OSTVA030180 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The OSTVA030180 is a 3-position wire-to-board terminal block manufactured by On Shore Technology Inc., designed for horizontal PCB mounting with side entry configuration. This component operates at 15 A and 300 V, accommodating wire gauges from 14-22 AWG with screw-leaf spring termination and wire guard features. The part maintains active product status and is RoHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical ratings, mechanical compatibility, and functional specifications align with the original component's design parameters, enabling seamless integration in applications requiring terminal block connectivity.

Substiute Parts

OSTVA030180

On Shore Technology Inc.In Stock: 857OSTVA030180 Datasheet

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ED104/3DS

On-Shore TechnologyIn Stock: 4054ED104/3DS Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ED104/3DS qualifies as a direct substitute for the OSTVA030180 based on the following critical parameters:

• Electrical Compatibility: Both parts maintain identical current (15 A) and voltage (300 V) ratings, ensuring equivalent power handling capacity.
• Mechanical Configuration: Both feature 3 positions per level with 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch spacing, enabling direct PCB footprint compatibility.
• Wire Accommodation: Both accept 14-22 AWG wire gauges with identical screw-leaf spring and wire guard termination methods.
• Mounting Specification: Both utilize through-hole mounting with horizontal-with-board orientation.
• Operating Environment: Both support -30°C to 105°C temperature range and maintain M3 screw thread specification.
• Regulatory Compliance: Both are RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both OSTVA030180 and ED104/3DS maintain active product status with full RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected designation. Selection between these parts should be based on inventory availability and supply chain requirements. The OSTVA030180 currently maintains 836 units in stock, while ED104/3DS provides 4003 units, offering enhanced availability for high-volume applications. Both components satisfy identical electrical and mechanical specifications, supporting direct substitution without design modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ED104/3DS replace OSTVA030180 in existing designs? A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical ratings (15 A, 300 V), mechanical configuration (3 positions, 5mm pitch), wire accommodation (14-22 AWG), and mounting specifications (through-hole, horizontal orientation). Direct PCB footprint compatibility is maintained.

Q: Are there differences in housing material between these parts? A: The OSTVA030180 uses thermoplastic housing, while ED104/3DS uses polyamide (PA) nylon. Both materials support the identical operating temperature range (-30°C to 105°C) and maintain equivalent mechanical performance for this application.

Q: Do the screw torque specifications differ? A: Yes. OSTVA030180 specifies 0.4 Nm (3.5 Lb-In) torque, while ED104/3DS specifies 0.8 Nm (7.1 Lb-In). Both utilize M3 screw threads. Installation procedures should reference the specific part's torque specification.

Q: What is the inventory status for each part? A: OSTVA030180 has 836 units available. ED104/3DS has 4003 units available. For applications requiring immediate delivery or high-volume procurement, ED104/3DS offers superior stock availability.

Q: Are both parts compliant with current regulations? A: Both OSTVA030180 and ED104/3DS are RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component distribution and use.