How do the Molex 4179 Series variants differ?

Molex 4179 Series part numbers differ by contact finish thickness - mating, contact length - post, insulation height and mounting type. Use the selection guide above to pick by contact finish thickness - mating.

How many Molex 4179 Series part numbers are listed?

10 Molex 4179 Series part numbers are listed, each with specifications and a datasheet where available.

Molex 4179 Series

10 variants · Molex

About the Molex 4179 Series

The Molex 4179 Series series groups 10 related part numbers, each listed with full specifications, a datasheet where available, and an RFQ option. Every variant in the range shares a common applications of Automotive, General Purpose, Industrial, Medical, Telecommunications, connector type of Header and contact finish - mating of Gold. Variants differ by contact finish thickness - mating, contact length - post and insulation height, so you can match the exact contact finish thickness - mating your application requires using the selection guide below. All listed Molex 4179 Series part numbers are active and orderable.

Select a variant by

Contact finish thickness - mating: 15.0µin (0.38µm) · 30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact length - post: 0.140\" (3.56mm) · 0.156\" (3.96mm)
Insulation height: 0.394\" (10.00mm) · 0.446\" (11.33mm)
Mounting type: Through Hole · Through Hole, Right Angle
Positions: 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 · 10

Shared specifications

Applications: Automotive, General Purpose, Industrial, Medical, Telecommunications
Connector type: Header
Contact finish - mating: Gold
Contact finish - post: Tin
Contact finish thickness - post: 100.0µin (2.54µm)
Contact length - mating: 0.450\" (11.43mm)
Contact shape: Square
Fastening type: Friction Lock
Gender: Male Pin
Insulation color: Natural
Insulation material: Polyester, Glass Filled
Material flammability rating: UL94 V-0

Variant comparison

Parameter	417910832	417910833	417910834	417910836	417910840	417910850
Contact finish thickness - mating	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)
Contact length - post	0.140\" (3.56mm)	0.140\" (3.56mm)	0.140\" (3.56mm)	0.140\" (3.56mm)	0.140\" (3.56mm)	0.140\" (3.56mm)
Insulation height	0.446\" (11.33mm)	0.446\" (11.33mm)	0.446\" (11.33mm)	0.446\" (11.33mm)	0.446\" (11.33mm)	0.446\" (11.33mm)
Mounting type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Positions	2	3	4	6	10	3

Request a quote on any Molex 4179 Series part number and we confirm price, availability and lead time per line — including end-of-life and allocation-constrained variants.

Frequently asked questions

How do the Molex 4179 Series variants differ?: Molex 4179 Series part numbers differ by contact finish thickness - mating, contact length - post, insulation height and mounting type. Use the selection guide above to pick by contact finish thickness - mating.
How many Molex 4179 Series part numbers are listed?: 10 Molex 4179 Series part numbers are listed, each with specifications and a datasheet where available.
How do I get pricing and lead time for Molex 4179 Series?: Request a quote (RFQ) for any Molex 4179 Series part number and we confirm price, availability and lead time per line — including end-of-life and hard-to-find variants.