TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 119200-8 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 119200-8 is a 44 Position Female Card Edge Connector designed for dual edge applications with 0.125" (3.18mm) pitch spacing. This connector features press-fit termination, gold-plated phosphor bronze contacts, and a black polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) glass-filled insulation body. The component is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives to maintain design continuity and ensure supply chain availability for new production and repair applications.

Substiute Parts

119200-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 830119200-8 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

746-044-540-201

Mercury United Electronics, Inc.In Stock: 1184746-044-540-201 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TE Connectivity 119200-8 with the Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 is based on electrical and mechanical parameter alignment within the card edge connector category. Both connectors maintain identical specifications for the following critical parameters: 44 total positions organized in 2 rows, 0.125" (3.18mm) pitch, female gender configuration, dual edge read-out, through-hole mounting, black color, and gold contact finish at 30.0µin (0.76µm) thickness. Card thickness tolerance ranges are compatible, with the substitute accommodating the main part's specified range of 0.054" ~ 0.071" (1.37mm ~ 1.80mm) within its own tolerance of 0.054" ~ 0.070" (1.37mm ~ 1.78mm). Both connectors utilize press-fit termination as a primary connection method, ensuring mechanical and electrical compatibility in existing PCB designs.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 serves as a direct functional equivalent to the obsolete TE Connectivity 119200-8 for new production applications and design updates. The substitute part maintains all critical electrical and mechanical parameters required for card edge connector applications at 0.125" pitch with 44 positions in dual-row configuration. The 746-044-540-201 provides enhanced regulatory compliance, achieving ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status, compared to the non-compliant status of the original part. The substitute connector supports both press-fit and wire wrap termination methods, providing additional flexibility in assembly processes. For applications requiring strict adherence to original specifications without regulatory updates, the 119200-8 remains available in inventory (752 pieces) as a legacy component. For new designs and production requiring current regulatory compliance, the 746-044-540-201 is the appropriate selection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 be used as a direct replacement for the TE Connectivity 119200-8 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical electrical and mechanical specifications for position count (44), row configuration (2), pitch (0.125"), gender (female), card type (dual edge), contact finish (gold at 30.0µin), and mounting method (through-hole press-fit). Card thickness tolerances are compatible within the specified ranges.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two connectors?

A: The primary differences are product status and regulatory compliance. The TE Connectivity 119200-8 is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant, while the Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 is an active product with ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status. The substitute also offers wire wrap as an additional termination option.

Q: Are there any card thickness compatibility concerns when substituting these parts?

A: No. The TE Connectivity 119200-8 specifies card thickness of 0.054" ~ 0.071" (1.37mm ~ 1.80mm). The Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 accommodates 0.054" ~ 0.070" (1.37mm ~ 1.78mm). The substitute's tolerance range fully covers the lower end of the original specification, ensuring mechanical compatibility.

Q: Does the substitute connector support the same termination method?

A: Yes. Both connectors support press-fit termination. The substitute additionally supports wire wrap termination, providing expanded assembly options without compromising press-fit compatibility.

Q: What is the inventory status for each connector?

A: The TE Connectivity 119200-8 has 752 pieces in stock as a new original component. The Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 has 1136 pieces in stock, packaged in boxes.

Q: Are there contact material differences between these connectors?

A: Yes. The TE Connectivity 119200-8 uses phosphor bronze contacts, while the Mercury United Electronics 746-044-540-201 uses copper alloy contacts. Both are gold-plated at identical thickness (30.0µin) and provide equivalent electrical performance for card edge connector applications.