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Best Alternatives to ZX-XH2.54-5PJK

Package: Through HoleMegastarInterconnectsNumber of Positions: 5Pitch: 2.54 mmCurrent Rating: 3.0 AVoltage Rating: 250 V AC/DCOperating Temperature: -25°C to +85°C

The Megastar ZX-XH2.54-5PJK is a standard 5-pin, 2.54mm pitch straight header. Several parametrically similar alternatives are available, offering flexibility in sourcing, though mechanical verification is recommended before substitution.

AI replacement insight

Electrical risklow

Several candidates match the 3A/250V rating.

Package riskmedium

Requires verification of housing dimensions and pin lengths from datasheets.

Sourcing risklow

This is a common connector type with multiple manufacturers available.

Can it be replaced directly?

No drop-in replacement has been confirmed. However, several parts like WAFER-XH2.54-5PJK are strong candidates that require datasheet verification for mechanical fit.

Best replacement path

Verify the mechanical drawings for WAFER-XH2.54-5PJK (XUNPU) or WAFER-XH254Z-5A (HANBO), as they have the strongest parametric match.

Main risk

The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility. While pitch and pin count match, the plastic housing dimensions or locking features may differ between manufacturers.

Recommended alternatives

5
WAFER-XH2.54-5PJK package
Needs validationlow risk

A very strong alternative with a nearly identical part number and matching key specs.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorZX-XH2.54-5PJKWAFER-XH2.54-5PJKWAFER-XH254Z-5AWAFER-HA254Z-5ACompatibility / risk
Current3.0 A3 A3 A3.0 A3 A / 3.0 A — Current rating matches.; WAFER-XH254Z-5A: Current rating matches.; WAFER-HA254Z-5A: Current rating matches.; DZ254R-11-05-63: Current rating matches.
Voltage250 V AC/DC250 V250 V250 V250 V / Missing — Voltage rating matches.; WAFER-XH254Z-5A: Voltage rating matches.; WAFER-HA254Z-5A: Voltage rating matches.; DZ254R-11-05-63: Voltage rating not specified in key attributes.
Temperature-25°C to +85°C-25°C to +85°C-25°C to +85°C--25°C to +85°C — Operating temperature matches.; WAFER-XH254Z-5A: Operating temperature matches.
PackageThrough HoleThrough HoleThrough HoleThrough HoleThrough Hole — Mounting type and pin count match.; WAFER-XH254Z-5A: Mounting type and pin count match.; WAFER-HA254Z-5A: Mounting type and pin count match.; DZ254R-11-05-63: Mounting type and pin count match.
FamilyXH series--HA seriesHA series — Different series prefix (HA vs XH) may imply subtle mechanical differences.
PlatingTin (Assumed)---Gold — Gold plating is an upgrade but check compatibility with mating connector.

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Questions & answers

The strongest alternatives are WAFER-XH2.54-5PJK from XUNPU and WAFER-XH254Z-5A from HANBO. Both match the key electrical specs (5-pin, 2.54mm, 3A, 250V), but you must verify mechanical dimensions from their datasheets.