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Best Alternatives to HC-XHB-3A

Package: Through Hole HeaderHCTLInterconnectsNumber of Positions: 3Pitch: 2.5 mmCurrent Rating: 3 AVoltage Rating: 250 VMounting Type: Through Hole

HC-XHB-3A is a 3-pin, 2.5mm pitch straight shrouded header from HCTL. The most common alternatives are from the original JST XH series, such as B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN).

AI replacement insight

Package riskhigh

Mismatches in pitch, orientation, or shrouding are common and critical.

Electrical risklow

Most XH-style connectors share the same 3A/250V rating.

Can it be replaced directly?

Yes, B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN) from JST is a direct replacement for HC-XHB-3A.

Best replacement path

Use the original JST part, B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN), for a high-confidence, pin-compatible replacement.

Main risk

The main risk is selecting a part with an incorrect pitch (e.g., 2.54mm) or mounting style (right-angle vs. straight).

Recommended alternatives

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B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN) package
B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN)

JST

Needs validationlow risk

JST's B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN) is the original industry-standard part, offering a pin-compatible replacement for the HCTL clone.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorHC-XHB-3AB3B-XH-A(LF)(SN)B3B-XH-AM(LF)(SN)HC-XH-3A-GCompatibility / risk
ManufacturerHCTLJST--JST — Original manufacturer of XH series.
OrientationStraight / Top-EntryStraight / Top-Entry--Straight / Top-Entry — matched
Pitch2.5mm2.5mm--2.5mm — matched
Current3A3A--3A — matched
Package FeaturesShrouded, no bossShrouded, no boss--Unshrouded — Lacks protection and keying of original.
Electrical Ratings3A / 250V--3A / 250V3A / 250V — matched

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Questions & answers

The JST B3B-XH-A(LF)(SN) is considered the best alternative, as it is the original industry-standard part that HC-XHB-3A is based on.