WN3-00243 Rectangular Connector Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The WN3-00243 is a rectangular position connector manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd, classified as an electronic connector component. This part is currently listed with obsolete product status. Due to its obsolete classification, identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to ensure continued availability for maintenance, repair, and replacement applications where this connector is specified in existing designs or systems.

Substiute Parts

WN3-00243

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 1039WN3-00243 Datasheet

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WN3-00243(10)

Hirose Electric Co LtdIn Stock: 817WN3-00243(10) Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the WN3-00243 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Manufacturer: Hirose Electric Co Ltd
• Category: Rectangular Connectors
• Series: WN3
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)
• ECCN Classification: EAR99
• HTSUS Code: 8536.69.4040

Parts meeting these parameters are classified as equivalent substitutes. The WN3-00243(10) variant satisfies all substitution criteria while offering the advantage of active product status, ensuring ongoing manufacturer support and availability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The WN3-00243(10) serves as a direct substitute for the obsolete WN3-00243. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including MSL rating, export classification, and tariff coding. The primary distinction is product status: WN3-00243(10) maintains active status with Hirose Electric Co Ltd, providing assurance of continued manufacturing support and supply chain stability.

For applications currently specified with WN3-00243, transition to WN3-00243(10) is supported by compliance equivalence across all provided parameters. Both parts carry EAR99 export classification and identical HTSUS coding, indicating regulatory interchangeability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can WN3-00243(10) be used as a direct replacement for WN3-00243?

A: Yes. Both parts are manufactured by Hirose Electric Co Ltd within the WN3 series and share identical specifications for moisture sensitivity level, export classification, and tariff coding. The primary difference is product status, with WN3-00243(10) classified as active.

Q: What is the significance of the "(10)" designation in WN3-00243(10)?

A: The "(10)" suffix indicates a variant within the WN3-00 base product family. This designation does not alter the core electrical or mechanical parameters that determine substitution eligibility.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: Packaging information is not provided in the available technical parameters for either part number. Packaging specifications should be verified through Hirose Electric Co Ltd documentation if packaging compatibility is a requirement for your application.

Q: Why is WN3-00243 classified as obsolete?

A: Product status classifications are determined by manufacturers based on production and support decisions. The availability of WN3-00243(10) as an active alternative addresses the obsolescence of the original part number.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to both parts?

A: Both WN3-00243 and WN3-00243(10) carry EAR99 export classification and are coded under HTSUS 8536.69.4040. Both maintain MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions.