5084-2040 Molex In Stock
Molex 5084-2040 is a 4-way female receptacle connector in the MLX series by Molex. Key specs: 4-position single-row housing, 4.2 mm pitch, rated 5A per contact. Available in stock with worldwide shipping for automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics wire-to-board applications.
- Manufacturer
- Molex
- Package
- —
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- N/A
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of 5084-2040?
- 4-position MLX series female receptacle with 4.2 mm pitch for reliable wire-to-board connections
- Rated 5A per contact for robust power and signal transmission in demanding environments
- Polarized, locking housing design prevents mismating and ensures secure connections under vibration
What is 5084-2040 used for?
The Molex 5084-2040 MLX series 4-way female receptacle is used in automotive wiring harnesses, industrial machinery, and consumer appliance control boards requiring secure, multi-circuit wire-to-board connections. Its 4-position, 4.2 mm pitch layout accommodates both power and signal lines in a single connector, simplifying cable assembly. The locking housing ensures reliable mating in vibration-prone environments such as motor drives and HVAC control units.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
What are equivalent replacements for 5084-2040?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Molex 5084-2040 support a harness circuit drawing close to 5 A per contact?
The fetched context identifies a 5 A per-contact rating, but designers should derate for ambient temperature, wire size, contact resistance, and the number of simultaneously loaded circuits.
Which mating and ordering checks are important for the 5084-2040 receptacle?
Buyers should verify the exact 5084-2040 housing, compatible terminals and mating part, the documented 5 A contact requirement, packaging quantities, and traceable Molex production lots before release.
What applications are a sensible fit for this female receptacle housing?
The 5 A per-contact context makes 5084-2040 relevant to wire-to-board power and control harnesses in appliances, industrial equipment, and vehicles, provided mating compatibility and environmental limits are validated.
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