TE Connectivity 1624191-3 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 1624191-3 is a 1k Ohm, 1/5W carbon linear potentiometer designed for through-hole mounting applications. This component features a single gang configuration with top adjustment, 300° rotation, and PC pin termination with board locks. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent components for ongoing production and maintenance applications.

Substiute Parts

1624191-3

TE Connectivity Passive ProductIn Stock: 11931624191-3 Datasheet

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2176394-2

TE Connectivity Passive ProductIn Stock: 10172176394-2 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete TE Connectivity 1624191-3 is based on electrical and mechanical parameter alignment. The substitute part must satisfy the following critical parameters:

• Resistance Value: 1k Ohm (exact match required)
• Power Rating: 0.2W, 1/5W (exact match required)
• Tolerance: ±20% (exact match required)
• Taper Type: Linear (exact match required)
• Number of Turns: 1 (exact match required)
• Rotation: 300° (exact match required)
• Resistive Material: Carbon (exact match required)
• Termination Style: PC Pins, Board Locks (exact match required)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole (exact match required)
• Adjustment Type: Top Adjustment (exact match required)

The TE Connectivity 2176394-2 meets all critical electrical and mechanical parameters, establishing it as a direct functional equivalent for the obsolete 1624191-3.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity 2176394-2 is the direct equivalent for the obsolete 1624191-3. Selection of this substitute is based on the following factors:

Product Status: The 2176394-2 maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability and supply chain reliability compared to the obsolete 1624191-3.

Electrical Equivalence: All critical electrical parameters—resistance value, power rating, tolerance, and taper—are identical between the main part and substitute.

Mechanical Compatibility: Termination style, mounting type, rotation angle, and adjustment mechanism are fully compatible, enabling direct board-level substitution without design modification.

Regulatory Compliance: Both parts share identical ECCN and HTSUS classifications, maintaining consistent export and tariff treatment.

RoHS Compliance: The 2176394-2 is certified RoHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic component manufacturing and distribution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 2176394-2 be used as a direct replacement for the 1624191-3 on existing circuit boards?

A: Yes. The 2176394-2 matches all critical electrical and mechanical parameters of the 1624191-3, including resistance value, power rating, tolerance, taper, rotation, termination style, and mounting type. No circuit board redesign is required.

Q: What is the primary reason for substitution?

A: The 1624191-3 is classified as obsolete. The 2176394-2 is an active product from the same manufacturer, ensuring continued component availability for production and field replacement applications.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The 1624191-3 packaging specification is not provided in the available data. The 2176394-2 is supplied in bulk packaging. Confirm packaging requirements with your procurement department.

Q: Do both parts meet the same regulatory standards?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8533.40.8070) classifications. The 2176394-2 is RoHS3 compliant, meeting current environmental standards.

Q: What parameters must match for substitution to be valid?

A: Substitution requires matching of resistance value, power rating, tolerance, taper type, number of turns, rotation angle, resistive material, termination style, mounting type, and adjustment type. All these parameters are identical between the 1624191-3 and 2176394-2.

Q: Is the temperature coefficient specification critical for substitution?

A: The temperature coefficient for the 2176394-2 is not specified in the available data. The 1624191-3 specifies ±500ppm/°C. Confirm temperature coefficient requirements for your specific application before final component selection.