MN114B Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MN114B is a 6.35mm (0.250", 1/4") stereo phone jack connector manufactured by Switchcraft Inc., designed for panel mount applications with through-hole solder eyelet termination. This connector accommodates three-conductor TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) audio signals and includes integrated switching functionality. The part is classified as Active product status with full RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected certification. Substitute parts are identified when they maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications while offering alternative packaging or inventory availability.

Substiute Parts

MN114B

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 777MN114B Datasheet

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MN114BX

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 1306MN114BX Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The MN114B and MN114BX are direct equivalents within the Hi-D JAX® MN-11* series. Substitution is valid based on identical specifications across all critical parameters: connector type (Phone Jack), gender (Female), signal configuration (Stereo TRS), mating diameter (6.35mm), contact count (3 Conductors, 5 Contacts), internal switch configuration (Two Switches), mounting method (Panel Mount, Through Hole), termination (Solder Eyelet), shielding (Unshielded), panel hole size (0.375"), thread size (3/8"-32), contact plating (Tin), housing material (Thermoplastic), and contact material (Brass). The primary distinction between these parts is packaging format: MN114B is supplied in standard packaging, while MN114BX is supplied in bulk packaging. Both maintain Active product status and full compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both MN114B and MN114BX are Active status products with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Selection between these parts should be based on packaging requirements and inventory availability. The MN114BX offers higher current inventory (1285 units versus 707 units) and bulk packaging format, suitable for high-volume production environments. The MN114B maintains standard packaging appropriate for lower-volume applications or mixed component orders. Both parts maintain full RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected certification, ensuring regulatory compliance across all applicable jurisdictions. No functional or performance differences exist between these equivalents.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MN114BX be used as a direct replacement for MN114B? A: Yes. MN114BX is a direct equivalent to MN114B. All electrical and mechanical parameters are identical, including connector type, signal configuration, mating diameter, contact count, switching configuration, mounting method, and termination type. The only difference is packaging format (bulk versus standard).

Q: What determines compatibility between MN114B and MN114BX? A: Compatibility is determined by matching specifications across all critical parameters: 6.35mm mating diameter, three-conductor TRS signal configuration, female gender, panel mount through-hole termination, 0.375" panel hole size, 3/8"-32 thread size, and two internal switches. Both parts meet these criteria identically.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between these parts? A: No. Both MN114B and MN114BX carry identical certifications: RoHS3 Compliant and REACH Unaffected status. No regulatory or compliance distinctions exist between these equivalents.

Q: What is the significance of packaging differences? A: Packaging format affects order quantity and handling procedures but does not impact electrical or mechanical function. Standard packaging (MN114B) is typical for component-level orders, while bulk packaging (MN114BX) is optimized for high-volume manufacturing environments requiring larger quantities per shipment.

Q: Are both parts currently available? A: Yes. Both MN114B (707 units) and MN114BX (1285 units) are listed as New Original In Stock. Inventory levels should be verified at time of procurement.