Is there a pin-compatible replacement for HC-5264-2A?

No pin-to-pin compatible replacement has been confirmed. While some connectors share the same 2.5mm pitch and pin count, they are from different mechanical families (e.g., XH series) and will not mate with the target's Mini-SPOX connector system.

What risks should I check before replacing HC-5264-2A?

The main risk is mechanical incompatibility. Verify the connector series (e.g., Mini-SPOX vs. XH). Using an incompatible series will prevent mating with existing cable assemblies, even if the PCB footprint and electrical ratings match.

HC-5264-2A Alternatives, Datasheet & Cross Reference | HCTL

HC-5264-2A is a 2-pin, 2.5mm pitch through-hole header from the Mini-SPOX connector family. When seeking alternatives, it is critical to verify mechanical compatibility, as many parts with similar electrical specs belong to different, non-mateable connector series.

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Mating interface is not compatible, preventing connection with existing cable assemblies.

Electrical risklow

Key electrical ratings like voltage and current are identical across many alternatives.

Can it be replaced directly?

No, there are no verified direct drop-in replacements for HC-5264-2A. Proposed alternatives have a different, incompatible mating interface.

Best replacement path

Find a connector from the same Mini-SPOX series or replace both male and female connectors with a new system like the common JST XH series.

Main risk

The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility; alternatives will not mate with existing Mini-SPOX cable assemblies.

Recommended alternatives

Functional alternative with same electrical ratings and PCB footprint, but requires a different mating connector (XH-series).

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factor	HC-5264-2A	XH-2PS	XHB-2A-R	Compatibility / risk
Interface	Mini-SPOX Series	XH Series	XH Series	XH Series — Candidate is not mate-compatible with target's Mini-SPOX series.; XHB-2A-R: Candidate is not mate-compatible with target's Mini-SPOX series.
Package	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole — PCB footprint is likely identical.; XHB-2A-R: PCB footprint is likely identical.
Current	3 A	3 A	3 A	3 A — Current rating matches.; XHB-2A-R: Current rating matches.
Voltage	250 V	250 V	250 V	250 V — Voltage rating matches.; XHB-2A-R: Voltage rating matches.

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Questions & answers

Currently, no direct drop-in replacements have been verified. Alternatives like HCTL's XHB-2A-R have similar electrical specs and PCB footprint but belong to the incompatible XH connector family, requiring a change in the mating cable connector.