What risks should I check before replacing DB2EK-3.81-5P-GN-S?

Before replacing, check three main risks: 1) Mechanical Fit: Ensure the housing dimensions and pin lengths fit your design. 2) Inter-mateability: Confirm the replacement mates correctly with your existing plug or header. 3) Wire Gauge: Verify the replacement supports your required wire sizes.

DB2EK-3.81-5P-GN-S Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | Ningbo Dorabo Electric Co., Ltd.

Find and compare functional alternatives for the DORABO DB2EK-3.81-5P-GN-S, a 5-position, 3.81mm pitch pluggable terminal block. Review key parametric matches and potential risks before substitution.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Several candidates match the 300V, 8A rating.

Package riskmedium

While many parts are 'pluggable blocks', their exact dimensions and inter-mateability with other brands must be verified via datasheet.

Sourcing risklow

This is a common connector type with multiple manufacturers.

Can it be replaced directly?

There are several strong functional alternatives, but no pre-verified pin-to-pin replacements are available. Mechanical verification is required.

Best replacement path

Use a candidate with matching pitch, position count, and electrical ratings, such as MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A, after verifying mechanical drawings.

Main risk

The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility, such as differences in housing dimensions or pin length, even if the pitch and pin count match.

Recommended alternatives

A 5-position, 3.81mm pluggable terminal block with matching voltage and current ratings.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	DB2EK-3.81-5P-GN-S	HC15EDGKM-3.81-5P-V	MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A	KF2EDGK-3.81-5P	Compatibility / risk
Package	Pluggable Terminal Block	Pluggable Terminal Block	Pluggable Terminal Block	Pluggable (inferred)	Pluggable Terminal Block / Pluggable (inferred) — Package type matches.; MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Package type matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-5P: Package type inferred from MPN and category, needs verification.
Pin Count	5	5	5	5	5 — Pin count matches.; MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Pin count matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-5P: Pin count matches.
Pitch	3.81mm	3.81mm	3.81mm	3.81mm	3.81mm — Pin pitch matches.; MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Pin pitch matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-5P: Pin pitch matches.
Voltage	300V	300V	300V	-	300V — Voltage rating matches.; MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: UL voltage rating matches.
Current	8A	8A	8A	8A	8A — Current rating matches.; MX15EDGK-3.81-05P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: UL current rating matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-5P: Current rating matches.
Wire Gauge	28-16 AWG	-	28-16 AWG	16-22 AWG	28-16 AWG / 16-22 AWG — Wire gauge range matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-5P: Accepts a narrower range of wire gauges.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for DB2EK-3.81-5P-GN-S are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.