ELFH12260 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELFH12260 is a 12-position terminal block header manufactured by Amphenol PCD, designed for vertical through-hole mounting with 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch spacing. This component features male pins with 2-side shrouding, rated for 15 A at 300 V (UL), and operates across -40°C to 105°C. The part is active in production and RoHS compliant. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified when component availability is limited, supply chain disruptions occur, or design flexibility permits mechanical or electrical parameter variations within acceptable tolerances.

Substiute Parts

ELFH12260

Amphenol PCDIn Stock: 879ELFH12260 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

0395316012

MolexIn Stock: 9350395316012 Datasheet

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1753631

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 8041753631 Datasheet

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1755833

Phoenix ContactIn Stock: 51011755833 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Position Count & Pitch: All substitute parts maintain 12 positions at 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch, ensuring PCB footprint compatibility.
• Orientation & Mounting: All parts are vertical through-hole headers, maintaining mechanical fit.
• Electrical Ratings: Substitute parts meet or exceed the 15 A / 300 V (UL) requirements of the main part.
• Shrouding Configuration: Substitutes vary between 2-side and 4-side shrouding; 4-side shrouding provides enhanced mechanical stability and is functionally compatible with 2-side designs.
• Termination & Contact Material: All parts use solder termination with tin-plated brass contacts.
• Compliance: All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance status.

Pitch tolerance variations (5.00mm vs. 5.08mm) represent minor mechanical differences within standard manufacturing tolerances and do not preclude substitution in most applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Direct Substitutes (Preferred)

1755833 (Phoenix Contact COMBICON MSTBVA) and 0395316012 (Molex Eurostyle ESE 39531) are the primary substitutes. Both maintain exact 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch spacing and 300 V UL voltage rating. The 1755833 offers 4-side shrouding with enhanced mechanical protection and is available in high inventory (5027 pcs). The 0395316012 provides equivalent electrical performance with 4-side shrouding and 873 pcs in stock. Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance, exceeding the RoHS Compliant status of the main part.

Secondary Substitute (Pitch Tolerance Consideration)

1753631 (Phoenix Contact COMBICON MSTBV) operates at 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch, representing a 0.08mm deviation from the main part specification. This part is suitable only when PCB layout permits minor pitch tolerance accommodation. Current rating is 12 A (UL), below the 15 A specification of ELFH12260. This part is available in 779 pcs inventory and carries ROHS3 compliance.

Compliance & Availability

All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance status. The 1755833 provides the highest inventory availability (5027 pcs) and is recommended for applications requiring immediate supply assurance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 0395316012 (Molex) directly replace ELFH12260 in the same PCB footprint?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain identical 12-position, 0.200" (5.08mm) pitch vertical through-hole configuration. The 4-side shrouding of the Molex part provides additional mechanical stability compared to the 2-side shrouding of the Amphenol part. Insulation height and contact tail length are within acceptable manufacturing tolerances.

Q: What is the impact of using 1755833 (Phoenix Contact) with 4-side shrouding instead of 2-side shrouding?

A: 4-side shrouding enhances mechanical robustness and provides improved strain relief. The part maintains identical pitch, position count, and electrical ratings. No functional degradation occurs; the substitution represents a design improvement in mechanical protection.

Q: Is 1753631 (Phoenix Contact) with 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch compatible with ELFH12260 footprints?

A: Compatibility depends on PCB layout tolerance. The 0.08mm pitch deviation may exceed design margins in high-density layouts. Additionally, the 12 A current rating is below the 15 A specification of ELFH12260. This part is suitable only when application current requirements do not exceed 12 A and PCB pitch tolerance accommodates the variation.

Q: Do all substitute parts meet the same compliance standards as ELFH12260?

A: All substitute parts maintain UL94 V-0 flammability rating and RoHS compliance. Molex and Phoenix Contact parts carry ROHS3 certification, which exceeds the RoHS Compliant status of the Amphenol part. All parts are rated for -40°C to 105°C operation or equivalent thermal ranges.

Q: Which substitute part offers the best supply availability?

A: 1755833 (Phoenix Contact) provides the highest inventory level at 5027 pcs in stock, followed by 0395316012 (Molex) at 873 pcs and 1753631 (Phoenix Contact) at 779 pcs.