RJSNE538N08 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RJSNE538N08 is a shielded modular jack connector manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) connector features a 90° right-angle orientation with through-hole solder termination and integrated EMI shielding with finger contacts. The connector includes board lock functionality and dual-color LED indicators (Green/Red and Green/Yellow options).

The RJSNE538N08 carries an obsolete product status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts ensures design continuity and maintains supply chain reliability for applications requiring this connector specification.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Jack
Contact Configuration	8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)
Number of Ports	8
Number of Rows	2
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Orientation	90° Angle (Right)
Termination Method	Solder
Shielding	Shielded, EMI Finger
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Gold, 50.0µin (1.27µm)
Housing Material	Thermoplastic
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 85°C
LED Color Options	Green, Red - Green, Yellow
Tab Direction	Up and Down
RoHS Compliance	Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the RJSNE538N08 is based on electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence within the modular connector category. The substitute part must satisfy the following criteria:

Electrical Parameters:

8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) contact configuration
Shielded design with EMI finger contacts
Gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts with 50.0µin (1.27µm) finish thickness
Operating temperature range of -40°C ~ 85°C

Mechanical Parameters:

Through-hole solder termination
90° right-angle orientation
Two-row contact arrangement (8 ports)
Thermoplastic housing
Up and down tab direction
Dual-color LED indicator support

Compliance Parameters:

RoHS compliant status

The RJSAE538N08 meets all specified electrical, mechanical, and compliance parameters, establishing it as a direct functional equivalent to the obsolete RJSNE538N08.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	RJSNE538N08 (Main Part)	RJSAE538N08 (Substitute)	Match Status
Connector Type	Jack	Jack	Identical
Contact Configuration	8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)	8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)	Identical
Number of Ports	8	8	Identical
Number of Rows	2	2	Identical
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Identical
Orientation	90° Angle (Right)	90° Angle (Right)	Identical
Termination Method	Solder	Solder	Identical
Shielding	Shielded, EMI Finger	Shielded, EMI Finger	Identical
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Identical
Contact Finish	Gold, 50.0µin (1.27µm)	Gold, 50.0µin (1.27µm)	Identical
Housing Material	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic	Identical
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 85°C	-40°C ~ 85°C	Identical
LED Color Options	Green, Red - Green, Yellow	Green, Red - Green, Yellow	Identical
Tab Direction	Up and Down	Up and Down	Identical
RoHS Compliance	Compliant	Compliant	Identical
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Substitute is Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The RJSAE538N08 is the direct substitute for the obsolete RJSNE538N08. Both parts are manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products) and share identical electrical, mechanical, and compliance specifications.

Selection Basis:

The RJSAE538N08 maintains active product status with current manufacturing support, whereas the RJSNE538N08 is obsolete. The substitute part carries equivalent RoHS compliance certification and identical parameter specifications across all critical dimensions: contact configuration, termination method, shielding design, operating temperature range, and contact material composition.

Current inventory availability of the RJSAE538N08 (664 pieces) supports immediate procurement for new designs and replacement applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the RJSAE538N08 be used as a direct replacement for the RJSNE538N08 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The RJSAE538N08 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the RJSNE538N08. Both connectors feature identical 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) contact configurations, 90° right-angle orientation, through-hole solder termination, shielded EMI design, and operating temperature specifications. No design modifications are required.

Q: Are there differences in packaging between these two parts?

A: The RJSNE538N08 packaging specification is not provided in the technical data. The RJSAE538N08 is supplied in box packaging. Confirm packaging requirements with your procurement department if specific packaging standards apply to your application.

Q: Do both connectors support LED indicators?

A: Yes. Both the RJSNE538N08 and RJSAE538N08 support dual-color LED indicators with Green/Red and Green/Yellow color options.

Q: What is the contact finish thickness specification?

A: Both connectors feature gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts with a finish thickness of 50.0µin (1.27µm).

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the RJSNE538N08 and RJSAE538N08 are RoHS compliant.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these connectors?

A: Both connectors operate across a temperature range of -40°C to 85°C.

Q: Why is the RJSNE538N08 marked as obsolete?

A: The RJSNE538N08 carries an obsolete product status. The RJSAE538N08 is the active equivalent part from Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products) and should be used for new designs and ongoing procurement.

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