Best Alternatives to 2.54-5PWTDK

Package: 5-pin SMT HeaderSHOU HANInterconnectsNumber of Positions: 5Pitch: 2.5 mmMounting Type: Surface Mount (SMT)Orientation: Right AngleCurrent Rating: 3 A

Finding a substitute for the 2.54-5PWTDK SMT header requires careful review. While no direct drop-in replacements were found, several through-hole functional alternatives exist.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Candidate is Through-Hole, target is SMT. Requires PCB redesign.

Electrical risklow

Key electrical parameters like voltage, current, and pitch match.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct SMT drop-in replacement was identified. All viable alternatives require PCB layout changes due to different mounting styles (Through-Hole vs. SMT).

Best replacement path

Consider through-hole right-angle headers like JST's S5B-XH-A series if your PCB design can be adapted.

Main risk

The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility; the target is Surface Mount (SMT) while all viable alternatives are Through-Hole, requiring a board redesign.

Recommended alternatives

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S5B-XH-A(LF)(SN) package
Needs validationhigh risk

High-quality functional match from JST, but requires PCB change from SMT to Through-Hole.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor2.54-5PWTDKS5B-XH-A(LF)(SN)S5B-XH-A-1(LF)(SN)XH-5PWBCompatibility / risk
PackageSurface Mount, Right AngleThrough-Hole, Right AngleThrough-Hole, Right AngleThrough-Hole, Right AngleThrough-Hole, Right Angle — Requires PCB layout change from SMT to Through-Hole.; S5B-XH-A-1(LF)(SN): Requires PCB layout change from SMT to Through-Hole.; XH-5PWB: Requires PCB layout change from SMT to Through-Hole.
Pin Count55555 — matched; S5B-XH-A-1(LF)(SN): matched; XH-5PWB: matched
Pitch2.5mm2.5mm2.5mm2.5mm2.5mm — matched; S5B-XH-A-1(LF)(SN): matched; XH-5PWB: matched
ManufacturerSHOU HANJSTJST-JST — JST is the originator of the XH series.; S5B-XH-A-1(LF)(SN): JST is the originator of the XH series.
Current3A--3A3A — matched
Voltage250V--250V250V — matched

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Questions & answers

The JST S5B-XH-A(LF)(SN) is a strong functional alternative if you can modify your PCB for a through-hole part. It shares the same pitch, pin count, and electrical ratings.