Needs validationlow risk
Excellent electrical match from the same manufacturer, likely differing only in a minor mechanical housing feature.
Best Alternatives to MX15EDGK-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-Y-A
Finding a replacement for the MAX MX15EDGK-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-Y-A 4-pin terminal block header involves matching the 3.81mm pitch, 300V/8A rating, and right-angle orientation. Several alternatives exist with minor variations.
AI replacement insight
Electrical risklow
The 300V/8A rating is standard and easily matched.
Package riskmedium
Orientation and minor housing features are critical for fit and must be verified.
Sourcing risklow
Many vendors produce similar 3.81mm pitch headers.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for MX15EDGK-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-Y-A should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
The closest alternative is MX15EDGRC-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-A from the same manufacturer, which has identical electrical ratings but may have a minor mechanical difference in its housing.
Main risk
The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility, specifically the mounting orientation (vertical vs. right-angle) and subtle differences in housing dimensions or locking features.
Recommended alternatives
2Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | MX15EDGK-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-Y-A | MX15EDGRC-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-A | WJ15EDGRM-3.81-04P-14-00A | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MAX | MAX | KANGNEX | MAX / KANGNEX — Same manufacturer, different series suffix.; WJ15EDGRM-3.81-04P-14-00A: Cross-vendor part requires full validation. | |
| Package | Terminal Block Header | Terminal Block Header | Terminal Block Header | Terminal Block Header — Package type matches, but housing style ('RC' vs 'GK') differs.; WJ15EDGRM-3.81-04P-14-00A: Part number 'RM' suggests right-angle, matching target's likely orientation. | |
| Voltage | 300 V | 300 V | 300 V | 300 V — matched; WJ15EDGRM-3.81-04P-14-00A: matched | |
| Current | 8 A | 8 A | 8 A | 8 A — matched; WJ15EDGRM-3.81-04P-14-00A: matched | |
| Pitch | 3.81 mm | 3.81 mm | - | 3.81 mm — matched |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for MX15EDGK-3.81-04P-GN01-Cu-Y-A 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.