GAX-2-88 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GAX-2-88 is a modular jack connector manufactured by Kycon, Inc., designed for 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) applications. This through-hole mounted connector features a 90° right-angle orientation with unshielded construction and board lock functionality. The part is currently active in production with 761 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling component interchangeability in applications where the primary part is unavailable or procurement constraints exist.

Substiute Parts

GAX-2-88

Kycon, Inc.In Stock: 779GAX-2-88 Datasheet

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A00-216-660-450

Mercury United Electronics, Inc.In Stock: 1069A00-216-660-450 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the GAX-2-88 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

• Connector type: Jack
• Contact configuration: 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)
• Port count: 2
• Mounting method: Through hole
• Orientation: 90° right angle
• Termination method: Solder
• Shielding classification: Unshielded
• Contact material composition: Phosphor bronze
• Contact finish: Gold plating
• Housing material: Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
• Functional feature: Board lock

The substitute part A00-216-660-450 meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters required for direct substitution in applications originally specified for the GAX-2-88.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the GAX-2-88 and A00-216-660-450 are active production parts with full RoHS compliance certifications. The GAX-2-88 carries RoHS Compliant status, while the A00-216-660-450 carries ROHS3 Compliant status, indicating enhanced environmental compliance. Both parts meet the electrical and mechanical requirements for 8p8c modular jack applications with identical contact configurations, mounting methods, and termination approaches.

The A00-216-660-450 is available in higher inventory (995 units) compared to the GAX-2-88 (761 units), and is supplied in bulk packaging. The housing material composition of the A00-216-660-450 includes glass-filled polyester in addition to PBT, which may provide enhanced mechanical properties in specific thermal or mechanical stress environments.

Tab direction differs between the two parts (up versus down), which may affect board layout considerations depending on the application's mechanical constraints and connector orientation requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the A00-216-660-450 be used as a direct replacement for the GAX-2-88?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical specifications for 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) jack connectors with 90° right-angle orientation, through-hole mounting, solder termination, and board lock functionality. Both are unshielded with phosphor bronze contacts finished in gold plating.

Q: What is the significance of the tab direction difference?

A: Tab direction (up versus down) affects the physical orientation of the connector's locking mechanism on the printed circuit board. This difference may impact board layout and mechanical clearance requirements. Verify that the connector orientation aligns with the application's physical design constraints.

Q: Are there compliance differences between these parts?

A: The GAX-2-88 is RoHS Compliant, while the A00-216-660-450 is ROHS3 Compliant. ROHS3 represents a more recent compliance standard. Both parts meet environmental regulatory requirements for their respective certifications.

Q: Does the housing material composition affect electrical performance?

A: The A00-216-660-450 housing includes glass-filled polyester in addition to PBT, compared to the GAX-2-88 which uses PBT alone. This composition difference does not affect electrical performance for standard 8p8c Ethernet applications but may provide enhanced mechanical durability in specific thermal or mechanical stress conditions.

Q: What packaging differences exist between these parts?

A: The GAX-2-88 is supplied in tray packaging, while the A00-216-660-450 is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging selection may affect handling, storage, and procurement logistics but does not impact electrical or mechanical compatibility.