H3486-42 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The H3486-42 is a pin receptacle connector manufactured by Harwin Inc., designed to accept pin diameters of 0.079" to 0.091" (2.00mm to 2.30mm) with surface mount termination. This component is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of active equivalent parts to maintain design continuity and ensure procurement availability for new production runs and field service applications.

Substiute Parts

H3486-42

Harwin Inc.In Stock: 962H3486-42 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

H3492-01

Harwin Inc.In Stock: 2427H3492-01 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The H3492-01 qualifies as a direct substitute for the H3486-42 based on the following critical parameters:

Pin acceptance range: Both components accept 0.079" ~ 0.091" (2.00mm ~ 2.30mm) pin diameters, ensuring mechanical compatibility with existing mating connectors and cable assemblies.

Socket depth: Both maintain 0.161" (4.09mm) socket depth, preserving insertion depth specifications for circuit board layouts.

Contact material and finish: Both use beryllium copper with gold plating, maintaining electrical performance and corrosion resistance characteristics.

Operating temperature range: Both operate across -55°C ~ 125°C, ensuring thermal compatibility in equivalent application environments.

Insertion force: Both specify 3.00N ~ 6.00N insertion force, maintaining consistent mating and unmating characteristics.

Compliance certifications: Both are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory requirements.

The primary difference is termination method: H3486-42 uses surface mount termination, while H3492-01 uses solder termination. This distinction requires evaluation based on circuit board assembly process and design requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The H3492-01 is the active equivalent part for the obsolete H3486-42. Both components meet ROHS3 compliance and REACH requirements, ensuring regulatory alignment for current manufacturing standards.

Selection between these parts depends on termination method compatibility with your circuit board assembly process. The H3486-42 surface mount termination requires SMT reflow processes, while the H3492-01 solder termination accommodates wave soldering or manual solder application. The H3492-01 offers additional availability advantage with 2326 pieces in stock versus the H3486-42 obsolete status.

The increased overall length of H3492-01 (0.315" versus 0.236") must be evaluated against circuit board layout constraints and component spacing requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can H3492-01 directly replace H3486-42 in existing designs?

A: Electrical and mechanical compatibility is confirmed through matching pin acceptance ranges, socket depth, contact materials, and operating temperature specifications. Physical layout must be verified due to the 0.079" (2.00mm) difference in overall length and the transition from surface mount to solder termination.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The H3486-42 uses surface mount termination for reflow soldering processes, while the H3492-01 uses solder tail termination for wave soldering or manual solder application. Both maintain identical electrical performance characteristics.

Q: Are both parts compliant with current regulations?

A: Yes. Both H3486-42 and H3492-01 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing and distribution.

Q: Why is the H3486-42 listed as obsolete?

A: The H3486-42 is obsolete, indicating it is no longer in active production. The H3492-01 serves as the active production equivalent, ensuring continued availability for new designs and production requirements.

Q: Does insertion force differ between these parts?

A: No. Both parts specify identical insertion force of 3.00N ~ 6.00N, ensuring consistent mating and unmating characteristics in connector applications.