OSTEX060000 Terminal Block Header - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The OSTEX060000 is a 6-position terminal block header manufactured by On Shore Technology Inc., designed for vertical solder mounting applications. This component features male pins with partial shroud protection and operates across a temperature range of -30°C to 105°C with a rated voltage of 300V UL. The part maintains active product status with 1064 units currently in stock. Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to support procurement flexibility, inventory management, and supply chain continuity for applications requiring compatible 6-position terminal block headers with matching electrical and mechanical specifications.

Substiute Parts

OSTEX060000

On Shore Technology Inc.In Stock: 1095OSTEX060000 Datasheet

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1838250000

WeidmüllerIn Stock: 12431838250000 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the OSTEX060000 are identified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Number of positions: 6 positions required
• Header orientation: Vertical mounting configuration
• Pitch tolerance: 0.197" (5.00mm) nominal, with 0.200" (5.08mm) acceptable within standard manufacturing tolerances for terminal block applications
• Voltage rating: Minimum 300V UL compliance
• Mounting method: Solder or through-hole termination
• Operating temperature range: Overlap with -30°C to 105°C specification
• Product status: Active components only

The Weidmüller 1838250000 qualifies as a substitute based on matching position count, vertical orientation, compatible pitch specification (5.08mm vs. 5.00mm), equivalent voltage rating (300V UL), and active product status. The pitch variance of 0.008" (0.08mm) falls within acceptable tolerances for terminal block header applications and does not prevent functional substitution in standard PCB layouts.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the OSTEX060000 and 1838250000 maintain active product status with current inventory availability. Selection between these components should be based on specific application requirements:

OSTEX060000 (Primary): Solder mounting configuration with brass housing and partial shroud design. Operates across -30°C to 105°C temperature range. ROHS3 compliant. Suitable for applications requiring direct PCB solder attachment with standard thermal performance.

1838250000 (Weidmüller Substitute): Through-hole mounting with liquid crystal polymer (LCP) glass-filled housing and full 4-side shroud protection. Operates across -50°C to 100°C temperature range. RoHS compliant with enhanced mechanical protection. Suitable for applications requiring through-hole assembly, extended low-temperature operation to -50°C, or increased shroud protection. Higher insulation height (12.00mm vs. 3.30mm) accommodates applications with greater clearance requirements.

Both components meet 300V UL voltage requirements and maintain REACH unaffected status. Pitch variance (5.08mm vs. 5.00mm) is within standard manufacturing tolerances for terminal block applications and does not prevent PCB layout compatibility in most designs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Weidmüller 1838250000 directly replace the OSTEX060000 on existing PCBs?

A: Direct replacement requires PCB layout verification. The pitch difference of 0.008" (0.08mm) and higher insulation height (12.00mm vs. 3.30mm) may require layout adjustment. Through-hole mounting on the Weidmüller part differs from solder mounting on the OSTEX060000, necessitating via placement confirmation.

Q: What is the significance of the pitch tolerance difference between 5.00mm and 5.08mm?

A: The 0.08mm variance represents standard manufacturing tolerance in terminal block production. For 6-position headers, the cumulative tolerance across all positions remains within acceptable PCB design margins for most applications. Layout verification is recommended for high-density designs.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The OSTEX060000 is ROHS3 compliant, and the Weidmüller 1838250000 is RoHS compliant. Both meet current environmental compliance requirements.

Q: What are the key differences in shroud design?

A: The OSTEX060000 features partial shroud protection, while the Weidmüller 1838250000 provides full 4-side shroud protection. The Weidmüller design offers enhanced mechanical protection and higher insulation height (12.00mm), suitable for applications requiring increased component isolation.

Q: How do the operating temperature ranges compare?

A: The OSTEX060000 operates from -30°C to 105°C, while the Weidmüller 1838250000 operates from -50°C to 100°C. The Weidmüller part supports lower minimum temperatures (-50°C vs. -30°C), beneficial for cold-environment applications. The OSTEX060000 supports higher maximum temperature (105°C vs. 100°C).

Q: What mounting method differences exist between these parts?

A: The OSTEX060000 uses solder mounting for direct PCB attachment. The Weidmüller 1838250000 uses through-hole mounting, requiring via placement on the PCB. Selection depends on assembly process capability and PCB design requirements.

Q: Are both parts currently available?

A: Yes. The OSTEX060000 has 1064 units in stock, and the Weidmüller 1838250000 has 1191 units in stock, both listed as new original inventory.