TE Connectivity 1-2178713-6 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 1-2178713-6 is a 16-position ribbon cable DIP header connector with IDC termination, part of the Micro-MaTch series. This connector features a vertical orientation with through-hole mounting and board guide functionality. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility for continued system support and new design implementations.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Ribbon Cable, DIP Header
Number of Positions	16
Cable Pitch	0.050" (1.27mm)
Board-Side Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Cable Termination	IDC
Contact Finish	Tin
Series	Micro-MaTch
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 1-2178713-6 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

Connector type: Ribbon Cable, DIP Header
Number of positions: 16
Cable pitch: 0.050" (1.27mm)
Board-side pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of rows: 2
Row spacing: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting type: Through Hole
Cable termination: IDC
Contact finish: Tin
Series: Micro-MaTch
RoHS compliance: ROHS3 Compliant
MSL rating: 1 (Unlimited)

The substitute parts 1-215570-6 and 8-215570-6 satisfy all mandatory matching parameters. Both parts are active products with current manufacturing status, providing direct functional replacement capability. Differences in wire gauge specification (28 AWG for substitutes versus unspecified for the main part), mounting method enhancement (Press-Fit capability), and connector color (Red versus Black) do not preclude substitution when electrical and mechanical interface requirements are met.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	1-2178713-6 (Main Part)	1-215570-6 (Substitute)	8-215570-6 (Substitute)
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Category	Rectangular Connectors	Rectangular Connectors	Rectangular Connectors
Series	Micro-MaTch	Micro-MaTch	Micro-MaTch
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active
Connector Type	Ribbon Cable, DIP Header	Ribbon Cable, DIP Header	Ribbon Cable, DIP Header
Number of Positions	16	16	16
Cable Pitch	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)	0.050" (1.27mm)
Board-Side Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Number of Rows	2	2	2
Row Spacing	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole, Press-Fit	Through Hole, Press-Fit
Cable Termination	IDC	IDC	IDC
Contact Finish	Tin	Tin	Tin
Color	Black	Red	Red
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	EAR99
HTSUS Code	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040	8536.69.4040

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Obsolete Part Replacement:

The 1-2178713-6 is classified as obsolete. Both substitute parts, 1-215570-6 and 8-215570-6, are active products with current manufacturing status and full ROHS3 compliance. Selection between the two active substitutes is based on packaging and inventory availability rather than functional differences.

1-215570-6 Characteristics:

Packaging: Cut Tape (CT)
Inventory: 6170 pieces available
REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

8-215570-6 Characteristics:

Packaging: Cut Tape (CT)
Inventory: 2276 pieces available
REACH Status: Vendor Undefined

Both substitutes provide identical electrical and mechanical interface compatibility with the obsolete 1-2178713-6. The Press-Fit mounting capability of the substitute parts represents an enhancement to the original through-hole mounting specification. Wire gauge specification (28 AWG, Stranded or Solid) is explicitly defined in the substitutes, providing additional clarity for ribbon cable applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 1-215570-6 or 8-215570-6 directly replace 1-2178713-6 in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both substitute parts maintain identical connector type, position count, pitch specifications, row configuration, mounting interface, and termination method. The electrical and mechanical interfaces are fully compatible.

Q: What is the difference between 1-215570-6 and 8-215570-6?

A: Both parts are functionally identical with matching electrical and mechanical specifications. Differences exist only in packaging designation and inventory levels. The "1-" and "8-" prefixes represent different TE Connectivity distribution channels or packaging variants.

Q: Does the color difference (Black versus Red) affect substitution?

A: Color is a visual identifier and does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility. The color difference reflects manufacturing variants within the same functional specification.

Q: Why do the substitute parts specify 28 AWG wire gauge when the original part does not?

A: The original part specification does not include wire gauge information. The substitute parts explicitly define 28 AWG (Stranded or Solid) as the supported wire gauge for ribbon cable termination. This specification clarifies the intended application range.

Q: Are the substitute parts Press-Fit capable while the original is not?

A: The original part specifies through-hole mounting only. The substitute parts support both through-hole and press-fit mounting methods. Press-fit capability is an additional feature that does not preclude standard through-hole installation.

Q: What is the inventory status for these substitutes?

A: 1-215570-6 has 6170 pieces in stock. 8-215570-6 has 2276 pieces in stock. Both are active products with current availability.

Q: Are all parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. The main part 1-2178713-6 and both substitute parts 1-215570-6 and 8-215570-6 are ROHS3 compliant with MSL rating 1 (Unlimited).

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