TE Connectivity 104479-2 Socket Contact Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 104479-2 is a socket contact component designed for rectangular connector applications within the AMPMODU Short Point series. This crimp-style socket contact accommodates wire gauges from 20 to 24 AWG and features a tin-lead contact finish. The part is currently active in production with 3055 units available in inventory.

Identification of equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to support procurement flexibility, manage supply chain continuity, and accommodate varying compliance requirements across different application environments and regulatory jurisdictions.

Substiute Parts

104479-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 3152104479-2 Datasheet

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104479-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1578104479-8 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the TE Connectivity 104479-2 are identified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Manufacturer: TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
• Category: Rectangular Connectors
• Series: AMPMODU Short Point
• Pin or Socket: Socket
• Wire Gauge: 20-24 AWG
• Contact Termination: Crimp
• Contact Finish Thickness: 100.0µin (2.54µm)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

Allowable Variation:

• Contact Finish: Tin-Lead (original) to Tin (substitute) — both finishes are compatible within the AMPMODU Short Point series and maintain equivalent electrical and mechanical performance at the specified finish thickness.

The substitute part 104479-8 meets all mandatory matching parameters and differs only in contact finish composition, which represents a valid substitution path for applications where RoHS compliance is required or preferred.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

104479-2 Selection Criteria:

• Applications where tin-lead contact finish is specified or required
• Environments where RoHS non-compliance is acceptable or not applicable
• Legacy system designs requiring exact tin-lead composition
• Current inventory availability: 3055 units

104479-8 Selection Criteria:

• Applications requiring RoHS compliance
• New designs targeting regulatory compliance with tin finish
• Supply chain scenarios where RoHS-compliant components are mandated
• Current inventory availability: 1518 units

Both parts maintain identical mechanical compatibility, electrical performance characteristics, and crimp termination specifications within the AMPMODU Short Point series. Selection between these variants is determined by regulatory compliance requirements and contact finish specifications rather than functional performance differences.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 104479-8 be used as a direct replacement for 104479-2 in existing assemblies?

A: Yes. Both parts are socket contacts within the AMPMODU Short Point series with identical wire gauge (20-24 AWG), crimp termination, contact finish thickness (100.0µin), and mechanical dimensions. The contact finish differs (tin-lead versus tin), but both finishes are compatible within this connector series and provide equivalent electrical performance at the specified thickness.

Q: What is the primary difference between 104479-2 and 104479-8?

A: The primary difference is contact finish composition and resulting RoHS compliance status. The 104479-2 features a tin-lead finish and is RoHS non-compliant. The 104479-8 features a tin finish and is RoHS compliant. All other electrical and mechanical parameters are identical.

Q: Are there any compatibility issues when mixing 104479-2 and 104479-8 contacts in the same connector assembly?

A: No compatibility issues exist. Both contacts are mechanically and electrically compatible within AMPMODU Short Point connector housings. Mixed-finish assemblies are permissible from a technical standpoint, though design documentation should reflect the actual finish composition used.

Q: Which part should be selected for new designs?

A: Selection depends on regulatory requirements. For applications subject to RoHS regulations or where RoHS compliance is preferred, specify 104479-8. For applications where RoHS compliance is not required and tin-lead finish is specified, 104479-2 remains available.

Q: Are both parts available in the same packaging format?

A: Yes. Both 104479-2 and 104479-8 are supplied in Cut Tape (CT) packaging, ensuring consistent handling and automated assembly compatibility.

Q: What wire gauges are supported by these socket contacts?

A: Both parts support wire gauges from 20 to 24 AWG, accommodating a range of conductor sizes within standard electrical applications.