TE Connectivity 172340-1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 172340-1 is a 9-position rectangular connector plug housing from the Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK series. This connector housing is designed for free-hanging, in-line applications with crimp contact termination and latch lock fastening. The part is classified as Active product status and is RoHS3 compliant. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are required for component replacement, inventory management, or design flexibility while maintaining connector interface compatibility.

Substiute Parts

172340-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1298172340-1 Datasheet

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172169-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 980299172169-1 Datasheet

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794194-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1352794194-1 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the TE Connectivity 172340-1 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine mechanical and electrical interchangeability:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Connector type (Plug)
• Number of positions (9)
• Pitch spacing (0.163" / 4.14mm)
• Row configuration (3 rows with 0.163" row spacing)
• Mounting type (Free Hanging, In-Line)
• Contact termination method (Crimp)
• Fastening mechanism (Latch Lock)
• Insulation material compatibility (Polyamide/Nylon)
• Operating temperature range coverage (-20°C ~ 105°C)
• Color specification (Natural)
• Moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1)

All substitute parts listed maintain these core parameters, ensuring direct mechanical and electrical compatibility with the original 172340-1 connector housing. Differences in series designation (Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK versus Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK II) do not affect the substitution validity when all electrical and mechanical parameters remain equivalent.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

172340-1 (Main Part): The original part is Active status with RoHS3 compliance. This part carries the highest regulatory certification level and is suitable for applications requiring the most current environmental standards. Operating temperature range is explicitly specified at -20°C ~ 105°C.

172169-1 (Substitute): This substitute part is Active status with RoHS compliance and maintains identical electrical and mechanical parameters to the main part, including the same operating temperature range specification (-20°C ~ 105°C). The part number differs only in the base designation (172169 versus 172340), while all functional characteristics remain equivalent. This substitute is suitable for direct replacement in applications where the main part is unavailable.

794194-1 (Substitute): This substitute part is Active status with RoHS compliance and belongs to the Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK II series. All critical mechanical parameters (position count, pitch, row configuration, mounting type, fastening mechanism) are identical to the main part. The insulation material specification is less detailed (Polyamide/Nylon without specific grade designation), and the operating temperature range is not specified in the provided data. This part is mechanically and electrically compatible but should be selected when the main part and 172169-1 are unavailable.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 172169-1 be used as a direct replacement for 172340-1?

A: Yes. The 172169-1 maintains all critical electrical and mechanical parameters: 9-position plug configuration, 0.163" (4.14mm) pitch, 3-row layout with identical row spacing, crimp termination, latch lock fastening, and identical operating temperature range (-20°C ~ 105°C). Both parts are Active status with RoHS compliance.

Q: What is the difference between 172340-1 and 794194-1?

A: Both parts are mechanically and electrically equivalent in terms of connector interface: 9-position plug, 0.163" pitch, 3-row configuration, free-hanging mounting, crimp termination, and latch lock fastening. The primary differences are: (1) 794194-1 belongs to the Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK II series versus Mini-Universal MATE-N-LOK for 172340-1, (2) insulation material specification is less detailed for 794194-1, and (3) operating temperature range is not specified for 794194-1. Both are Active status and RoHS compliant.

Q: Are all three parts interchangeable in the same application?

A: Yes, all three parts are mechanically and electrically interchangeable based on the provided parameters. They share identical connector type, position count, pitch, row configuration, mounting type, contact termination, and fastening mechanism. Selection between them should be based on availability, compliance requirements, and operating temperature specifications.

Q: What does MSL 1 (Unlimited) mean for these connector housings?

A: MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicates that these connector housings have unlimited shelf life and do not require special moisture-controlled storage conditions. This applies to all three parts in this substitution group.

Q: Do these connector housings include contacts?

A: No. All three parts (172340-1, 172169-1, and 794194-1) are connector housings only. Contacts are not included and must be sourced separately.

Q: What is the significance of the RoHS3 designation for 172340-1 versus RoHS for the substitutes?

A: RoHS3 represents the most current RoHS compliance standard. The main part 172340-1 carries RoHS3 certification, while substitutes 172169-1 and 794194-1 carry RoHS compliance. Both certifications indicate restriction of hazardous substances, with RoHS3 being the newer standard. For applications requiring the latest environmental compliance, 172340-1 is the preferred selection.