Molex 1720640010 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Molex 1720640010 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole, right-angle board-to-cable/wire applications. This shrouded 10-position connector operates at a 0.224" (5.70mm) pitch and features male pins with gold-plated mating contacts and tin-plated posts. The connector is classified as Active product status and is widely used in automotive, general purpose, industrial, and telecommunications applications. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary when managing supply chain continuity, optimizing inventory costs, or addressing component availability constraints.

Substiute Parts

1720640010

MolexIn Stock: 14671720640010 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

10146997-10100LF

Amphenol ICC (FCI)In Stock: 92810146997-10100LF Datasheet

DirectRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the Molex 1720640010 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type: Header
• Contact Type: Male Pin
• Pitch - Mating: 0.224" (5.70mm)
• Number of Positions: 10
• Number of Rows: 2
• Row Spacing - Mating: 0.224" (5.70mm)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• Shrouding: Shrouded - 4 Wall
• Termination: Solder
• Insulation Material: Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)

The Amphenol ICC (FCI) part number 10146997-10100LF meets all critical substitution parameters. Both connectors share identical mating pitch, position count, row configuration, mounting orientation, shrouding design, and termination method. Both utilize LCP insulation material and maintain UL94 V-0 flammability compliance. The substitute part is classified as Active product status and maintains full compatibility with applications requiring the Molex 1720640010 specification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the Molex 1720640010 and Amphenol ICC 10146997-10100LF are Active product status connectors suitable for direct substitution. The Molex part carries ROHS3 Compliant certification, while the Amphenol ICC part carries RoHS Compliant certification. Both connectors meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and maintain MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification. The Amphenol ICC substitute includes explicit Halogen Free designation in its insulation material specification, which may be relevant for applications with specific environmental or regulatory requirements. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical interface parameters, ensuring functional compatibility in board-to-cable/wire applications requiring 0.224" (5.70mm) pitch, 10-position, right-angle through-hole headers with shrouded 4-wall design.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Amphenol ICC 10146997-10100LF be used as a direct replacement for the Molex 1720640010?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical mating pitch (0.224" / 5.70mm), position count (10), row configuration (2 rows), mounting type (through-hole right-angle), shrouding design (4-wall), and termination method (solder). The connectors are mechanically and electrically compatible for board-to-cable/wire applications.

Q: What are the key differences between these two connectors?

A: The primary differences are manufacturer series designation (Mega-Fit versus Minitek® Pwr 5.7), contact material specification (Copper versus Copper Alloy), and insulation material detail (standard LCP versus LCP with explicit Halogen Free designation). Both maintain identical pitch, position count, mounting orientation, and flammability compliance.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences?

A: The Molex part is ROHS3 Compliant, while the Amphenol ICC part is RoHS Compliant. Both meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements. The Amphenol ICC part includes Halogen Free insulation material specification. Both carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity classification and EAR99 export control classification.

Q: What applications are these connectors suitable for?

A: The Molex 1720640010 is specified for automotive, general purpose, industrial, and telecommunications applications. The Amphenol ICC 10146997-10100LF is specified for general purpose, medical, military, and telecommunications applications. Both are suitable for general purpose and telecommunications use cases.

Q: Are the physical dimensions identical?

A: Yes. Both connectors share identical contact length post (0.142" / 3.60mm), insulation height (0.572" / 14.53mm), and contact finish thickness specifications (15.0µin mating, 100.0µin post).