TE Connectivity 2-968699-1 Rectangular Connector Plug Housing Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 2-968699-1 is a 2-position rectangular connector plug housing manufactured for the Micro Quadlok series. This connector housing is designed for crimp termination with male pin contacts and operates as a free-hanging in-line component. The part is currently active in production status with 7534 units in stock inventory.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent rectangular connectors share the same critical electrical and mechanical parameters: connector type (plug), contact type (male pin), number of positions (2), pitch (0.100" / 2.54mm), number of rows (1), mounting type (free hanging in-line), and contact termination method (crimp). Alternative models may be required due to inventory availability, color specification requirements, or series compatibility within system designs.

Substiute Parts

2-968699-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 75872-968699-1 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

1452601-1

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 12111452601-1 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

280628

TE Connectivity AMP ConnectorsIn Stock: 10310280628 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 2-968699-1 are identified based on strict equivalence of the following critical parameters:

Electrical Parameters:

• Connector Type: Plug
• Contact Type: Male Pin
• Number of Positions: 2
• Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
• Number of Rows: 1

Mechanical Parameters:

• Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
• Contact Termination: Crimp

Compliance Parameters:

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

Parts 1452601-1 and 280628 meet all critical electrical and mechanical equivalence criteria. Variations in insulation material, color, and series designation do not affect functional interchangeability when these core parameters remain constant. Both substitute parts maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—2-968699-1, 1452601-1, and 280628—are active products with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating. Selection between these parts is based on the following engineering criteria:

2-968699-1 (Primary Part): Natural color housing with PBT insulation material. Micro Quadlok series designation. Highest inventory availability at 7534 units. Suitable for applications requiring natural-colored connector housings.

1452601-1 (Substitute): Black color housing with polyamide (PA) nylon insulation material. Specified operating temperature range of -40°C to 100°C. Lower inventory at 1153 units. Suitable for applications requiring black connector housings with defined temperature specifications.

280628 (Substitute): Black color housing with AMPMODU Mod II series designation. Highest inventory availability at 10276 units. Insulation material not specified. Suitable for applications compatible with AMPMODU Mod II series connectors and requiring black housings.

Selection should prioritize inventory availability, color requirements, and series compatibility with mating connector components in the target application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 1452601-1 be used as a direct replacement for 2-968699-1?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical parameters: 2-position plug housing, male pin contacts, 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, single row, free-hanging in-line mounting, and crimp termination. The primary differences are color (black versus natural) and insulation material (polyamide versus PBT). These differences do not affect functional interchangeability.

Q: What is the difference between 280628 and 2-968699-1?

A: Both parts are functionally equivalent 2-position plug housings with identical pitch, row configuration, and termination method. The 280628 belongs to the AMPMODU Mod II series and features black color housing. The 2-968699-1 belongs to the Micro Quadlok series with natural color housing. Series designation may affect compatibility with mating connector components.

Q: Does the color difference between natural and black housings affect electrical performance?

A: No. Color is a cosmetic and identification parameter only. Electrical performance and mechanical compatibility are determined by connector type, contact type, pitch, number of positions, and termination method, which are identical across all three parts.

Q: Which substitute part has the best inventory availability?

A: Part 280628 has the highest inventory at 10276 units, followed by 2-968699-1 at 7534 units, and 1452601-1 at 1153 units.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All three parts—2-968699-1, 1452601-1, and 280628—are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Q: Does 1452601-1 have a specified operating temperature range?

A: Yes. Part 1452601-1 specifies an operating temperature range of -40°C to 100°C. Operating temperature specifications are not provided for 2-968699-1 or 280628.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in the same assembly?

A: Interchangeability depends on system design requirements. If the application specifies a particular series (Micro Quadlok or AMPMODU Mod II), mating connector compatibility must be verified. If the application only requires a 2-position, 0.100" pitch plug housing with crimp termination, all three parts are functionally equivalent.