XH-3PA
ZHOURI
Needs validationlow risk
A strong alternative from the common XH connector family with matching key electrical and physical parameters.
Best Alternatives to ZX-XH2.54-3PZZ-Y
ZX-XH2.54-3PZZ-Y is a standard 3-pin, 2.5mm pitch through-hole header. Several cross-vendor alternatives from the popular XH connector family exist, offering strong functional and parametric matches.
AI replacement insight
Package riskmedium
PCB footprint and housing dimensions must be verified via datasheet drawings to ensure mechanical fit.
Electrical risklow
Most candidates match key voltage and current ratings, but temperature range must be confirmed for all.
Sourcing risklow
The XH connector family is widely available from multiple vendors, reducing sourcing risk.
Can it be replaced directly?
There are several strong candidates like DEALON XH-D-3A and ZHOURI XH-3PA that match key electrical and physical parameters. However, a direct drop-in replacement can only be confirmed by comparing mechanical drawings for footprint and housing dimensions.
Best replacement path
Select a candidate with fully matched electrical specs, such as DEALON XH-D-3A, and obtain its datasheet to verify mechanical drawings against your PCB layout.
Main risk
The main risk is mechanical incompatibility. While many XH-style connectors are interchangeable, slight variations in housing dimensions or PCB footprint can prevent a proper fit.
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6Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | ZX-XH2.54-3PZZ-Y | XH-3PA | XH-D-3A | XD-XH-3A-G | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Through Hole | Through Hole | Through Hole | Through Hole | Through Hole — Mounting type matches.; XH-D-3A: Mounting type matches.; XD-XH-3A-G: Mounting type matches.; XH-3A-P: Mounting type matches. |
| Pinout | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 — Pin count and 2.5mm pitch match. Footprint requires drawing verification.; XH-D-3A: Pin count and 2.5mm pitch match. Footprint requires drawing verification.; XD-XH-3A-G: Pin count and 2.5mm pitch match. Footprint requires drawing verification.; XH-3A-P: Pin count and 2.5mm pitch match. Footprint requires drawing verification. |
| Voltage | 250 V | 250 V | 250 V | 250 V AC/DC | 250 V / 250 V AC/DC — Voltage rating matches.; XH-D-3A: Voltage rating matches.; XD-XH-3A-G: Voltage rating matches.; XH-3A-P: Voltage rating matches. |
| Current | 3.0 A | 3 A | 3.0 A | 3 A | 3 A / 3.0 A — Current rating matches.; XH-D-3A: Current rating matches.; XD-XH-3A-G: Current rating matches.; XH-3A-P: Current rating matches. |
| Temperature | -25°C to +85°C | -25°C to +85°C | -25°C to +85°C | missing | -25°C to +85°C / missing — Operating temperature range matches.; XH-D-3A: Operating temperature range matches.; XD-XH-3A-G: Operating temperature not found in structured data.; XH-3A-P: Operating temperature not found in structured data. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
The best alternatives are typically other XH-family connectors with matching specs. Candidates like DEALON XH-D-3A and ZHOURI XH-3PA are strong matches, but you must verify their mechanical drawings against your design's requirements before purchasing.