TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-207120-2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1-207120-2 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This connector features a 12-position configuration with 0.197" (5.00mm) pitch spacing across 3 rows, suitable for board-to-board or cable interconnection in automotive, general purpose, and industrial applications. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives to maintain design continuity and ensure ongoing component availability for production and service applications.

Substiute Parts

1-207120-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 6881-207120-2 Datasheet

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207120-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1547207120-8 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 1-207120-2 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• Voltage Rating: 600V
• Current Rating: 7.5A
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 130°C

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• Connector Type: Header
• Number of Positions: 12
• Number of Rows: 3
• Pitch - Mating: 0.197" (5.00mm)
• Row Spacing - Mating: 0.197" (5.00mm)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Shrouding: Shrouded - 4 Wall
• Fastening Type: Latch Lock
• Insulation Material: Polyamide (PA), Nylon
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0

Functional Parameters:

• Style: Board to Board or Cable
• Termination: Solder
• Contact Type: Male Pin
• Contact Shape: Circular
• Contact Material: Brass

The substitute part 207120-8 maintains full equivalence across all critical mechanical, electrical, and functional parameters while offering active product status and improved compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 207120-8 is the direct active substitute for the obsolete 1-207120-2. Selection of the 207120-8 is supported by the following engineering factors:

Product Status: The 207120-8 maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability, technical support, and manufacturing consistency. The 1-207120-2 is classified as obsolete, creating supply chain risk for new production and service applications.

Compliance and Certifications: The 207120-8 is ROHS3 compliant, meeting current regulatory requirements for restricted substances. This compliance status is essential for applications subject to environmental regulations in automotive, industrial, and general purpose markets.

Mechanical and Electrical Equivalence: The 207120-8 maintains full dimensional and electrical compatibility with the 1-207120-2 across all critical parameters including connector geometry, pitch spacing, voltage rating (600V), current rating (7.5A), and operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 130°C).

Contact Finish Specification: The 207120-8 features gold plating on mating contacts (30.0µin / 0.76µm) compared to tin plating on the 1-207120-2 (100.0µin / 2.54µm). Gold plating provides enhanced corrosion resistance and contact reliability in demanding automotive and industrial environments.

Position Loading: The 207120-8 is supplied with all 12 positions loaded, compared to 10 positions on the 1-207120-2, providing complete connector functionality without additional assembly requirements.

Inventory Availability: The 207120-8 demonstrates higher inventory availability (1471 Pcs) compared to the 1-207120-2 (658 Pcs), supporting production scheduling and supply chain continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 207120-8 be used as a direct replacement for the 1-207120-2 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 207120-8 maintains full mechanical and electrical compatibility with the 1-207120-2. All critical parameters including connector type, position count, pitch spacing, voltage rating, current rating, operating temperature range, and mounting configuration are identical. The connector footprint and mating interface are equivalent.

Q: What is the difference between the tin and gold contact finishes?

A: The 1-207120-2 features tin plating (100.0µin / 2.54µm) on mating contacts, while the 207120-8 features gold plating (30.0µin / 0.76µm). Gold plating provides superior corrosion resistance and contact reliability, particularly in automotive and industrial applications subject to environmental exposure and thermal cycling.

Q: Why does the 207120-8 have all positions loaded while the 1-207120-2 has only 10 positions loaded?

A: The 207120-8 is supplied as a fully populated 12-position connector, eliminating the need for selective position loading during assembly. This configuration reduces assembly complexity and ensures consistent connector functionality across all 12 positions.

Q: Is the 207120-8 compliant with current environmental regulations?

A: Yes. The 207120-8 is ROHS3 compliant, meeting current restrictions on hazardous substances. The 1-207120-2 is listed as "Not applicable" for RoHS status, reflecting its obsolete classification prior to widespread RoHS implementation.

Q: What is the packaging difference between these parts?

A: The 1-207120-2 packaging specification is not provided in the technical data. The 207120-8 is supplied in Tray packaging, which is standard for active production components and facilitates automated assembly processes.

Q: Are there any thermal or electrical performance differences between the two parts?

A: No. Both parts maintain identical operating temperature range (-55°C ~ 130°C), voltage rating (600V), and current rating (7.5A). Thermal and electrical performance characteristics are equivalent.

Q: Can the 207120-8 be used in automotive applications?

A: Yes. The 207120-8 is rated for automotive applications, along with general purpose and industrial use. The connector meets UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and maintains the same environmental specifications as the 1-207120-2.

Q: What is the base product number relationship between these parts?

A: Both the 1-207120-2 and 207120-8 share the base product number 207120. The different suffixes (-2 and -8) indicate manufacturing variations or packaging configurations within the same product family. The 207120-8 represents the current active variant.