TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 223962-1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 223962-1 is a 3-position connector header with male blades designed for board edge, through-hole, right-angle mounting in backplane applications. This component features a blade power connector style within the UPM (Universal Power Modules) series and is classified as obsolete. The product is currently in stock with 1176 pieces available as new original inventory.

Due to its obsolete product status, identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to ensure continued availability and support for new designs or replacement requirements. The substitute part identified maintains functional and electrical compatibility while offering active product status and improved compliance characteristics.

Substiute Parts

223962-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1272223962-1 Datasheet

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5223962-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 12265223962-1 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 223962-1 with the equivalent part 5223962-1 is based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter alignment. Both components share identical specifications across all critical substitution criteria:

Key Parameters Determining Substitution Eligibility:

• Number of Positions: 3 (identical)
• Connector Type: Header, Male Blades (identical)
• Connector Style: Blade Power (identical)
• Mounting Type: Board Edge, Through Hole, Right Angle (identical)
• Termination Method: Press-Fit (identical)
• Contact Layout: 3 Power (identical)
• Voltage Rating: 250V (identical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -55°C ~ 125°C (identical)
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0 (identical)
• Contact Finish: Gold or Gold-Palladium (identical)
• Color: Gray (identical)
• Features: Board Guide (identical)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (identical)

The substitute part 5223962-1 maintains full functional and electrical compatibility with the original 223962-1 while offering active product status and enhanced regulatory compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 5223962-1 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 223962-1 model. Selection of the substitute part is based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Status: The original 223962-1 is classified as obsolete, whereas the substitute 5223962-1 maintains active product status. This ensures long-term availability and continued manufacturer support for new designs and production requirements.

Regulatory Compliance: The substitute part 5223962-1 offers superior compliance characteristics. It is ROHS3 compliant, compared to the non-compliant status of the original part. Additionally, the substitute is REACH unaffected, whereas the original part is REACH affected. These compliance improvements align with current regulatory requirements for electronic components in industrial and commercial applications.

Electrical and Mechanical Compatibility: All electrical parameters, mechanical specifications, and functional characteristics are identical between the two parts. The substitute maintains the same 3-position blade power connector configuration, press-fit termination, board edge mounting, and operating specifications including 250V voltage rating and -55°C to 125°C temperature range.

Packaging: The substitute part is supplied in Tube packaging, providing standardized handling and storage for production environments.

For new designs and replacement applications, the 5223962-1 substitute part is the appropriate selection due to its active status and improved regulatory compliance while maintaining full functional equivalence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5223962-1 be used as a direct replacement for the 223962-1 in existing applications?

A: Yes. The 5223962-1 is a direct substitute with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. All parameters including connector type, number of positions, mounting configuration, voltage rating, operating temperature range, and contact finish are identical. The substitute maintains full compatibility with existing board designs and mating connectors.

Q: What is the primary reason for substituting the 223962-1?

A: The original 223962-1 is classified as obsolete. The 5223962-1 substitute provides continued availability with active product status, ensuring reliable sourcing for new production and replacement requirements.

Q: Are there compliance differences between the two parts?

A: Yes. The substitute 5223962-1 is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, whereas the original 223962-1 is RoHS non-compliant and REACH affected. These improvements align with current regulatory standards for electronic components. Both parts maintain identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4040) classifications.

Q: Do the parts have the same electrical ratings?

A: Yes. Both parts have identical voltage ratings of 250V, operating temperature ranges of -55°C to 125°C, and material flammability ratings of UL94 V-0. Contact finish specifications are also identical, with both offering Gold or Gold-Palladium plating.

Q: Is the packaging different between the two parts?

A: Yes. The original 223962-1 packaging is not specified, while the substitute 5223962-1 is supplied in Tube packaging. This standardized packaging format is suitable for automated production environments and provides consistent handling and storage.

Q: Are both parts currently available in inventory?

A: Yes. The original 223962-1 has 1176 pieces available as new original stock, and the substitute 5223962-1 has 1120 pieces available as new original stock. Both are in stock and ready for immediate procurement.

Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitution eligibility?

A: Substitution is based on identical specifications across connector type (Header, Male Blades), number of positions (3), connector style (Blade Power), mounting type (Board Edge, Through Hole, Right Angle), termination method (Press-Fit), contact layout (3 Power), voltage rating (250V), operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C), material flammability rating (UL94 V-0), contact finish (Gold or Gold-Palladium), color (Gray), and features (Board Guide).

Q: Can the 223962-1 and 5223962-1 be used interchangeably in the same circuit board design?

A: Yes. The parts are fully interchangeable from electrical, mechanical, and functional perspectives. All critical parameters are identical, and both are designed for the same backplane connector applications within the UPM (Universal Power Modules) series.