ZX-ZH1.5-2PLT
Megastar
Needs validationhigh risk
Functional alternative from the same series with a vertical orientation instead of right-angle; requires board layout change.
Best Alternatives to ZX-ZH1.5-2PWT
ZX-ZH1.5-2PWT is a 2-pin, 1.5mm pitch right-angle SMT header from Megastar. Finding a direct replacement requires matching the exact mechanical footprint and orientation.
AI replacement insight
Package riskhigh
Pitch and mounting orientation must be identical for a drop-in replacement. No candidates matched both.
Electrical risklow
Voltage and current ratings are common for this connector type and can be easily matched.
Can it be replaced directly?
No direct, pin-compatible replacement was found. All candidates failed on critical mechanical parameters like pitch or mounting style.
Best replacement path
Use a vertical mount version like ZX-ZH1.5-2PLT if the board can be redesigned, or search for other 1.5mm pitch right-angle SMT headers.
Main risk
Mechanical incompatibility. The connector's pitch and mounting orientation are critical for PCB layout and cannot be mismatched.
Recommended alternatives
1Alternative comparison matrix
| Feature / factor | ZX-ZH1.5-2PWT | ZX-ZH1.5-2PLT | Alt 2 | Alt 3 | Compatibility / risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitch | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm — Pitch matches, which is a primary requirement. | ||
| Package | Surface Mount (Right Angle) | Surface Mount (Vertical) | Surface Mount (Vertical) — Orientation is different. Target is right-angle, candidate is vertical. Not a drop-in replacement. | ||
| Voltage | 250 V AC/DC | 250 V AC/DC | 250 V AC/DC — matched | ||
| Current | 1 A | 1 A | 1 A — matched | ||
| Temperature | -25°C to +85°C | -40°C to +105°C | -40°C to +105°C — Candidate has a wider operating temperature range. |
Application & sourcing insights
Questions & answers
The closest alternative is ZX-ZH1.5-2PLT from the same manufacturer, but it has a vertical orientation and is not a drop-in replacement.