USB 3.0 AF Female DIP 90° Side Insert Reverse Curly Edge, Nickel-Plated, 1.5A High Current Connector Direct Replacement for Molex 484040003
Product Highlights
✅ Signal & Power Stability
- Base spec: USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps); upgrade optional USB4.0 / 10Gbps variant
- High-current stable power delivery, customizable up to 100W PD; industrial version supports 240W PD
- Optional IPX7 / IPX8 waterproof version for wet, splash, outdoor scenarios
✅ Multiple PCB Mounting Options
- SMT / THR Through-Hole Reflow / Double Row SMT available for different assembly lines
- Reinforced shell locking & anchor pin design solves a core pain point: pin peel-off / pad lifting & pin fracture after frequent plugging
✅ Differentiated Mechanical Reinforcement
- Reverse curly edge shell structure, anti-warping, uniform insertion force
- High-temp LCP housing, halogen-free UL94V-0, compatible with standard reflow profile
Technical Specifications Table
| Item |
Details |
| Electrical Performance |
Rated Current: 1.5A (custom high-current 3A/5A available)
Rated Voltage: 30V AC
Contact Resistance: ≤30mΩ
Insulation Resistance: ≥1000MΩ
Withstand Voltage: 500V AC, 1min no breakdown
Signal: USB3.2 Gen1, backward compatible USB2.0 |
| Mechanical Performance |
Mating Cycles: 5000 cycles min
Insertion Force: 5–35N
Withdrawal Force: 1–20N
Shell retention: Reinforced anti-peel anchor pins
Orientation: 90° right angle, side entry, reverse curly edge |
| Material & Plating |
Housing: LCP, UL94V-0, Halogen-free
Contact: Phosphor bronze
Mating area: Selective gold plating
Shell: Nickel plated
Terminal tail: Tin plating |
| Environmental Spec |
Operating Temp: -20℃ ~ +85℃
Storage Temp: -40℃ ~ +105℃
Humidity: 5% ~ 90% RH non-condensing
Salt spray: 48 h (custom 96 h available) |
| Soldering Guide |
DIP wave soldering / THR reflow / SMT reflow
Max reflow temperature: 255℃ peak
Supports standard IPC reflow profile |
Compatible & Cross Reference
Direct drop-in replacement for Molex 484040003. Interchangeable footprint, same PCB landing, no board redesign required. Alternative cross-reference: JST, TE equivalent USB3.0 AF 90° side insert series.
Note: We provide footprint drawing & 3D STEP for your PCB verification before layout.


Product Features
- Reverse curly edge shielding shell, excellent EMI shielding, reduces crosstalk for high-speed USB signal
- Reinforced anchor pins distribute plugging force to PCB substrate, preventing pad peeling & pin breakage on long-term frequent mating
- Nickel-plated shell, anti-rust, stable grounding performance
- High-temp LCP plastic, no melt/deformation during reflow
- Multiple termination options: SMT / THR / DIP, match your SMT or wave soldering line
- Optional IPX7 / IPX8 waterproof upgrade for rugged applications
- High-current stable power transmission, low temperature rise under continuous charging
Product Advantage
- Engineer pain point solved: Reinforced anti-peel structure, greatly reduces field failure caused by repeated plug & pull
- Flexible assembly: One model platform supports SMT, THR, DIP; reduces your connector part number SKU
- Stable high-speed signal: Controlled impedance design, consistent 5Gbps transmission without packet loss
- Cost & lead-time advantage: Alternative to Molex, stable supply, no long 14-week factory backlog
- Full test report available: Life test, salt spray, temperature cycling, hi-pot, contact resistance test data provided
- Customizable: Current upgrade, gold plating thickness, waterproof version, pin modification are supported
Application
Industrial control panels,
embedded mainboards,
POS terminals,
gaming devices,
smart storage,
medical equipment,
surveillance devices,
portable chargers,
communication gateways,
test & measurement instruments,
consumer electronics.


Packaging
Standard: Tape & Reel (Reel packing), ready for automatic pick-and-place SMT machine, direct loading on your production line. Tray packing available as an optional request.
Lead Time & Sample Policy
- Sample: 3 working days
- Bulk order: 1–3 weeks, depending on quantity & customization
- MOQ: Low MOQ for standard models
- Free samples available, fast sample release for engineering validation
Selection Guide for Engineers
- Frequent plugging scenario: Choose THR reinforced anchor pin version to avoid PCB pad peeling
- Auto SMT mass production: Select SMT / Tape & Reel packaging
- High power PD charging: Request high-current contact upgrade
- Outdoor/wet environment: Specify IPX7 / IPX8 waterproof variant
- High reliability industrial project: Confirm gold plating thickness & salt spray requirement
- Always validate the sample before mass production; we can provide accelerated life test data for your qualification
Custom Service
Certifications: ISO9001, RoHS, REACH, UL file available. Custom service:
- Adjust gold plating thickness
- High current upgrade (3A/5A)
- IPX7 / IPX8 waterproof modified version
- Custom pin length, shell shape, stacking version
- Provide drawings, 3D STEP, test report, PPAP file for industrial/medical projects
Custom pin assignment, waterproof structure modification, housing surface treatment, customized logo, special plating requirements.

About us & Manufacturing Capability
We are a professional precision connector manufacturer focusing on USB, FPC, BTB, Type-C, and high-speed interconnect components.
- Automatic high-speed stamping, injection molding, 3D CCD full inspection
- In-house reliability lab for mating cycle, salt spray, thermal shock, and impedance testing
- Independent tooling workshop, fast mold modification
- Stable supply chain, strict IQC/IPQC/FQC quality control
- Support long-term NPI program, formal PCN notification mechanism
Quality Guarantee
Rigorous production and quality checks in each section, providing 6 6-year warranty for all our Female Connectors.
Responding within 24 hours
All inquiries will be replied to within 24 hours on working days.


Why Choose Us?
1) Provide the perfect after-sales service for all our clients
2) Well-trained and experienced staff to answer all your inquiries in fluent English.
3) OEM and ODM: For any of your customized female connectors, we can help you design and put them into production
4) Distributor ships are offered for your unique design and some of our current models
5) Protection of your sales area, ideas of design, and all your private information
FAQ
Q1: Does this Type-C connector support 40Gbps data transmission?
A: The connector structure supports USB4/high-speed Type-C applications up to 40Gbps when matched with compatible controllers, cables, and system designs.
Q2: Is this connector waterproof?
A: Yes. This series uses a sealed waterproof structure. The final IP rating depends on the specific sealing design and customer requirements.
Q3: What is the current rating of this USB Type-C connector?
A: The connector supports up to a 5A current rating for VBUS applications, depending on the selected specification.
Q4: Can this connector be customized?
A: Yes. Customization options include:
- Waterproof structure
- PCB mounting design
- Contact plating thickness
- Shell design
- Mechanical dimensions
Q5: What industries commonly use this connector?
A: Typical applications include:
- Industrial electronics
- AI edge devices
- Automotive electronics
- Outdoor IoT equipment
- Smart terminals
- High-speed computing peripherals