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This page groups mapped replacement options for 3540-16P-CV so buyers and engineers can compare alternatives before requesting a quote or approving a substitute.
Alternative part analysis
3540-16P-CV replacements, alternatives, and cross reference
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| Parameter Comparison Chart | Current part 3540-16P-CV Hirose |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 3540-16P-CV |
| Manufacturer | Hirose |
| Category | Connectors, Interconnects |
| Subcategory | Pluggable Connectors |
| Package | - |
| Series | 3500 |
| Key Attributes | - |
| Description | CONN MULTI-PURP PLUG 16P SLD STR |
| Lifecycle | - |
| Stock | 96,787 |
| Available | 69,141 |
| Min Order | 1 |
| Datasheet | Available |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 1 (Unlimited) |
| RoHS Status | Non-RoHS Compliant |
| ECCN Code | EAR99 |
| UL Flammability Code | 94V-0 |
| Option | GENERAL PURPOSE |
| Filter Feature | NO |
| Categories | Connectors, Interconnects |
| Contact Gender | MALE |
| Reliability | COMMERCIAL |
| Number of Conductors | ONE |
| Contact Material | Copper Alloy |
| Packaging | Bulk |
| Polarization Key | POLARIZED HOUSING |
| Mating Information | MULTIPLE MATING PARTS AVAILABLE |
| Lead Free | Contains Lead |
| Reference Standard | UL |
| Number of Positions | 16 |
| Published | 1998 |
| Wire/Cable Type | Discrete |
| Mounting Type | Free Hanging (In-Line) |
| HTS Code | 8536.69.40.30 |
| Part Status | Obsolete |
| Mount | Free Hanging |
| Contact Finish Thickness | 8.00μin 0.203μm |
| Contact Design | PREASSEM CONN |
| Plating Thickness | 79μin |
| Contact Resistance | 40mOhm |
| Body Breadth | 0.354 inch |
| Subcategory | Telecom and Datacom Connectors |
| Manufacturer | Hirose |
| Shell Material | STAINLESS STEEL |
| Contact Style | USB, SER A FLAT |
| Dielectric Withstanding Voltage | 350VAC V |
| Durability | 20000 Cycles |
| Color | Black |
| Reach Compliance Code | unknown |
| DIN Conformance | NO |
| Mixed Contacts | NO |
| MIL Conformance | NO |
| IEC Conformance | NO |
| Number of Rows | 1 |
| Termination | Solder |
| Contact Finish | Gold |
| Total Number of Contacts | 16 |
| Rated Current (Signal) | 1A |
| Empty Shell | NO |
| Operating Temperature (Max) | 85°C |
| Operating Temperature (Min) | -40°C |
| Lead Pitch | 800μm |
| Housing Material | Plastic |
| Sub-Categories | Pluggable Connectors |
| Connector Style | Plug |
| Series | 3500 |
| Pitch | 787.4μm |
| Additional Feature | BELLOWS CONTACTS, EMI/ESD PROTECTION |
| Connector Type | Multi-Purpose |
| Manufacturer's Part No. | 3540-16P-CV |
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Cross-reference FAQ
Replacement Part Questions
Short answers for teams reviewing 3540-16P-CV replacement and equivalent-part options.
Does a mapped alternative mean a guaranteed drop-in replacement for 3540-16P-CV?
Not automatically. Cross-reference mapping helps shortlist candidates, but package, electrical behavior, qualification scope, and approval rules still need to be checked before release.
Which parameters should teams compare first for 3540-16P-CV alternatives?
Start with package, series, key attributes, lifecycle status, stock position, datasheet access, and the mapped pin-to-pin or cross-reference note. Then confirm application-specific requirements in the datasheet and RFQ stage.
Can I request a quote for an alternative to 3540-16P-CV?
Yes. Use the product links or RFQ actions on this page to request pricing, availability, documentation, and sourcing support for any listed alternative part.
Is 3540-16P-CV obsolete, and what replacement should buyers review first?
Check the lifecycle row on this page first. If buyers need a fast starting point, the strongest mapped replacement currently surfaced here is , followed by the other alternatives shown in the comparison table.
Engineering support
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Package and pin compatibility
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Parameter and function gaps
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