
Megastar
Strong match with identical pitch, pin count, mounting, and electrical ratings. Requires footprint verification.
HC-1.25-8A is an 8-pin, 1.25mm pitch straight through-hole header from HCTL. Finding a substitute requires matching the pitch, pin count, mounting style, and orientation for mechanical compatibility.
Footprint and housing dimensions must be verified from datasheets to ensure fit.
Top candidates match voltage and current ratings, posing minimal electrical risk.
Yes, ZX-MX1.25-8PZZ is a likely pin-to-pin replacement for HC-1.25-8A, but requires mechanical verification. Other parts are functional alternatives but require a board redesign.
ZX-MX1.25-8PZZ by Megastar is a strong candidate, matching all key electrical and mechanical parameters. However, datasheet verification of the footprint is essential.
The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility. Even with matching pitch and pin count, differences in housing dimensions or pin length can prevent a proper fit.

Megastar
Strong match with identical pitch, pin count, mounting, and electrical ratings. Requires footprint verification.
| Feature / factor | HC-1.25-8A | ZX-MX1.25-8PZZ | ZX-MX1.25-8PWT | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Through Hole, Straight | Through Hole, Straight | Surface Mount, Right Angle | Through Hole, Straight / Surface Mount, Right Angle — Matches target mounting and orientation.; ZX-MX1.25-8PWT: Requires PCB redesign. | |
| Pitch | 1.25mm | 1.25mm | 1.25mm | 1.25mm — Pitch matches.; ZX-MX1.25-8PWT: Pitch matches. | |
| Pin Count | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 — Pin count matches.; ZX-MX1.25-8PWT: Pin count matches. | |
| Current | 1A | 1.0A | 1.0A | 1.0A — Current rating matches.; ZX-MX1.25-8PWT: Current rating matches. | |
| Voltage | 125V | 125V | - | 125V — Voltage rating matches. |
Verified drop-in options for HC-1.25-8A 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.