MTSW-103-10-G-S-430-RA Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MTSW-103-10-G-S-430-RA is a rectangular connector header manufactured by Samtec Inc., classified within the Flex Stack MTSW series. This through-hole, right-angle connector features 3 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch and is designed for board-to-board or cable applications. The part is currently active in production with 693 units in stock. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained across the connector family, ensuring functional interchangeability within the same application context.

Substiute Parts

Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Manufacturer Samtec Inc.
Series Flex Stack, MTSW
Connector Type Header, Cuttable
Contact Type Male Pin
Pitch - Mating 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions 3
Number of Rows 1
Mounting Type Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination Solder
Contact Length - Mating 0.430" (10.92mm)
Contact Length - Post 0.090" (2.29mm)
Insulation Height 0.119" (3.02mm)
Contact Shape Square
Contact Finish - Mating Gold
Contact Material Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material Polyester, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature -55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating 3A
Material Flammability Rating UL94 V-0
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the MTSW-103-10-G-S-430-RA are determined by equivalence across the following critical parameters:

  • Manufacturer: Samtec Inc.
  • Series: Flex Stack, MTSW
  • Connector Type: Header, Cuttable
  • Contact Type: Male Pin
  • Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
  • Number of Positions: 3
  • Number of Rows: 1
  • Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
  • Termination: Solder
  • Contact Length - Mating: 0.430" (10.92mm)
  • Contact Length - Post: 0.090" (2.29mm)
  • Insulation Height: 0.119" (3.02mm)
  • Contact Shape: Square
  • Contact Finish - Mating: Gold
  • Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze
  • Insulation Material: Polyester, Glass Filled
  • Operating Temperature: -55°C ~ 125°C
  • Current Rating: 3A
  • Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
  • RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
  • Product Status: Active

All identified substitute parts maintain these parameters without deviation, confirming direct functional and mechanical interchangeability.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter MTSW-103-10-G-S-430-RA MTSW-103-12-G-S-430-RA MTSW-103-09-G-S-430-RA MTSW-103-11-G-S-430-RE
Manufacturer Samtec Inc. Samtec Inc. Samtec Inc. Samtec Inc.
Series Flex Stack, MTSW Flex Stack, MTSW Flex Stack, MTSW Flex Stack, MTSW
Connector Type Header, Cuttable Header, Cuttable Header, Cuttable Header, Cuttable
Contact Type Male Pin Male Pin Male Pin Male Pin
Pitch - Mating 0.100" (2.54mm) 0.100" (2.54mm) 0.100" (2.54mm) 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Positions 3 3 3 3
Number of Rows 1 1 1 1
Mounting Type Through Hole, Right Angle Through Hole, Right Angle Through Hole, Right Angle Through Hole, Right Angle
Termination Solder Solder Solder Solder
Contact Length - Mating 0.430" (10.92mm) 0.430" (10.92mm) 0.430" (10.92mm) 0.430" (10.92mm)
Contact Length - Post 0.090" (2.29mm) 0.090" (2.29mm) 0.090" (2.29mm) 0.090" (2.29mm)
Insulation Height 0.119" (3.02mm) 0.119" (3.02mm) 0.119" (3.02mm) 0.119" (3.02mm)
Contact Shape Square Square Square Square
Contact Finish - Mating Gold Gold Gold Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating 10.0µin (0.25µm) 10.0µin (0.25µm) 10.0µin (0.25µm) 10.0µin (0.25µm)
Contact Finish - Post Gold Gold Gold Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Post 3.00µin (0.076µm) 3.00µin (0.076µm) 3.00µin (0.076µm) 3.00µin (0.076µm)
Contact Material Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material Polyester, Glass Filled Polyester, Glass Filled Polyester, Glass Filled Polyester, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature -55°C ~ 125°C -55°C ~ 125°C -55°C ~ 125°C -55°C ~ 125°C
Current Rating 3A 3A 3A 3A
Material Flammability Rating UL94 V-0 UL94 V-0 UL94 V-0 UL94 V-0
Insulation Color Black Black Black Black
RoHS Status ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status Active Active Active Active
Inventory Status 693 Pcs New Original In Stock 1104 Pcs New Original In Stock 886 Pcs New Original In Stock 1068 Pcs New Original In Stock

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts—MTSW-103-12-G-S-430-RA, MTSW-103-09-G-S-430-RA, and MTSW-103-11-G-S-430-RE—maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the primary part MTSW-103-10-G-S-430-RA. Each part is active in production status, ROHS3 compliant, and carries the UL94 V-0 flammability rating. Selection among these interchangeable parts may be based on inventory availability, as all parts are currently in stock with varying quantities. No technical differentiation exists between these parts based on the provided parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are these parts electrically interchangeable? A: Yes. All substitute parts maintain identical electrical specifications including 3A current rating, operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C, and contact material composition (Phosphor Bronze with gold plating).

Q: What are the mechanical differences between these parts? A: There are no mechanical differences. All parts share identical pitch (0.100" / 2.54mm), position count (3), mounting type (through-hole right-angle), contact lengths, and insulation dimensions.

Q: Can I use these parts interchangeably in my PCB design? A: Yes. All parts are functionally equivalent and can be used interchangeably without design modification. They share the same footprint, mounting orientation, and solder termination specifications.

Q: Are all parts RoHS compliant? A: Yes. All parts listed are ROHS3 compliant and carry the UL94 V-0 flammability rating.

Q: Which part should I select if multiple are available? A: Selection may be based on inventory availability and lead time. MTSW-103-12-G-S-430-RA currently has the highest inventory (1104 units), followed by MTSW-103-11-G-S-430-RE (1068 units) and MTSW-103-09-G-S-430-RA (886 units). All parts are functionally identical.

Q: What is the base product number for this family? A: The base product number is MTSW-103, which encompasses all variants listed in this reference.

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