TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 176379-2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 176379-2 is a 60 Position Connector Receptacle with outer shroud contacts, right angle mounting, and gold plating. This rectangular connector is designed for through-hole applications with board lock features and operates within the Free Height (FH) series.

The 176379-2 is classified as obsolete. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production requirements for applications currently utilizing this connector.

Substiute Parts

176379-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 739176379-2 Datasheet

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5176379-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 12445176379-2 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 176379-2 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Connector Type: Receptacle with outer shroud contacts
• Position Count: 60 positions
• Contact Pitch: 0.050" (1.27mm)
• Row Configuration: 2 rows
• Mounting Configuration: Through hole, right angle orientation
• Contact Material Finish: Gold plating at 11.8µin (0.30µm) thickness
• Board Height: 0.335" (8.50mm)
• Functional Features: Board lock capability
• Series Classification: Free Height (FH)

The substitute part 5176379-2 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all these parameters, ensuring direct functional equivalence for circuit board integration and mating interface compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 176379-2 is an obsolete product. The substitute part 5176379-2 provides identical electrical and mechanical functionality while offering significant compliance and availability advantages.

Product Status Consideration: The 5176379-2 maintains active product status with TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, ensuring ongoing supply chain support and manufacturing continuity.

Regulatory Compliance: The 5176379-2 is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, whereas the 176379-2 is RoHS non-compliant with undefined REACH status. For applications subject to environmental regulations or customer compliance requirements, the 5176379-2 satisfies current regulatory frameworks.

Functional Equivalence: Both parts share identical specifications across connector type, position count, pitch, mounting configuration, contact finish, and board height. The 5176379-2 is a direct functional replacement requiring no circuit board redesign or connector interface modification.

Inventory Availability: The 5176379-2 is available in higher quantities (1153 pieces) compared to the 176379-2 (697 pieces), supporting production scheduling and supply chain planning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5176379-2 be used as a direct replacement for the 176379-2 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 5176379-2 maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including connector type, position count, pitch, mounting configuration, contact finish thickness, and board height. No circuit board redesign is required.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The 176379-2 is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant, while the 5176379-2 is an active product that is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both parts are functionally equivalent.

Q: Are there packaging differences between the 176379-2 and 5176379-2?

A: The 176379-2 packaging is unspecified in available documentation. The 5176379-2 is supplied in tray packaging.

Q: Does the 5176379-2 have the same contact finish specifications?

A: Yes. Both parts feature gold contact finish at 11.8µin (0.30µm) thickness, ensuring equivalent electrical performance and mating characteristics.

Q: What is the moisture sensitivity level for both parts?

A: Both the 176379-2 and 5176379-2 have Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage or handling.

Q: Are both parts classified under the same export control category?

A: Yes. Both parts are classified as EAR99 and share the same HTSUS code 8536.69.4040.