Equivalent & Substitute Parts: N-PA(43)

Part Overview

The N-PA(43) is a coaxial connector adapter manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, classified within the Coaxial Connectors (RF) category. This component functions as an adapter for coaxial connector applications. The part carries an obsolete product status, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives to maintain supply chain continuity and ensure availability for new designs and replacement applications.

Substiute Parts

N-PA(43)

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 973N-PA(43) Datasheet

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N-PA(42)

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 1099N-PA(42) Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The N-PA(42) is identified as a direct substitute for the N-PA(43) based on the following substitution criteria:

Manufacturer Consistency: Both parts are manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, ensuring design compatibility and quality standards alignment.

Category Alignment: Both components belong to the Coaxial Connectors (RF) category, confirming functional equivalence within the same product family.

Regulatory and Compliance Parity: Both parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4010) classifications, indicating equivalent export control and tariff treatment.

Moisture Sensitivity Equivalence: Both parts maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, confirming identical moisture handling requirements and storage conditions.

Base Product Number: Both parts reference N-PA as the base product number, confirming they belong to the same product line and design family.

The N-PA(42) maintains active product status, providing assured long-term availability compared to the obsolete N-PA(43).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Obsolescence Mitigation: The N-PA(42) is the designated substitute for the N-PA(43). Selection of the N-PA(42) eliminates obsolescence risk by transitioning to an active product with confirmed long-term manufacturer support.

For Regulatory Compliance: Both parts maintain identical ECCN and HTSUS classifications, ensuring no change to export control or tariff obligations. The N-PA(42) carries explicit RoHS Compliance certification, meeting current environmental regulatory requirements.

For Supply Chain Continuity: Current inventory of N-PA(42) (1079 Pcs) exceeds N-PA(43) availability (929 Pcs), providing superior supply assurance for immediate and future procurement requirements.

For New Designs: The N-PA(42) active status qualifies it as the appropriate selection for new circuit designs, prototypes, and production builds requiring long-term component availability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the N-PA(42) directly replace the N-PA(43) in existing applications?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical manufacturer, category classification, regulatory codes (ECCN and HTSUS), and moisture sensitivity ratings. The N-PA(42) is the designated substitute for the obsolete N-PA(43).

Q: What is the primary reason to transition from N-PA(43) to N-PA(42)?

A: The N-PA(43) carries obsolete product status, indicating discontinued manufacturing and limited remaining inventory. The N-PA(42) maintains active status with assured availability and manufacturer support.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between these parts?

A: No. Both parts carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4010) classifications. The N-PA(42) includes explicit RoHS Compliance certification, meeting current environmental standards.

Q: What packaging format is available for the N-PA(42)?

A: The N-PA(42) is supplied in Bulk packaging configuration.

Q: How do the inventory levels compare?

A: N-PA(42) inventory is 1079 Pcs (New Original In Stock), compared to N-PA(43) inventory of 929 Pcs. The N-PA(42) provides greater supply availability.

Q: Are the moisture sensitivity requirements identical?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, requiring identical storage and handling conditions with no moisture sensitivity constraints.