TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 282816-2 Terminal Block Header Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 282816-2 is a 2 Position Terminal Block Header with male pins, shrouded on four sides, featuring a 0.394" (10.00mm) pitch and 90° right angle orientation for through-hole mounting. This component is part of the Buchanan series and is classified as obsolete product status. Due to its obsolete classification, identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity and ensure component availability for new production runs and field replacements.

Substiute Parts

282816-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 1081282816-2 Datasheet

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1776162-2

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 7371776162-2 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of terminal block headers is determined by strict equivalence across electrical and mechanical parameters. The following criteria establish whether a part qualifies as a direct substitute for the 282816-2:

Critical Matching Parameters:

• Number of Positions: 2
• Pitch: 0.394" (10.00mm)
• Header Orientation: 90°, Right Angle
• Type: Header, Male Pins, Shrouded (4 Side)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole
• Termination Style: Solder
• Current Rating - UL: 15 A
• Voltage Rating - UL: 600 V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 110°C
• Contact Tail Length: 0.138" (3.50mm)
• Insulation Height: 0.329" (8.36mm)
• Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
• Contact Material: Copper Alloy

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1776162-2 meets all critical matching parameters and qualifies as a direct substitute. The primary distinction is product status: the 282816-2 is obsolete, while the 1776162-2 is active. Secondary differences include housing material specification variance (Polyamide PA versus Polyamide PA66) and color designation (Black versus Green), which do not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 1776162-2 is the direct substitute for the obsolete 282816-2 terminal block header. Selection of the 1776162-2 is supported by the following engineering factors:

Product Status: The 1776162-2 maintains active product status with TE Connectivity AMP Connectors, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support. The 282816-2 is classified as obsolete, making the 1776162-2 the appropriate choice for new designs and production continuity.

Compliance and Certifications: Both parts maintain identical electrical ratings (15 A UL, 600 V UL), identical flammability certification (UL94 V-0), and identical operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 110°C). The 1776162-2 carries RoHS Compliant status, meeting current regulatory requirements. Both parts are classified under identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4040) codes.

Mechanical Compatibility: The 1776162-2 provides identical mechanical specifications including 2-position configuration, 0.394" (10.00mm) pitch, 90° right angle orientation, through-hole mounting, and solder termination. Contact tail length (0.138" / 3.50mm) and insulation height (0.329" / 8.36mm) are identical, ensuring direct PCB footprint compatibility.

Material and Contact Specifications: Both parts utilize copper alloy contacts with tin mating finish and polyamide housing materials. The housing material specification variance (PA66 versus PA) represents functionally equivalent polyamide formulations suitable for the same electrical and thermal operating conditions.

Non-Critical Differences: Color designation (Green versus Black) and housing material specification notation do not affect electrical performance, mechanical fit, or thermal characteristics. These differences are cosmetic and material classification variations that do not impact component substitution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 1776162-2 be used as a direct replacement for the 282816-2 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 1776162-2 provides identical electrical ratings (15 A UL, 600 V UL), identical mechanical configuration (2-position, 0.394" pitch, 90° right angle), identical contact specifications (copper alloy with tin finish), and identical operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 110°C). PCB footprint compatibility is ensured through identical contact tail length and insulation height specifications.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference between the two parts?

A: The 282816-2 is classified as obsolete, indicating TE Connectivity AMP Connectors no longer manufactures or supports this part. The 1776162-2 maintains active product status, ensuring continued manufacturing availability, technical support, and supply chain reliability for new production and field replacements.

Q: Does the color difference (Green versus Black) affect component functionality?

A: No. Color designation is a cosmetic attribute that does not affect electrical performance, mechanical compatibility, or thermal characteristics. Component selection between green and black housing is determined by design aesthetics or internal documentation requirements only.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences between these parts?

A: Both parts maintain identical electrical certifications (UL94 V-0 flammability rating, 15 A UL current rating, 600 V UL voltage rating). The 1776162-2 carries RoHS Compliant status, meeting current regulatory requirements. Both parts are classified under identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.69.4040) codes.

Q: What is the difference between PA66 and PA housing material specifications?

A: Both polyamide (PA66 and PA) formulations are functionally equivalent for this terminal block application. Both materials provide identical electrical insulation properties, thermal stability across the -40°C ~ 110°C operating range, and mechanical durability. The specification variance reflects material classification notation differences rather than performance differences.

Q: Is the 1776162-2 suitable for applications requiring RoHS compliance?

A: Yes. The 1776162-2 carries RoHS Compliant status, meeting regulatory requirements for restricted substance limitations. Both parts maintain identical electrical and thermal specifications required for compliant applications.

Q: Can these parts be intermixed in the same assembly or production run?

A: Yes. Identical electrical ratings, mechanical specifications, and contact characteristics ensure functional interchangeability. Color differences are the only visual distinction and do not affect electrical or mechanical performance.