FH10A-30S-1SHB Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FH10A-30S-1SHB is a 30-position FFC/FPC connector manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, designed for surface mount right-angle applications with 1.00mm pitch contacts. This connector features a slide lock mechanism, zero insertion force (ZIF) design, and top-contact configuration suitable for flat flexible cable termination.

The FH10A-30S-1SHB is classified as obsolete. Equivalent and substitute parts are necessary to maintain design continuity and ensure component availability for new production runs and field replacements.

Key Parameters

Parameter	FH10A-30S-1SHB
Manufacturer	Hirose Electric Co Ltd
Number of Positions	30
Pitch	0.039" (1.00mm)
Connector Type	FFC, FPC - Contacts, Top
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle
Termination	Solder
FFC/FCB Thickness	0.30mm
Height Above Board	0.118" (3.00mm)
Locking Feature	Slide Lock
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Housing Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Voltage Rating	50V
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 85°C
Current Rating	0.5A
Material Flammability	UL94 V-0
Product Status	Obsolete
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the FH10A-30S-1SHB is determined by the following critical parameters:

Number of Positions: 30 (exact match required)
Pitch: 0.039" (1.00mm) (exact match required)
Connector Type: FFC/FPC with top-contact configuration (exact match required)
Mounting Type: Surface Mount (exact match required)
Termination: Solder (exact match required)
FFC/FCB Thickness: 0.30mm (exact match required)
Locking Feature: Slide Lock (exact match required)
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze (exact match required)

Substitute parts are grouped into two categories based on mounting orientation:

Category 1: Right-Angle Top-Contact Substitutes

3-487951-0 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors)
3-84953-0 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors)

These parts maintain the right-angle, top-contact configuration of the original FH10A-30S-1SHB.

Category 2: Vertical-Contact Alternatives

SFW30S-2STE1LF (Amphenol ICC / FCI)
SFW30S-2STME1LF (Amphenol ICC / FCI)

These parts feature vertical-contact configuration and represent functional alternatives where board layout permits vertical mounting orientation.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	FH10A-30S-1SHB	3-487951-0	3-84953-0	SFW30S-2STE1LF	SFW30S-2STME1LF
Manufacturer	Hirose Electric	TE Connectivity AMP	TE Connectivity AMP	Amphenol ICC (FCI)	Amphenol ICC (FCI)
Number of Positions	30	30	30	30	30
Pitch	0.039" (1.00mm)	0.039" (1.00mm)	0.039" (1.00mm)	0.039" (1.00mm)	0.039" (1.00mm)
Connector Type	FFC, FPC - Top	FPC - Top	FPC - Top	FFC, FPC - Vertical	FFC, FPC - Vertical
Mounting Type	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount, Right Angle	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Kinked Pin	Solder
FFC/FCB Thickness	0.30mm	0.30mm	0.30mm	0.30mm	0.33mm
Height Above Board	0.118" (3.00mm)	0.101" (2.56mm)	0.101" (2.56mm)	0.209" (5.30mm)	0.209" (5.30mm)
Locking Feature	Slide Lock	Slide Lock	Slide Lock	None	None
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Solder Plating	Tin-Lead	Tin	Tin	Tin
Housing Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled
Voltage Rating	50V	200V	200V	100V	100V
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	0.5A	1A	1A	1A	1A
Material Flammability	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Direct Right-Angle Top-Contact Replacement:

The 3-84953-0 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors) is the primary recommended substitute for the FH10A-30S-1SHB. This part maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering active product status and RoHS3 compliance. The 3-84953-0 features improved voltage rating (200V vs. 50V) and current capacity (1A vs. 0.5A), providing enhanced performance margins. Inventory availability is substantial at 14,354 pieces.

The 3-487951-0 (TE Connectivity AMP Connectors) is an alternative right-angle substitute with active product status. This part is RoHS non-compliant and features tin-lead contact finish. Inventory availability is 870 pieces.

For Vertical-Contact Mounting Orientation:

The SFW30S-2STME1LF (Amphenol ICC / FCI) is recommended where vertical mounting orientation is acceptable. This part maintains solder termination, RoHS compliance, and extended operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 105°C). The absence of a slide lock mechanism and increased height above board (5.30mm vs. 3.00mm) require board layout verification. Inventory availability is 3,932 pieces.

The SFW30S-2STE1LF (Amphenol ICC / FCI) features kinked pin termination and is suitable for applications where this termination style is compatible. RoHS compliance and extended temperature range are provided. Inventory availability is 4,825 pieces.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 3-84953-0 be used as a direct replacement for FH10A-30S-1SHB?

A: Yes. The 3-84953-0 maintains all critical parameters: 30 positions, 1.00mm pitch, FPC top-contact configuration, surface mount right-angle orientation, solder termination, 0.30mm FFC thickness, and slide lock mechanism. The part is active, RoHS3 compliant, and provides superior voltage and current ratings.

Q: What is the primary difference between 3-487951-0 and 3-84953-0?

A: Both are TE Connectivity AMP right-angle FPC top-contact connectors with identical mechanical and electrical specifications. The 3-84953-0 is RoHS3 compliant with tin contact finish, while 3-487951-0 is RoHS non-compliant with tin-lead contact finish. The 3-84953-0 is preferred for new designs requiring RoHS compliance.

Q: Can SFW30S-2STE1LF or SFW30S-2STME1LF replace the FH10A-30S-1SHB without board redesign?

A: No. These Amphenol ICC parts feature vertical-contact configuration versus the right-angle top-contact design of the FH10A-30S-1SHB. Height above board is significantly greater (5.30mm vs. 3.00mm). Board layout modification is required. These parts are suitable only where vertical mounting orientation is acceptable.

Q: What is the impact of the missing slide lock on SFW30S vertical-contact parts?

A: The SFW30S series lacks a slide lock mechanism. Cable retention relies on zero insertion force (ZIF) design and solder or kinked pin termination. Applications requiring mechanical slide lock retention must use the TE Connectivity AMP right-angle substitutes (3-487951-0 or 3-84953-0).

Q: Are there RoHS compliance considerations for substitute selection?

A: The FH10A-30S-1SHB is RoHS non-compliant. For new designs requiring RoHS compliance, the 3-84953-0, SFW30S-2STE1LF, and SFW30S-2STME1LF all meet RoHS requirements. The 3-487951-0 remains RoHS non-compliant.

Q: What is the significance of FFC/FCB thickness variation in SFW30S-2STME1LF?

A: The SFW30S-2STME1LF specifies 0.33mm FFC thickness versus 0.30mm for the original part. This represents a minor tolerance variation within typical FFC/FPC manufacturing ranges. Compatibility depends on specific cable specifications and connector cavity design.

Q: How do operating temperature ranges compare?

A: The FH10A-30S-1SHB operates -55°C ~ 85°C. The TE Connectivity AMP substitutes (3-487951-0, 3-84953-0) operate -40°C ~ 85°C, providing reduced low-temperature capability. The Amphenol ICC vertical-contact parts (SFW30S series) operate -55°C ~ 105°C, providing extended temperature range. Application temperature requirements must be verified.

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