WAFER-XH2.54-6PJK
XUNPU
Needs validationlow risk
A cross-vendor alternative with matching key specs, series, and part number suffix, indicating a high likelihood of compatibility.
Best Alternatives to ZX-XH2.54-6PJK
Find alternatives for the Megastar ZX-XH2.54-6PJK, a 6-pin, 2.54mm pitch straight male header. This page analyzes potential replacements, highlighting key differences in electrical ratings and mechanical compatibility.
AI replacement insight
Package riskmedium
Different connector series have different housing shapes, affecting mating.
Electrical risklow
Most candidates match or exceed electrical ratings, but downgrades exist.
Can it be replaced directly?
Direct replacement for ZX-XH2.54-6PJK should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.
Best replacement path
Cross-vendor alternatives from the same 'XH' series, like XUNPU's WAFER-XH2.54-6PJK, offer the highest chance of compatibility.
Main risk
The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility. Headers from different series (e.g., HA, PZ254) may not mate correctly with the intended female connector for the target's XH series.
Recommended alternatives
4Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | ZX-XH2.54-6PJK | WAFER-XH2.54-6PJK | PZ254-1-06-Z-8.5 | P125-1106A0BS116A1 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | Through Hole, Straight | Through Hole, Straight | Through Hole, Straight | Through Hole, Straight | Through Hole, Straight — Form factor matches.; PZ254-1-06-Z-8.5: Form factor matches.; P125-1106A0BS116A1: Form factor matches.; ZX-HA2.54-6PZZ: Form factor matches. |
| Pinout | XH Series, -6PJK suffix | XH Series, -6PJK suffix | PZ254 Series | P125 Series | XH Series, -6PJK suffix / PZ254 Series / P125 Series / HA Series — Identical series and suffix strongly implies compatibility.; PZ254-1-06-Z-8.5: Different series requires mating compatibility check.; P125-1106A0BS116A1: Different series requires mating compatibility check.; ZX-HA2.54-6PZZ: Different series may affect mating. |
| Current | 3.0 A | 3 A | 3.0 A | 3 A | 3 A / 3.0 A / 2.0 A — Current rating matches.; PZ254-1-06-Z-8.5: Current rating matches.; P125-1106A0BS116A1: Current rating matches.; ZX-HA2.54-6PZZ: Significant downgrade, requires circuit analysis. |
| Voltage | 250 V | 250 V | - | - | 250 V — Voltage rating matches.; ZX-HA2.54-6PZZ: Voltage rating matches. |
| Temperature | -25°C to +85°C | -25°C to +85°C | -40°C to +105°C | -40°C to +105°C | -25°C to +85°C / -40°C to +105°C — Operating temperature range matches.; PZ254-1-06-Z-8.5: Wider temperature range is an upgrade.; P125-1106A0BS116A1: Wider temperature range is an upgrade. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
Verified drop-in options for ZX-XH2.54-6PJK 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.