NorComp 170-015-272-000 D-Sub Receptacle Housing Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The NorComp 170-015-272-000 is a D-Sub receptacle housing for female contacts in a 15-position, 2-row configuration (Shell Size 2, DA/A layout). This connector housing is designed for free-hanging, in-line mounting applications with a steel, tin/zinc plated shell. The part is currently obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute components essential for ongoing system support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

170-015-272-000

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 985170-015-272-000 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

170-015-273L000

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 1500170-015-273L000 Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the 170-015-272-000 is determined by the following critical parameters that must remain constant:

• Connector Style: D-Sub
• Connector Type: Receptacle for Female Contacts
• Number of Positions: 15
• Number of Rows: 2
• Shell Size, Connector Layout: 2 (DA, A)
• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Flange Feature: Housing/Shell (Unthreaded)
• Contact Type: Signal
• Color: Black

The substitute part 170-015-273L000 maintains all these critical parameters, ensuring mechanical and electrical compatibility. Variations in shell finish material, operating temperature range, packaging format, and compliance status are permitted within the substitution relationship, as these do not affect the core connector interface or mounting characteristics.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 170-015-273L000 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 170-015-272-000. Both parts share identical connector interface specifications, ensuring drop-in compatibility in existing applications.

The substitute part offers the following advantages:

• Active product status with confirmed inventory availability
• Extended operating temperature range (-50°C to 125°C versus -50°C to 100°C)
• ROHS3 compliance, meeting current regulatory requirements
• Specified dielectric material (PBT) for improved consistency
• Nickel plating provides enhanced corrosion resistance compared to tin/zinc plating

Selection of the 170-015-273L000 is appropriate for new designs and replacement applications where regulatory compliance and extended temperature performance are required. The tin/zinc plated variant (170-015-272-000) may be retained only in legacy systems where RoHS non-compliance is acceptable and the lower temperature rating is sufficient.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 170-015-273L000 be used as a direct replacement for the 170-015-272-000?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain identical connector interface specifications including shell size, position count, row configuration, and mounting type. The substitute is mechanically and electrically compatible.

Q: What is the difference in shell finish between these parts?

A: The 170-015-272-000 uses tin/zinc plating, while the 170-015-273L000 uses nickel plating. Nickel plating provides superior corrosion resistance and is the preferred finish for modern applications.

Q: Does the operating temperature difference affect compatibility?

A: No. The 170-015-273L000 has an extended operating range (-50°C to 125°C) compared to the 170-015-272-000 (-50°C to 100°C). This represents an improvement and does not restrict compatibility in applications using the original part's temperature range.

Q: What is the significance of the RoHS3 compliance on the substitute part?

A: RoHS3 compliance indicates the substitute meets current European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances regulations. The original part is RoHS non-compliant. Selection of the compliant substitute is necessary for applications subject to RoHS requirements.

Q: Are the packaging formats interchangeable?

A: Packaging format does not affect connector functionality or compatibility. The substitute is supplied in tray packaging, which is standard for active production parts. Packaging selection is determined by procurement and inventory management requirements, not technical compatibility.

Q: Is the dielectric material specification important for substitution?

A: The substitute specifies PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) as the dielectric material. This provides documented material consistency. The original part does not specify dielectric material. PBT is a standard material for D-Sub housings and does not restrict compatibility.