HIF3BA-26P-2.54W Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HIF3BA-26P-2.54W is a rectangular connector header manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, designed for through-hole mounting applications. This connector features 26 positions arranged in 2 rows with 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch spacing, wire wrap termination, and shrouded 4-wall construction with latch lock/eject hooks. The main part is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent parts essential for ongoing production and maintenance applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer	Hirose Electric Co Ltd
Series	HIF3B
Connector Type	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	26
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Wire Wrap
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Fastening Type	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks
Insulation Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Contact Material	Brass
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 85°C
Voltage Rating	200V
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The HIF3BA-26P-2.54W(63) qualifies as a direct substitute based on the following critical parameters:

Matching Parameters:

Identical connector type (Header), contact type (Male Pin), and position count (26 positions in 2 rows)
Identical pitch spacing (0.100" / 2.54mm) and row spacing (0.100" / 2.54mm)
Identical mounting type (Through Hole), termination method (Wire Wrap), and shrouding configuration (Shrouded - 4 Wall)
Identical fastening type (Latch Lock/Eject Hooks)
Identical insulation material (PBT), contact material (Brass), and insulation color (Black)
Identical operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 85°C) and voltage rating (200V)
Identical material flammability rating (UL94 V-0), RoHS compliance status, and MSL rating (1)
Identical keying slot feature

Distinguishing Factor: The primary distinction is product status: HIF3BA-26P-2.54W is obsolete, while HIF3BA-26P-2.54W(63) is active. The packaging differs (tray for the substitute versus unspecified for the main part). The substitute part number includes a suffix designation (63) indicating a specific packaging or manufacturing variant.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	HIF3BA-26P-2.54W (Main)	HIF3BA-26P-2.54W(63) (Substitute)
Manufacturer	Hirose Electric Co Ltd	Hirose Electric Co Ltd
Series	HIF3B	HIF3B
Product Status	Obsolete	Active
Connector Type	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	26	26
Number of Rows	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Wire Wrap	Wire Wrap
Shrouding	Shrouded - 4 Wall	Shrouded - 4 Wall
Fastening Type	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks	Latch Lock/Eject Hooks
Contact Material	Brass	Brass
Insulation Material	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Insulation Color	Black	Black
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C ~ 85°C	-55°C ~ 85°C
Voltage Rating	200V	200V
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Features	Keying Slot	Keying Slot

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The HIF3BA-26P-2.54W(63) is the direct equivalent for the obsolete HIF3BA-26P-2.54W. Both parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters. The substitute part is currently in active production status with confirmed inventory availability (930 pcs), whereas the main part is obsolete with limited remaining stock (841 pcs).

Both parts satisfy identical compliance requirements: RoHS compliance, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity classification. The electrical performance characteristics—200V voltage rating and wire wrap termination—are preserved in the substitute.

The packaging difference (tray for the substitute) does not affect functional compatibility. Selection between these parts should be based on procurement availability and supply chain requirements, with preference for the active part number HIF3BA-26P-2.54W(63) for new designs and ongoing production.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can HIF3BA-26P-2.54W(63) be used as a direct replacement for HIF3BA-26P-2.54W?

A: Yes. Both parts are functionally identical across all electrical and mechanical parameters. The substitute is the active production equivalent of the obsolete main part.

Q: What is the significance of the (63) suffix in the part number?

A: The (63) suffix indicates a specific packaging variant. The substitute is supplied in tray packaging, whereas the main part packaging is unspecified. This does not affect connector performance or compatibility.

Q: Are there any differences in contact specifications between these parts?

A: The contact material (Brass), contact type (Male Pin), and contact shape (Square) are identical. Contact finish specifications for the main part include gold plating at 8.00µin (0.203µm) on mating surfaces; corresponding specifications for the substitute are not provided in available data.

Q: Do both parts meet the same compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both parts are RoHS compliant, carry UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and have MSL 1 moisture sensitivity classification.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these connectors?

A: Both parts operate across -55°C to 85°C, suitable for industrial and commercial applications.

Q: Are these connectors suitable for wire wrap termination applications?

A: Yes. Both parts are specifically designed for wire wrap termination and include latch lock/eject hook fastening for secure mating.

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