TE Connectivity 176285-2 Rectangular Connector Housing Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 176285-2 is a 6-position rectangular connector receptacle housing designed for the Universal Power series. This component is a receptacle housing with male pin contact type, featuring a 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch configuration and crimp termination. The part is actively manufactured and RoHS compliant, making it suitable for applications requiring standardized rectangular connector interfaces. Substitute parts are identified when identical electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained across alternative color variants within the same product family, allowing for functional interchangeability in applications where housing color does not impact circuit performance.

Substiute Parts

176285-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 886176285-2 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

176285-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 5159176285-1 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

176285-6

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1747176285-6 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 176285-2 are identified based on strict parametric equivalence within the Universal Power connector series. The substitution logic is based on the following critical parameters that must remain identical:

• Connector Type: Receptacle
• Contact Type: Male Pin
• Number of Positions: 6
• Pitch: 0.156" (3.96mm)
• Number of Rows: 2
• Row Spacing: 0.181" (4.60mm)
• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Contact Termination: Crimp
• Fastening Type: Latch Lock
• Insulation Material: Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
• Operating Temperature Range: -30°C ~ 105°C
• Product Status: Active
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

The substitute parts 176285-1 and 176285-6 maintain all electrical and mechanical parameters identical to the main part 176285-2. The only variation is the housing color (Natural for 176285-1 and Blue for 176285-6, compared to Red for 176285-2). All three parts share the same base product number 176285 and are manufactured by TE Connectivity AMP Connectors within the Universal Power series.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—176285-2, 176285-1, and 176285-6—are active products manufactured by TE Connectivity AMP Connectors and maintain full compliance with RoHS standards. The 176285-2 (Red) and 176285-1 (Natural) are RoHS Compliant, while 176285-6 (Blue) is ROHS3 Compliant, indicating enhanced environmental compliance. All parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including connector type, contact configuration, pitch, mounting method, and operating temperature range.

Selection between these parts is determined by application requirements related to housing color identification or circuit board color-coding schemes. The 176285-1 (Natural) variant offers the highest inventory availability at 5100 pieces, followed by 176285-6 (Blue) at 1647 pieces, and 176285-2 (Red) at 799 pieces. All parts are supplied in bulk packaging and include the same MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity constraints during storage or handling.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Are the 176285-2, 176285-1, and 176285-6 electrically interchangeable?

A: Yes. All three parts maintain identical electrical specifications including connector type (receptacle), contact type (male pin), number of positions (6), pitch (0.156"), row configuration (2 rows with 0.181" spacing), contact termination (crimp), and fastening type (latch lock). The only difference is housing color.

Q: What is the functional difference between the Red (176285-2), Natural (176285-1), and Blue (176285-6) variants?

A: There is no functional difference. Housing color serves identification and circuit board color-coding purposes only. All three variants perform identically in electrical and mechanical applications.

Q: Can I substitute 176285-1 or 176285-6 for 176285-2 in my application?

A: Substitution is valid when housing color does not impact circuit performance or design requirements. All three parts are mechanically and electrically equivalent and operate within the same temperature range (-30°C ~ 105°C).

Q: What is the operating temperature range for these connector housings?

A: All three variants operate within -30°C to 105°C. This range applies to the polyamide (PA66) nylon 6/6 insulation material used in all parts.

Q: Are these parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The 176285-2 and 176285-1 are RoHS Compliant. The 176285-6 is ROHS3 Compliant, which represents an enhanced compliance standard. All three parts meet RoHS requirements.

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

A: MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicates that these parts have no moisture sensitivity constraints. They can be stored and handled without special moisture control measures or time-limited shelf life restrictions.

Q: Are contacts included with these connector housings?

A: No. All three variants are supplied as housings only. Contacts must be sourced separately and installed via crimp termination.

Q: What is the difference between RoHS Compliant and ROHS3 Compliant?

A: ROHS3 Compliant represents a more recent and stringent version of the RoHS standard with additional restricted substances. Both certifications indicate environmental compliance, with ROHS3 being the newer standard.

Q: What mounting configuration do these connectors support?

A: All three parts feature Free Hanging (In-Line) mounting type, allowing installation without requiring a panel or backplate.

Q: What is the pitch specification for these rectangular connectors?

A: The pitch is 0.156" (3.96mm), which defines the center-to-center distance between adjacent contact positions.