USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR is a USB 2.0 Type-A plug connector manufactured by Samtec Inc., configured for surface mount and through-hole applications with right-angle orientation. This 4-position connector features a horizontal mounting feature, solder termination, and board guide, with shielded construction and gold-plated contacts. The part maintains active product status and is ROHS3 compliant. Equivalent substitute parts are identified to support procurement flexibility, design redundancy, and supply chain continuity for applications requiring USB 2.0 Type-A connectivity.

Substiute Parts

USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 1172USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

0480372100

MolexIn Stock: 176870480372100 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

0480372200

MolexIn Stock: 251750480372200 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR are identified based on strict parametric equivalence across the following critical criteria:

Connector Classification: USB-A (USB TYPE-A) plug configuration with USB 2.0 specification compliance

Physical Configuration: 4-position connector with surface mount and through-hole mounting capability, right-angle orientation, and horizontal mounting feature

Electrical Interface: Solder termination with shielded construction and gold-plated contacts

Functional Features: Board guide inclusion and single-port configuration

Compliance & Packaging: ROHS3 compliance and Tape & Reel packaging format

The substitute parts Molex 0480372100 and Molex 0480372200 satisfy all these core parameters, enabling direct functional substitution in applications requiring USB 2.0 Type-A plug connectivity with surface mount and through-hole assembly options.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR (Samtec), 0480372100 (Molex), and 0480372200 (Molex)—maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance, confirming ongoing manufacturing support and regulatory alignment for current applications.

The Samtec USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR operates across the temperature range of -50°C to 85°C with a rated voltage of 30VAC and supports 1500 mating cycles.

The Molex 0480372100 and 0480372200 operate across -20°C to 85°C with a rated voltage of 150VAC, current rating of 1.5A, UL94 V-0 flammability rating, and MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level. Both Molex parts feature steel shell/shielding material and black insulation color.

Selection between these parts should be based on specific application requirements regarding operating temperature range, voltage rating, current capacity, and environmental conditions. All three parts satisfy the core USB 2.0 Type-A plug connector requirements with equivalent mechanical and electrical interface characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can Molex 0480372100 or 0480372200 directly replace the Samtec USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR?

A: Yes. Both Molex parts are parametric equivalents sharing identical connector type (USB-A), specifications (USB 2.0), contact count (4), gender (plug), mounting configuration (surface mount, right angle, through hole), mounting feature (horizontal), termination method (solder), shielding (shielded), contact finish (gold), and board guide feature. All three parts are ROHS3 compliant and packaged in Tape & Reel format.

Q: What are the key differences between the Samtec and Molex options?

A: Operating temperature range differs: Samtec operates -50°C to 85°C versus Molex -20°C to 85°C. Voltage rating differs: Samtec 30VAC versus Molex 150VAC. Molex parts specify 1.5A current rating and include UL94 V-0 flammability rating and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity level. Insulation color differs: Samtec white versus Molex black. Shell material differs: Samtec unspecified versus Molex steel.

Q: Are there differences between Molex 0480372100 and 0480372200?

A: Both Molex parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The distinction lies in inventory availability: 0480372100 has 17610 pieces in stock, while 0480372200 has 25131 pieces in stock.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to these connectors?

A: All three parts are ROHS3 compliant. Molex parts carry UL94 V-0 flammability rating and REACH Unaffected status. All parts are classified under ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8536.69.4040.

Q: Which part should be selected for high-temperature applications?

A: The Samtec USB-AM-S-F-W-SM1-TR supports operation to 85°C with a lower temperature limit of -50°C, providing broader temperature range coverage compared to Molex parts rated -20°C to 85°C.

Q: Which part should be selected for high-voltage applications?

A: The Molex 0480372100 and 0480372200 are rated for 150VAC, exceeding the Samtec part's 30VAC rating, making them suitable for higher voltage environments.