TE Connectivity 206798-2 D-Sub Connector Plug 15 Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity Aerospace, Defense and Marine 206798-2 is a D-Sub housing plug connector for 15-position male contacts in the AMPLIMITE 109 series. This connector is a 2-row, shell size 2 (DA, A) D-shaped connector designed for free-hanging in-line mounting applications with signal contact functionality. The part is discontinued at DiGi Electronics, necessitating identification of equivalent substitute components that maintain functional and mechanical compatibility while offering active product status and continued availability.

Substiute Parts

206798-2

TE Connectivity Aerospace, Defense and MarineIn Stock: 867206798-2 Datasheet

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170-015-173L000

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 1148170-015-173L000 Datasheet

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170-015-173L010

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 1130170-015-173L010 Datasheet

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170-015-173L020

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 1054170-015-173L020 Datasheet

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170-015-173L030

NorComp Inc.In Stock: 1185170-015-173L030 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the TE Connectivity 206798-2 are identified from the NorComp Inc. 170 series based on strict equivalence of the following parameters:

Core Compatibility Parameters:

• Connector style: D-Sub
• Connector type: Plug for male contacts
• Number of positions: 15
• Number of rows: 2
• Shell size and layout: 2 (DA, A)
• Contact type: Signal
• Mounting type: Free hanging (in-line)
• Dielectric material: Glass-filled polymer (PBT)
• RoHS compliance: ROHS3 compliant

Differentiation Parameters: Substitute parts vary in the following attributes while maintaining core compatibility:

• Shell material and finish (steel, nickel-plated vs. brass, gold-plated)
• Flange feature configuration (housing/shell unthreaded, cable side 4-40, or mating side 4-40)
• Operating temperature range (-50°C ~ 125°C for NorComp vs. not specified for TE Connectivity)
• Color specification (black or unspecified)
• Grounding indents feature (present in NorComp variants)

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All four NorComp 170 series substitute parts (170-015-173L000, 170-015-173L010, 170-015-173L020, 170-015-173L030) maintain functional and mechanical compatibility with the TE Connectivity 206798-2 across core connector parameters. Selection among these substitutes is determined by flange feature requirements specific to the application:

170-015-173L000: Select this variant when an unthreaded housing/shell flange is required, matching the original TE Connectivity 206798-2 flange configuration.

170-015-173L010: Select this variant when cable-side 4-40 threaded mounting is required.

170-015-173L020: Select this variant when cable-side 4-40 threaded mounting is required with black color specification.

170-015-173L030: Select this variant when mating-side 4-40 threaded mounting is required with black color specification.

All substitute parts are active products with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, providing regulatory compliance and supply chain continuity. The NorComp variants incorporate grounding indents and specify an operating temperature range of -50°C ~ 125°C. Shell material differs from the original (steel, nickel-plated vs. brass, gold-plated), and dielectric material is PBT glass-filled rather than polyester glass-filled, both of which are functionally equivalent for D-Sub connector applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What makes these NorComp parts equivalent to the TE Connectivity 206798-2?

A: The substitute parts maintain equivalence across all critical D-Sub connector parameters: 15-position, 2-row configuration; shell size 2 (DA, A); plug type for male contacts; free-hanging in-line mounting; signal contact type; and glass-filled dielectric material. All parts are ROHS3 compliant and suitable for the same connector interface applications.

Q: How do I select the correct NorComp substitute based on flange configuration?

A: The original TE Connectivity 206798-2 features an unthreaded housing/shell flange. If this configuration is required, select 170-015-173L000. If your application requires threaded mounting, select 170-015-173L010 or 170-015-173L020 for cable-side mounting, or 170-015-173L030 for mating-side mounting.

Q: Are there differences in shell material between the original and substitute parts?

A: Yes. The TE Connectivity 206798-2 uses brass with gold plating, while all NorComp substitutes use steel with nickel plating. Both material systems are suitable for D-Sub connector applications and provide equivalent electrical and mechanical performance for signal contact applications.

Q: What is the difference between the dielectric materials used?

A: The original part uses polyester glass-filled dielectric material, while NorComp substitutes use polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) glass-filled material. Both are glass-filled polymers suitable for D-Sub connector housings and provide equivalent functional performance.

Q: Do all substitute parts have the same operating temperature range?

A: The NorComp substitutes specify an operating temperature range of -50°C ~ 125°C. The original TE Connectivity 206798-2 does not specify an operating temperature range in the provided data. The NorComp specification provides defined thermal operating limits for applications requiring temperature range documentation.

Q: What is the significance of grounding indents in the NorComp variants?

A: Grounding indents are a feature present in all NorComp substitute parts but not specified for the original TE Connectivity 206798-2. This feature provides additional grounding capability and is functionally compatible with standard D-Sub connector applications.

Q: Are all substitute parts available in black color?

A: The 170-015-173L020 and 170-015-173L030 variants are specified in black color, matching the original TE Connectivity 206798-2. The 170-015-173L000 and 170-015-173L010 variants do not have color specified in the provided data.

Q: What is the packaging difference between the original and substitutes?

A: The original TE Connectivity 206798-2 is supplied in bulk packaging, while all NorComp substitutes are supplied in tray packaging. Both packaging formats are standard for D-Sub connector components and do not affect functional compatibility.

Q: Are all parts RoHS and REACH compliant?

A: All substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant. The NorComp variants have REACH unaffected status, while the original TE Connectivity 206798-2 has vendor undefined REACH status. The NorComp substitutes provide defined regulatory compliance for applications requiring REACH documentation.