Needs validationmedium risk
Same manufacturer and electrical ratings, but adds locking flanges that alter the mechanical footprint.
Best Alternatives to HC15EDGKM-3.81-5P-V
The HCTL HC15EDGKM-3.81-5P-V is a 5-position, 3.81mm pitch vertical terminal block header. Alternatives exist but require careful review of mechanical dimensions and features.
AI replacement insight
Package riskmedium
Orientation matches on some candidates, but PCB footprint and overall dimensions must be verified from datasheets.
Electrical risklow
Key ratings (300V, 8A) are matched by several candidates.
Can it be replaced directly?
No confirmed direct drop-in replacement has been identified. All candidates require mechanical verification via datasheet.
Best replacement path
DORABO's DB2EVM-3.81-5P-GN is a strong functional match, but requires footprint verification. The same-brand HC15EDGRM-3.81-5P-V adds locking flanges.
Main risk
Mechanical incompatibility due to different PCB footprints or added features like locking flanges.
Recommended alternatives
2Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | HC15EDGKM-3.81-5P-V | HC15EDGRM-3.81-5P-V | DB2EVM-3.81-5P-GN | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Pluggable Terminal Block | Terminal Block Header | Terminal Block | Terminal Block Header — Functionally similar package type.; DB2EVM-3.81-5P-GN: Functionally similar package type. | |
| Voltage | 300 V | 300 V | 300 V | 300 V — matched; DB2EVM-3.81-5P-GN: matched | |
| Current | 8 A | 8 A | 8 A | 8 A — matched; DB2EVM-3.81-5P-GN: matched | |
| Form Factor | Vertical | Vertical with locking flanges | - | Vertical with locking flanges — Adds locking flanges, changing footprint. | |
| Manufacturer | HCTL | - | DORABO | DORABO — Cross-vendor alternative. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
DORABO's DB2EVM-3.81-5P-GN is a strong functional alternative with the same core specs and orientation. However, you must verify the PCB footprint from the datasheet before ordering.