TE Connectivity 173280-8 D-Type Connector: Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 173280-8 is a 96-position D-Type board-to-board cap connector with male pins, designed for through-hole solder termination. This connector is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of active equivalent parts to maintain design continuity and ensure long-term component availability for new production and field service applications.

Substiute Parts

173280-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 831173280-8 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

6-5173280-8

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 8026-5173280-8 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete TE Connectivity 173280-8 is based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter alignment within the AMPLIMITE .050 I series. The substitute part 6-5173280-8 maintains functional equivalence through the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• 96-position configuration with 2-row layout
• 0.050 pitch x 0.100 row-to-row spacing
• 100V voltage rating
• 1A current rating per contact
• Gold contact finish for signal integrity

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• D-Type, board-to-board connector style
• Cap connector with male pins
• Through-hole solder termination
• UL94 V-0 flammability rating
• Operating temperature range -55°C ~ 105°C

Packaging and Availability:

• Substitute part 6-5173280-8 is active product status with current inventory availability
• Bulk packaging configuration

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The substitute part 6-5173280-8 is the direct equivalent for the obsolete TE Connectivity 173280-8. Selection of the substitute part is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status Alignment: The substitute part maintains active product status with current manufacturing support and inventory availability, eliminating obsolescence risk associated with the original part number.

Electrical and Mechanical Equivalence: All critical electrical parameters (voltage rating, current rating, contact configuration) and mechanical parameters (connector style, pitch, row spacing, mounting type) are identical between the main part and substitute.

Compliance Enhancement: The substitute part 6-5173280-8 achieves RoHS compliance, whereas the original part is RoHS non-compliant. This compliance improvement supports regulatory requirements for new production applications.

Contact Finish Specification: The substitute part features a thicker gold contact finish (30.0µin versus 8.00µin), which provides enhanced durability and contact reliability for extended service life applications.

Series Continuity: Both parts belong to the AMPLIMITE .050 I series, ensuring design continuity and interchangeability within existing connector ecosystems.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the substitute part 6-5173280-8 be used as a direct replacement for 173280-8 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The substitute part maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters including position count, pitch, voltage rating, current rating, operating temperature range, and flammability rating. The parts are functionally interchangeable for board-to-board solder applications.

Q: What is the difference in contact finish between the two parts?

A: The original part 173280-8 has a gold contact finish thickness of 8.00µin (0.203µm), while the substitute part 6-5173280-8 has a thicker gold finish of 30.0µin (0.76µm). The thicker finish on the substitute part provides improved contact durability and corrosion resistance.

Q: Why is the substitute part RoHS compliant while the original is not?

A: The substitute part 6-5173280-8 incorporates materials and manufacturing processes that meet RoHS directive requirements, eliminating restricted substances. This compliance status is a material difference between the two part numbers and reflects manufacturing evolution within the AMPLIMITE .050 I series.

Q: Are there any dielectric material differences between the parts?

A: Yes. The original part 173280-8 uses Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) glass-filled dielectric material, while the substitute part 6-5173280-8 uses Thermoplastic dielectric material. Both materials meet the UL94 V-0 flammability rating and support the identical operating temperature range.

Q: What is the packaging difference between the two parts?

A: The original part 173280-8 packaging is not specified in available documentation. The substitute part 6-5173280-8 is supplied in bulk packaging configuration.

Q: Are both parts suitable for high-reliability applications?

A: Both parts meet UL94 V-0 flammability requirements and support the full operating temperature range of -55°C ~ 105°C. The substitute part's thicker gold contact finish and RoHS compliance make it suitable for applications requiring enhanced reliability and regulatory compliance.

Q: What is the current inventory status for each part?

A: The original part 173280-8 has 768 pieces in stock as new original inventory. The substitute part 6-5173280-8 has 730 pieces in stock as new original inventory. The substitute part maintains active product status with ongoing manufacturing support.