Molex Connector Alternatives

Alternatives to Molex connectors serve as comparable substitutes, offering a cost-effective solution to replace pricier Molex connectors. These alternatives are primarily produced by manufacturers in China. Over the past decade, numerous well-known brands & manufacturers have transitioned from using Molex connectors to adopting their more cost-effective alternatives due to their:

Cost-effective (the prices are much lower than you buy from Digikey or Mouser)
Stable Supply and Shorter Lead Times (lead time is 2-4 weeks in stead of 30+ weeks, and obsolescence-free)
Flexibility and Customization (allowing for specific designs or modifications to meet unique application needs)

Popular Molex Connector Alternatives

Mini fit

Known for its use in PC power supplies, like the 24-pin ATX motherboard connector, with a current rating up to 9.0A. It’s a standard in computing, making it highly popular.

Micro-Fit 3.0

Popular in consumer electronics and medical devices, with a 3.00mm pitch and current rating up to 8.5A, ideal for space-constrained applications.

Picoblade

Used in portable devices and medical equipment, with a 1.25mm pitch and current rating up to 1.0A, perfect for high-density needs.

Mega-Fit

Designed for high-power applications, with a current rating up to 30.0A, suitable for industrial and automotive uses.

Duraclik

Popular in automotive for its durability, with a 2.00mm pitch and current rating up to 3.0A.

Used in wire-to-wire connections, with a 2.54mm pitch and current rating up to 3.0A, suitable for general-purpose applications.

Pico-SPOX

A 1.5mm pitch wire-to-board connector, rated at 2.5A per circuit. Its dual-point contact and friction lock ensure reliability, ideal for compact, high-current applications.

Picoflex

A 1.27mm pitch connector for high-density ribbon cables, rated at 1.2A per circuit. It features locking and strain relief, perfect for harsh, space-constrained environments.