MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA is a rectangular connector header manufactured by Samtec Inc., part of the Flex Stack MTSW series. This through-hole, right-angle connector is designed for board-to-board or cable applications with 5 positions at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch. The part is currently active in production with 1,131 pieces in stock. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to support design flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity for applications requiring compatible rectangular connector headers with identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer	Samtec Inc.
Series	Flex Stack, MTSW
Connector Type	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	5
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Contact Length - Mating	0.730" (18.54mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.090" (2.29mm)
Insulation Height	0.119" (3.02mm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Tin
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	3A
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Manufacturer: Samtec Inc.
Series: Flex Stack, MTSW
Connector Type: Header, Cuttable
Contact Type: Male Pin
Number of Positions: 5
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
Contact Length - Mating: 0.730" (18.54mm)
Contact Length - Post: 0.090" (2.29mm)
Insulation Height: 0.119" (3.02mm)
Contact Material: Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish: Tin
Insulation Material: Polyester, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature: -55°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating: 3A
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant

The identified substitute part maintains identical specifications across all electrical, mechanical, and environmental parameters, ensuring direct functional interchangeability in applications requiring this connector header configuration.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA	MTSW-105-12-T-S-730-RA
Manufacturer	Samtec Inc.	Samtec Inc.
Series	Flex Stack, MTSW	Flex Stack, MTSW
Connector Type	Header, Cuttable	Header, Cuttable
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	5	5
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Contact Length - Mating	0.730" (18.54mm)	0.730" (18.54mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)
Insulation Height	0.119" (3.02mm)	0.119" (3.02mm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Tin	Tin
Insulation Material	Polyester, Glass Filled	Polyester, Glass Filled
Operating Temperature	-55°C ~ 105°C	-55°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	3A	3A
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Active	Active
Inventory	1,131 Pcs	968 Pcs

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA and MTSW-105-12-T-S-730-RA are active production parts from Samtec Inc. with identical electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications. Both parts are ROHS3 compliant and carry UL94 V-0 material flammability certification, meeting regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial applications.

Selection between these parts should be based on inventory availability and supply chain requirements. The MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA currently maintains higher inventory levels at 1,131 pieces, while the MTSW-105-12-T-S-730-RA has 968 pieces available. Both parts are functionally equivalent for applications requiring a 5-position, 0.100" pitch, through-hole right-angle connector header with 3A current rating and -55°C to 105°C operating temperature range.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are MTSW-105-28-T-S-730-RA and MTSW-105-12-T-S-730-RA directly interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical specifications across all electrical, mechanical, and environmental parameters. They are functionally equivalent and can be used interchangeably in applications requiring a 5-position, 0.100" pitch, through-hole right-angle connector header.

Q: What determines substitution eligibility for this connector header?

A: Substitution is based on equivalence across manufacturer, series, connector type, contact type, number of positions, mating pitch, mounting type, contact dimensions, insulation specifications, contact material and finish, operating temperature range, current rating, and compliance certifications.

Q: Are there any differences in packaging or handling between these parts?

A: Both parts are supplied in bulk packaging. No differences in handling or storage requirements exist between the two part numbers.

Q: What is the significance of the part number suffix differences?

A: The part numbers differ in their internal designation codes, but these differences do not affect electrical or mechanical performance. Both parts conform to identical Flex Stack MTSW series specifications.

Q: Can these connectors be used in high-temperature applications?

A: Yes. Both parts are rated for operating temperatures from -55°C to 105°C, supporting applications across industrial temperature ranges.

Q: What is the current-carrying capacity of these connector headers?

A: Both parts are rated for 3A per contact, suitable for low to moderate current applications in board-to-board and cable interconnect designs.

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