Molex 0190170072 Quick Connect Female Crimp Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 0190170072 is a 0.187" (4.75mm) quick connect female crimp connector designed for 14-16 AWG wire termination with non-mating end insulation. This connector is part of the InsulKrimp series and is classified as Active product status. Alternative equivalent parts may be required due to inventory availability, lead time considerations, or specific application requirements while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

0190170072

MolexIn Stock: 9890190170072 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

640918-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 11579640918-1 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 0190170072 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

• Tab width: 0.187" (4.75mm)
• Tab thickness: 0.020" (0.51mm)
• Tab length: 0.250" (6.35mm)
• Wire gauge range: 14-16 AWG
• Gender: Female
• Termination method: Crimp
• Insulation configuration: Non-Mating End Insulated
• Contact material: Brass
• RoHS compliance: ROHS3 Compliant

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors part number 640918-1 meets all critical substitution criteria. Both connectors share identical tab dimensions, wire gauge compatibility, gender, termination method, insulation type, and contact material composition. Both are ROHS3 compliant and maintain Active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Molex 0190170072 and TE Connectivity 640918-1 are Active status products with ROHS3 compliance and EAR99 ECCN classification. Selection between these connectors should be based on:

• Packaging format requirements: Molex is supplied in Tape & Reel format; TE Connectivity is supplied in Cut Tape format
• Inventory availability and lead time
• Overall length tolerance: Molex 0.789" versus TE Connectivity 0.800"
• Insulation diameter accommodation: TE Connectivity accommodates a wider insulation diameter range (0.170" versus 0.140")
• Contact finish specification: Molex uses Electro-Tin; TE Connectivity uses standard Tin

Both connectors are electrically and mechanically interchangeable for 14-16 AWG quick connect applications with identical tab geometry and crimp termination specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the Molex 0190170072 and TE Connectivity 640918-1 mechanically interchangeable?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical tab width (0.187"), tab thickness (0.020"), and tab length (0.250"), enabling direct mechanical substitution in quick connect receptacle applications.

Q: What is the significance of the overall length difference (0.789" versus 0.800")?

A: The 0.011" (0.28mm) difference falls within standard manufacturing tolerances for crimp connectors and does not affect functional compatibility or mating performance.

Q: How do the insulation diameters differ, and does this affect wire compatibility?

A: The Molex connector specifies 0.140" insulation diameter while the TE Connectivity connector specifies 0.170". Both accommodate the 14-16 AWG wire gauge range. The TE Connectivity connector provides greater accommodation for wire insulation variations within this gauge range.

Q: What is the difference between Electro-Tin and standard Tin contact finish?

A: Both finishes provide corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity suitable for quick connect applications. Electro-Tin (Molex) and standard Tin (TE Connectivity) are functionally equivalent for this connector category.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical or mechanical performance?

A: No. Tape & Reel (TR) and Cut Tape (CT) packaging formats are logistics and handling considerations only. They do not affect connector electrical or mechanical specifications.

Q: Are both connectors RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the Molex 0190170072 and TE Connectivity 640918-1 are ROHS3 compliant.