M50-3500342 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The M50-3500342 is a rectangular connector header manufactured by Harwin Inc., designed for 1.27mm pitch applications with 6-position capacity. This component is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of functionally equivalent alternatives for ongoing design and procurement requirements. The part maintains ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, with unlimited moisture sensitivity rating (MSL 1).

Substiute Parts

M50-3500342

Harwin Inc.In Stock: 1185M50-3500342 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

M50-3500542

Harwin Inc.In Stock: 7388M50-3500542 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The M50-3500542 qualifies as a manufacturer-recommended substitute based on the following critical parameters:

• Pitch Compatibility: Both parts maintain 0.050" (1.27mm) mating pitch, ensuring mechanical and electrical interchangeability at the interface level
• Connector Type: Both are header connectors within the rectangular connector category
• Compliance Alignment: Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance, REACH unaffected status, and identical MSL rating (1)
• Regulatory Classification: Both share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS codes
• Manufacturer Consistency: Both manufactured by Harwin Inc., ensuring design continuity and supply chain reliability

The M50-3500542 represents an active product within the Archer M50 series, providing long-term availability and supply security compared to the obsolete M50-3500342.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The M50-3500542 is the manufacturer-designated substitute for the obsolete M50-3500342. Selection of the M50-3500542 is supported by:

• Product Status: The M50-3500542 maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturing support
• Compliance Continuity: Both parts maintain identical RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected designations, eliminating regulatory substitution barriers
• Supply Security: The M50-3500542 maintains inventory of 7,311 pieces in stock, compared to the limited remaining inventory of the obsolete M50-3500342
• Series Alignment: The M50-3500542 belongs to the Archer M50 series, representing the current product line continuation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the M50-3500542 directly replace the M50-3500342 in existing designs?

A: The M50-3500542 shares identical mating pitch (1.27mm) and connector category classification. Compatibility depends on specific position count and row configuration requirements of the original application. The M50-3500542 is specified as a 10-position, 2-row configuration, which may differ from the original 6-position M50-3500342 application requirements.

Q: Are there compliance concerns when substituting these parts?

A: No compliance concerns exist. Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance, REACH unaffected status, and identical MSL ratings. Regulatory classification (ECCN and HTSUS) remains unchanged.

Q: What is the primary advantage of selecting the M50-3500542?

A: The M50-3500542 is an active product with established supply chain availability, whereas the M50-3500342 is obsolete. This ensures long-term procurement reliability and manufacturing support.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The M50-3500342 packaging is not specified in available documentation. The M50-3500542 is supplied in bulk packaging format.