RJSNEG38608

Part Overview

The RJSNEG38608 is a jack modular connector (8p8c/RJ45 Ethernet) with 90° right-angle orientation and shielded design with EMI finger protection. Manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products), this component features through-hole solder termination with board lock functionality. The main part has been classified as obsolete, making substitute parts necessary for new designs and ongoing production requirements.

Substiute Parts

RJSNEG38608

Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)In Stock: 793RJSNEG38608 Datasheet

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RJSAE538608

Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)In Stock: 859RJSAE538608 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The RJSNEG38608 can be substituted with RJSAE538608 based on the following alignment of critical parameters:

Parameters Determining Substitution:

• Connector type: Both are jack modular connectors
• Contact configuration: Both are 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)
• Mounting method: Both use through-hole solder termination
• Physical orientation: Both feature 90° right-angle mounting
• Shielding design: Both include shielding with EMI finger protection
• Contact material and finish: Both use phosphor bronze with gold plating
• Housing: Both use thermoplastic construction
• Compliance: Both are RoHS compliant

The primary distinction lies in product status (obsolete vs. active) and contact finish thickness variation, which do not affect functional compatibility for standard Ethernet jack applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The RJSAE538608 is the recommended substitute for the obsolete RJSNEG38608. Both components are manufactured by Amphenol ICC and maintain identical functional specifications for 8p8c RJ45 Ethernet jack applications with right-angle through-hole solder mounting and shielded EMI protection.

Key compliance factors support this substitution:

• Both parts are RoHS compliant, meeting environmental regulatory requirements
• Both carry EAR99 ECCN classification and identical HTSUS codes
• Both maintain moisture sensitivity level 1 (unlimited shelf life)

The RJSAE538608 provides enhanced reliability through thicker gold contact plating (50.0µin versus 15.0µin) and an extended lower operating temperature limit (-55°C versus -40°C), making it suitable for applications requiring broader thermal performance without functional compromise to the original design.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can RJSAE538608 directly replace RJSNEG38608 in existing designs? A: Yes. Both connectors share identical mechanical, electrical, and functional specifications for RJ45 Ethernet jack applications. The pin configuration, mounting footprint, and solder termination are equivalent.

Q: What is the significance of the contact finish thickness difference? A: The RJSAE538608 features thicker gold plating (50.0µin versus 15.0µin), providing extended contact durability and improved resistance to wear in high-cycle mating applications. This is a performance enhancement that does not affect compatibility.

Q: Does the extended operating temperature range of RJSAE538608 affect substitution? A: No. The RJSAE538608 operating range (-55°C to 85°C) encompasses the original part's range (-40°C to 85°C), making it compatible with all applications designed for the RJSNEG38608.

Q: Is packaging different between these parts? A: Yes. RJSNEG38608 packaging information is unspecified in available data, while RJSAE538608 is supplied in tray packaging. The component itself is functionally identical; packaging choice depends on assembly requirements.

Q: Are both parts currently available for procurement? A: RJSNEG38608 is obsolete. RJSAE538608 is in active production with current stock availability, making it the appropriate choice for new designs and ongoing production.