USB1030-GF-P-B-B Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The USB1030-GF-P-B-B is a USB-B Type-B USB 2.0 receptacle connector manufactured by GCT, configured for 4-position through-hole right-angle mounting with solder termination. This connector features board lock functionality, gold-plated contacts, and brass shielding. The part is active in production status with 747 units currently in stock.

Equivalent and substitute parts are necessary when the primary part becomes unavailable, when supply chain optimization is required, or when design flexibility allows for alternative manufacturers meeting identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	USB-B (USB TYPE-B)
Number of Contacts	4
Gender	Receptacle
Specifications	USB 2.0
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Mounting Feature	Horizontal
Termination	Solder
Current Rating	1.5A
Voltage - Rated	30V
Mating Cycles	1500
Shielding	Shielded
Contact Finish	Gold
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for USB-B receptacle connectors is determined by strict equivalence across the following parameters:

Connector type and gender (USB-B receptacle)
Number of contacts (4 positions)
USB specification compliance (USB 2.0)
Mounting configuration (through-hole, right-angle, horizontal)
Termination method (solder)
Electrical ratings (1.5A current, 30V voltage)
Mating cycle durability (1500 cycles minimum)
Shielding requirement (shielded)
Contact finish (gold plating)
Flammability compliance (UL94 V-0)
Regulatory compliance (ROHS3, REACH Unaffected)

All substitute parts listed meet these core parameters. Variations in shell material (copper alloy versus brass), insulation color, and board lock feature presence are noted but do not prevent functional substitution when electrical and mechanical requirements are identical.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	USB1030-GF-P-B-B (GCT)	0670687041 (Molex)	0670688000 (Molex)	0670688001 (Molex)	0670688010 (Molex)	0670688011 (Molex)	0670689000 (Molex)	0670689001 (Molex)	0670689011 (Molex)	292304-1 (TE)	292304-2 (TE)
Connector Type	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B	USB-B
Number of Contacts	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Gender	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Specifications	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0	USB 2.0
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Mounting Feature	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal	Horizontal
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Current Rating (Amps)	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1.5A	1A per Contact	1A per Contact
Voltage - Rated	30V	30V	30V	30V	30V	30V	30V	30V	30V	30VAC	30VAC
Mating Cycles	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500	1500
Shielding	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded	Shielded
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold or Gold-Palladium	Gold or Gold-Palladium
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All listed substitute parts are active in production status and meet ROHS3 compliance requirements. The Molex 067068 series (part numbers 0670687041, 0670688000, 0670688001, 0670688010, 0670688011, 0670689000, 0670689001, 0670689011) provides direct parametric equivalence with the primary USB1030-GF-P-B-B part. These Molex alternatives differ only in shell material composition (copper alloy versus brass) and insulation color options (black or white), neither of which affects electrical or mechanical compatibility.

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 292304-1 and 292304-2 provide equivalent functionality with extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 85°C versus 0°C to 50°C for Molex variants and -40°C to 85°C for the GCT primary part). Both TE parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and identical electrical specifications. The 292304-2 variant is preferred for new designs due to explicit ROHS3 and REACH Unaffected certifications.

Selection between Molex and TE alternatives should be based on supply availability, cost considerations, and thermal environment requirements. All parts are suitable for direct PCB substitution without design modification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Molex 0670688000 be used as a direct replacement for USB1030-GF-P-B-B?

A: Yes. Both parts are USB-B receptacle connectors with identical 4-position through-hole right-angle configuration, USB 2.0 specification, 1.5A current rating, 30V voltage rating, and 1500 mating cycle durability. The primary difference is shell material (copper alloy versus brass), which does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: What is the difference between Molex variants 0670688000, 0670688001, 0670688010, and 0670688011?

A: All four parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Differences exist only in insulation color (black for 0670688000 and 0670688001; black for 0670688010 and 0670688011) and board lock feature presence (present in 0670688000 and 0670688001; absent in 0670688010 and 0670688011). The board lock feature matches the primary USB1030-GF-P-B-B part.

Q: Why do TE Connectivity 292304-1 and 292304-2 have different operating temperature ranges than the primary part?

A: The TE parts specify -55°C to 85°C operating range, which exceeds the GCT primary part specification of -40°C to 85°C. This represents a design advantage for applications requiring extended low-temperature performance. Both TE parts remain fully compatible with the primary part's electrical and mechanical requirements.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification. The primary USB1030-GF-P-B-B part and all Molex variants (0670687041 through 0670689011) are explicitly ROHS3 compliant. TE Connectivity 292304-2 is ROHS3 compliant; 292304-1 carries general RoHS compliance.

Q: What is the significance of insulation color variation in Molex parts?

A: Insulation color (black or white) is a cosmetic and identification feature only. It does not affect electrical performance, mechanical fit, or functional compatibility. Selection should be based on design documentation requirements or visual identification preferences.

Q: Can these connectors be used interchangeably in production assembly?

A: Yes, provided the selected substitute part matches the board layout and mounting hole pattern of the primary design. All listed parts share identical through-hole right-angle horizontal mounting configuration and solder termination, enabling direct PCB substitution without layout modification.

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