40°C to 105°C range. All parts exceed typical industrial operating requirements. Select based on specific application thermal environment.

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