TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) is a jack modular connector manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, classified as an obsolete product. This connector is no longer in active production, making identification of functionally equivalent substitute parts essential for ongoing system maintenance, repair, and component sourcing. The obsolete status necessitates evaluation of active alternative models that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility with the original specification.

Substiute Parts

TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03)

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 1125TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) Datasheet

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TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73)

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 1055TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) is based on the following critical parameters:

Manufacturer Consistency: Both the main part and substitute part are manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, ensuring design and quality standards alignment within the same product family.

Series Alignment: The substitute part TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) belongs to the TM11R series, maintaining the same connector family classification as the original part.

Connector Type and Configuration: Both parts function as jack modular connectors with 8-position, 8-contact (8p8c) RJ45 Ethernet configuration, ensuring pin-to-pin compatibility.

Electrical and Mechanical Specifications: The substitute part maintains identical contact material (Copper Alloy), contact finish (Gold), and moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1 - Unlimited), supporting equivalent environmental performance.

Operational Range: The substitute part operates across the temperature range of -55°C to 85°C, providing thermal compatibility for equivalent application environments.

Active Product Status: The substitute part TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) maintains active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturer support.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute: TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73)

The TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) is the appropriate substitute for the obsolete TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The substitute part maintains active product status with Hirose Electric Co Ltd, ensuring continued manufacturing support, quality assurance, and component availability for future procurement requirements.

Manufacturer Continuity: Both parts originate from the same manufacturer, guaranteeing adherence to identical design standards, manufacturing processes, and quality control protocols within the TM11R connector family.

Electrical Equivalence: The substitute part provides 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) jack configuration with identical moisture sensitivity classification (MSL 1 - Unlimited), supporting equivalent electrical performance and environmental durability.

Mechanical Compatibility: The substitute part maintains jack modular connector form factor with copper alloy contacts finished in gold, ensuring mechanical interchangeability and contact reliability equivalent to the original specification.

Compliance and Certification: The substitute part carries HTSUS classification 8536.69.4040, confirming regulatory compliance for modular connector components in industrial and telecommunications applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why is the TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) listed as obsolete?

A: The TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03) has reached end-of-life status with Hirose Electric Co Ltd and is no longer in active production. Despite current inventory availability of 1069 pieces, the obsolete designation indicates no future manufacturing or design support from the manufacturer.

Q: Is the TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) a direct replacement for the TM11R-5M2-88-LP(03)?

A: The TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) is a functionally equivalent substitute within the TM11R series. Both parts are jack modular connectors manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd with identical moisture sensitivity classification and equivalent electrical specifications for 8p8c (RJ45, Ethernet) applications.

Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitution eligibility?

A: Substitution eligibility is determined by: manufacturer consistency (Hirose Electric Co Ltd), connector type (jack modular connector), series alignment (TM11R), contact configuration (8p8c RJ45), contact material and finish (copper alloy with gold plating), and moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1 - Unlimited).

Q: Does the substitute part maintain the same operating temperature range?

A: The substitute part TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) operates across -55°C to 85°C, providing thermal performance suitable for industrial and telecommunications applications. The original part's operating temperature range was not specified in the available documentation.

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

A: The TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) has 1032 pieces of new original stock currently available, providing adequate supply for component sourcing and system integration requirements.

Q: Are there any differences in mounting or termination between the two parts?

A: The substitute part TM11R-5M2-88-LP(73) specifies through-hole mounting with solder termination, 90° angle (right) orientation, and shielded configuration with EMI finger design rated for Cat5 applications. The original part's mounting and termination specifications were not provided in the available documentation.