RJSNEJF8RA8 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RJSNEJF8RA8 is a Jack Modular Connector (RJ45/Ethernet) manufactured by Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products). This 8p8c shielded connector features a 90° right-angle orientation with through-hole solder termination and board lock functionality. The part is classified as Obsolete in product status, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives for ongoing procurement and design applications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Jack
Contact Configuration	8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)
Orientation	90° Angle (Right)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination Method	Solder
Shielding	Shielded
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 85°C
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Gold
Housing Material	Thermoplastic
RoHS Compliance	Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the RJSNEJF8RA8 is based on functional and electrical equivalence within the modular connector category. The substitute part RJSAE538G08 maintains compatibility through the following critical parameters:

Matching Parameters:

Connector type (Jack)
Contact configuration (8p8c RJ45 Ethernet)
Orientation (90° right-angle)
Mounting method (Through hole)
Termination type (Solder)
Shielding classification (Shielded)
Contact material (Phosphor Bronze)
Contact finish (Gold)
Housing material (Thermoplastic)
RoHS compliance status
Moisture sensitivity level

The RJSAE538G08 is an active product offering enhanced specifications including EMI finger shielding and an extended lower operating temperature limit (-55°C versus -40°C), making it a direct functional replacement for the obsolete RJSNEJF8RA8.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	RJSNEJF8RA8 (Main Part)	RJSAE538G08 (Substitute)
Manufacturer	Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)	Amphenol ICC (Commercial Products)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active
Connector Type	Jack	Jack
Contact Configuration	8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)	8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet)
Number of Ports	8	8
Number of Rows	2	2
Orientation	90° Angle (Right)	90° Angle (Right)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder
Shielding	Shielded	Shielded, EMI Finger
Tab Direction	Up and Down	Up and Down
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness	30.0µin (0.76µm)	50.0µin (1.27µm)
Housing Material	Thermoplastic	Thermoplastic
Operating Temperature	-40°C ~ 85°C	-55°C ~ 85°C
RoHS Status	Compliant	Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS Code	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The RJSAE538G08 is the direct substitute for the obsolete RJSNEJF8RA8. Selection of this active alternative is supported by:

Product Status: The RJSAE538G08 maintains active production status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity compared to the obsolete RJSNEJF8RA8.

Compliance Certification: Both parts maintain identical RoHS compliance and EAR99 export classification, ensuring regulatory equivalence for applications requiring these certifications.

Enhanced Specifications: The RJSAE538G08 provides improved contact finish thickness (50.0µin versus 30.0µin) and extended lower operating temperature capability (-55°C versus -40°C), offering superior performance margins in demanding thermal environments.

Functional Compatibility: Identical connector geometry, contact configuration, mounting method, and termination type ensure direct board-level compatibility without design modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the RJSAE538G08 be used as a direct replacement for the RJSNEJF8RA8 without PCB redesign?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical mounting type (through hole), orientation (90° right-angle), contact configuration (8p8c RJ45), and termination method (solder). No PCB layout modification is required.

Q: What is the significance of the EMI Finger feature in the RJSAE538G08?

A: The EMI Finger provides enhanced electromagnetic interference shielding. This is an additional feature not present in the RJSNEJF8RA8 and represents an improvement in signal integrity performance.

Q: Why does the RJSAE538G08 have a thicker gold contact finish?

A: The increased contact finish thickness (50.0µin versus 30.0µin) enhances contact durability and wear resistance, extending connector service life under repeated mating cycles.

Q: Are there temperature range differences between these parts?

A: Yes. The RJSAE538G08 operates from -55°C to 85°C, while the RJSNEJF8RA8 operates from -40°C to 85°C. The substitute part supports a wider lower temperature range, suitable for cold environment applications.

Q: What packaging format is supplied for the RJSAE538G08?

A: The RJSAE538G08 is supplied in Tray packaging, compared to the RJSNEJF8RA8 which has unspecified packaging. Confirm packaging requirements with procurement specifications.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the RJSNEJF8RA8 and RJSAE538G08 are RoHS compliant and share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4040) classifications.

Q: What is the inventory status for the substitute part?

A: The RJSAE538G08 has 667 pieces in new original stock, ensuring immediate availability for procurement and production requirements.

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