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

Part Overview

The USB-AM-S-S-W-SM1-TR is a USB 2.0 Type-A plug connector manufactured by Samtec Inc., designed for surface mount and through-hole applications with right-angle orientation. This 4-position shielded connector features a horizontal mounting configuration with gold-plated contacts and a white insulation body. The part maintains active product status and is ROHS3 compliant, making it suitable for modern electronic assemblies requiring USB 2.0 interface connectivity.

Equivalent substitute parts are identified when they share identical functional specifications across connector type, contact count, USB specification, mounting configuration, and termination method. Substitute parts enable design flexibility, supply chain optimization, and component availability management in production environments.

Substiute Parts

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

Samtec Inc.In Stock: 844USB-AM-S-S-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-S-W-SM1-TR are identified based on strict parametric equivalence across the following critical specifications:

Functional Equivalence Criteria:

• Connector Type: USB-A (USB TYPE-A)
• USB Specification: USB 2.0
• Number of Contacts: 4 positions
• Gender: Plug configuration
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount with Right Angle orientation and Through Hole capability
• Mounting Feature: Horizontal alignment
• Termination Method: Solder
• Shielding: Shielded construction
• Contact Finish: Gold plating
• Features: Board Guide inclusion
• RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 Compliant

The substitute parts listed below (Molex 0480372100 and Molex 0480372200) satisfy all functional equivalence criteria. Both parts are manufactured by Molex, belong to the 48037 series, and maintain identical connector architecture, contact configuration, and electrical interface specifications as the primary part.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Part: USB-AM-S-S-W-SM1-TR (Samtec Inc.)

The Samtec USB-AM-S-S-W-SM1-TR maintains active product status with ROHS3 compliance and EAR99 export classification. This part is suitable for applications requiring the specified operating temperature range of -50°C to 85°C and 30VAC rated voltage. Current inventory of 750 pieces supports immediate availability for production requirements.

Substitute Parts: Molex 0480372100 and Molex 0480372200

Both Molex substitute parts (0480372100 and 0480372200) are functionally equivalent across all critical connector parameters. Both maintain active product status, ROHS3 compliance, and EAR99 export classification. The Molex parts feature higher rated voltage (150VAC versus 30VAC) and specified current rating (1.5A), providing enhanced electrical performance margins. Operating temperature range is -20°C to 85°C, which covers standard industrial and commercial applications.

Key differences include:

• Molex parts specify steel shielding material and UL94 V-0 flammability rating, whereas the Samtec part does not specify these parameters
• Molex parts feature black insulation versus white insulation on the Samtec part
• Molex parts have significantly higher inventory availability (17,610 and 25,131 pieces respectively)

Selection between the primary part and substitutes depends on specific application requirements regarding operating temperature minimum threshold, voltage rating requirements, and insulation color specifications. All three parts satisfy USB 2.0 Type-A plug connector functional requirements with identical contact configuration, mounting orientation, and termination method.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What makes the Molex 0480372100 and 0480372200 functionally equivalent to the Samtec USB-AM-S-S-W-SM1-TR?

A: Both Molex parts share identical connector type (USB-A), USB specification (USB 2.0), contact count (4 positions), gender (plug), mounting configuration (surface mount right-angle with through-hole capability), mounting feature (horizontal), termination method (solder), shielding (shielded), contact finish (gold), and board guide features. These parameters define functional equivalence for USB 2.0 Type-A plug connectors.

Q: Are there differences between Molex 0480372100 and 0480372200?

A: Both Molex parts are parametrically identical across all functional specifications. The primary difference is inventory availability, with 0480372200 having higher stock (25,131 pieces) compared to 0480372100 (17,610 pieces). Both are packaged in Tape & Reel format and belong to the Molex 48037 series.

Q: Can I use the Molex substitutes in applications requiring -50°C minimum operating temperature?

A: The Molex parts specify -20°C to 85°C operating temperature range, which does not cover the -50°C minimum of the Samtec part. For applications requiring -50°C operation, the Samtec USB-AM-S-S-W-SM1-TR is the appropriate selection.

Q: What is the significance of the higher voltage rating on the Molex parts?

A: The Molex parts are rated for 150VAC compared to 30VAC on the Samtec part. This higher voltage rating provides additional electrical performance margin in applications where voltage stress is a design consideration. Both ratings are suitable for standard USB 2.0 interface applications.

Q: Does insulation color affect connector functionality?

A: Insulation color (white on Samtec, black on Molex) is a visual identification feature and does not affect electrical or mechanical functionality. Selection based on color depends on assembly documentation, PCB marking conventions, or visual identification requirements in the manufacturing process.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, the Samtec USB-AM-S-S-W-SM1-TR and both Molex parts (0480372100 and 0480372200) are ROHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and hazardous substance restrictions.

Q: What is the significance of the Molex steel shielding material specification?

A: The Molex parts explicitly specify steel as the shielding material, whereas the Samtec part does not specify this parameter. Steel shielding provides electromagnetic interference (EMI) protection. The Samtec part's shielding material is not provided in the available documentation.

Q: Can these connectors be used interchangeably in production?

A: The Samtec and Molex parts are functionally equivalent across USB 2.0 Type-A plug connector specifications. Interchangeability in production depends on PCB footprint compatibility, assembly process requirements, and application-specific operating conditions (particularly temperature range and voltage rating). Physical dimensions and mounting hole patterns must be verified against PCB design documentation.