TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 2-103688-0 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 2-103688-0 is a 21-position rectangular connector receptacle housing designed for 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch applications. This component functions as a receptacle housing for female socket contacts in single-row configurations and is classified as a free-hanging, in-line connector. The part maintains Active product status with full RoHS compliance and MSL Level 1 rating, indicating broad applicability across industrial and commercial applications. Substitute parts are identified to address inventory availability, alternative sourcing requirements, or specific application constraints while maintaining electrical and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

2-103688-0

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 11762-103688-0 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

65039-016LF

Amphenol ICC (FCI)In Stock: 98165039-016LF Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the TE Connectivity 2-103688-0 are qualified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• Connector type (Receptacle)
• Contact type (Female Socket)
• Number of positions (21)
• Pitch specification (0.100" / 2.54mm)
• Contact termination method (Crimp)

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• Number of rows (1)
• Mounting configuration (Free Hanging / In-Line)
• Housing color (Black)

Compliance & Environmental Parameters:

• RoHS compliance status
• MSL rating (Level 1)
• Operating temperature range compatibility

The substitute part Amphenol ICC (FCI) 65039-016LF satisfies all critical electrical and mechanical parameters required for direct substitution. Both parts function as 21-position receptacle housings with identical pitch, row configuration, and termination methodology. Compliance certifications and moisture sensitivity ratings align across both components, confirming functional interchangeability within specified operating conditions.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the TE Connectivity 2-103688-0 and Amphenol ICC (FCI) 65039-016LF maintain Active product status with full RoHS compliance and MSL Level 1 certification. Selection between these components should be based on the following criteria:

TE Connectivity 2-103688-0 is appropriate for applications requiring the extended lower operating temperature specification of -65°C. This part provides broader thermal operating range coverage and is suitable for extreme cold-environment deployments.

Amphenol ICC (FCI) 65039-016LF is appropriate for applications operating within the -40°C to 105°C range. This substitute offers equivalent electrical and mechanical performance with active inventory availability and alternative sourcing flexibility.

Both components satisfy standard industrial and commercial operating conditions. Selection should account for specific application temperature requirements and supply chain considerations. The operating temperature differential represents the only technical distinction between these functionally equivalent components.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Amphenol ICC (FCI) 65039-016LF directly replace the TE Connectivity 2-103688-0 in existing designs?

A: Direct substitution is supported for applications operating within the -40°C to 105°C temperature range. Both components share identical electrical specifications (21 positions, 0.100" pitch, female socket contacts, crimp termination) and mechanical configurations (single-row, free-hanging mounting). If the application requires operation below -40°C, the TE Connectivity part is required.

Q: Are there any physical dimension differences between these two receptacle housings?

A: The provided specifications confirm equivalent pitch (0.100" / 2.54mm), position count (21), row configuration (1), and mounting type (free-hanging, in-line). No dimensional incompatibilities are documented in the provided parameters.

Q: Do both parts require the same contact specifications?

A: Both receptacle housings accept crimp-terminated female socket contacts designed for 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch applications. Contact compatibility is determined by pitch specification and termination method, which are identical across both parts. Contacts are not included with either housing and must be sourced separately.

Q: What is the significance of the MSL Level 1 rating for both parts?

A: MSL Level 1 indicates unlimited shelf life without moisture sensitivity constraints. Both components can be stored and handled under standard warehouse conditions without desiccant packaging or time-limited exposure requirements.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant for regulated markets?

A: Both the TE Connectivity 2-103688-0 and Amphenol ICC (FCI) 65039-016LF carry RoHS Compliant certification, confirming compliance with restricted substance regulations in applicable markets.

Q: What is the primary technical difference between these substitute parts?

A: The operating temperature minimum specification differs. The TE Connectivity part operates from -65°C to 105°C, while the Amphenol ICC (FCI) part operates from -40°C to 105°C. All other electrical, mechanical, and compliance parameters are equivalent.