WJ15EDGRM-3.81-08P-14-00A
KANGNEX
Needs validationmedium risk
A right-angle version from the same manufacturer with identical electrical ratings, but different mechanical orientation.
Best Alternatives to WJ15EDGKM-3.81-08P-14-00A
Find alternatives for the KANGNEX WJ15EDGKM-3.81-08P-14-00A, an 8-position 3.81mm terminal block header. Several cross-vendor options exist, but require careful verification of mechanical drawings to ensure form and fit.
AI replacement insight
Package riskmedium
Slight variations in footprint or height between manufacturers are common and require verification.
Electrical risklow
Key voltage and current ratings are standard and matched by many alternatives.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for WJ15EDGKM-3.81-08P-14-00A should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
Use a cross-vendor vertical header from the 'EDGK' family, such as those from MAX or DORABO, after comparing datasheet mechanical drawings.
Main risk
Mechanical mismatch. Even with the same pitch and pin count, body dimensions and pin footprint may differ, requiring a PCB layout change.
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | WJ15EDGKM-3.81-08P-14-00A | WJ15EDGRM-3.81-08P-14-00A | MX15EDGK-3.81-08P-GN01-Cu-Y-A | DB2EK-3.81-8P-GN-S | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | KANGNEX | KANGNEX | MAX | DORABO | KANGNEX / MAX / DORABO / KEFA — matched; MX15EDGK-3.81-08P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Cross-vendor alternative.; DB2EK-3.81-8P-GN-S: Cross-vendor alternative.; KF2EDGK-3.81-8P: Cross-vendor alternative. |
| Package | Vertical Header | Right-Angle Header | Terminal Block Header | Pluggable Terminal Block | Right-Angle Header / Terminal Block Header / Pluggable Terminal Block / 3.81mm Pitch — Candidate is right-angle, target is vertical. Not a drop-in replacement.; MX15EDGK-3.81-08P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: Appears to be a compatible vertical header, requires drawing verification.; DB2EK-3.81-8P-GN-S: Appears to be a compatible vertical header, requires drawing verification.; KF2EDGK-3.81-8P: Catalog package data is poor. Datasheet shows a compatible vertical header, but requires verification. |
| Voltage | 300V / 160V | 300V / 160V | 300V | 300V | 300V / 160V — UL/IEC ratings match.; MX15EDGK-3.81-08P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: UL rating matches.; DB2EK-3.81-8P-GN-S: UL rating matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-8P: UL rating matches. |
| Current | 8A / 7A | 8A / 7A | 8A | 8A | 8A / 7A — UL/IEC ratings match.; MX15EDGK-3.81-08P-GN01-Cu-Y-A: UL rating matches.; DB2EK-3.81-8P-GN-S: UL rating matches.; KF2EDGK-3.81-8P: UL rating matches. |
| Pitch | 3.81mm | - | 3.81mm | 3.81mm | 3.81mm — matched; DB2EK-3.81-8P-GN-S: matched; KF2EDGK-3.81-8P: matched |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for WJ15EDGKM-3.81-08P-14-00A 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.