
Megastar
A 1x16, 2.54mm pitch male header with matching electrical ratings. Verify mechanical fit before use.
PZ254-1-16-Z-8.5 is a 16-pin, single-row male header with a 2.54mm pitch. Finding a suitable replacement involves matching the pin count, pitch, row count, and mechanical dimensions.
Pin length and housing dimensions must be verified from datasheets to ensure proper mating and board fit.
Current and voltage ratings are standard and easily matched.
This is a common connector type with many potential suppliers.
No direct drop-in replacement is verified. Candidates like ZX-PZ2.54-1-16PZZ are strong functional matches but require engineering review of the datasheet.
Cross-reference to other manufacturers' standard 1x16 2.54mm pitch headers, such as those from Megastar or Samtec.
Mechanical incompatibility is the main risk. Pin length, housing height, and exact footprint must be checked.

Megastar
A 1x16, 2.54mm pitch male header with matching electrical ratings. Verify mechanical fit before use.
| Feature / factor | PZ254-1-16-Z-8.5 | ZX-PM2.54-1-16PY | ZX-PZ2.54-1-16PZZ | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 1x16 Pin Header | 1x16 Pin Header | - | 1x16 Pin Header — Matches single row, 16 position configuration. | |
| Pitch | 2.54 mm | 2.54 mm | - | 2.54 mm — Standard 0.1" pitch matches. | |
| Current | 3.0 A | 3 A | - | 3 A — Current rating matches. | |
| Contact Plating | Gold (Au) | Gold Flash | - | Gold Flash — Plating quality may differ; target is Gold (Au). | |
| Pinout | 11.50 mm total length | Unknown | - | Unknown — Pin lengths and housing dimensions must be verified from datasheet. |
Candidates like Megastar ZX-PZ2.54-1-16PZZ offer a strong parametric match, but require datasheet verification for pinout and mechanical fit.