TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 3-146220-0 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 3-146220-0 is a rectangular connector header designed for through-hole mounting applications. This connector features a vertical orientation with 34 positions arranged in 2 rows at 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch, supporting board-to-board or cable interconnections. The part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent and substitute components that maintain functional compatibility with existing designs while offering improved product status and compliance characteristics.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	3-146220-0
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Series	AMPMODU Mod II
Product Status	Obsolete
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway
Contact Type	Male Pin
Number of Positions	34
Number of Rows	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold
Contact Material	Copper Alloy
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 105°C
Current Rating	3A
Voltage Rating	30VAC
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the TE Connectivity 3-146220-0 is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:

Primary Matching Criteria:

Number of Positions: 34
Number of Rows: 2
Pitch - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Connector Type: Header
Contact Type: Male Pin
Mounting Type: Through Hole
Termination: Solder
Fastening Type: Push-Pull
Contact Shape: Square
Material Flammability Rating: UL94 V-0
Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)

Secondary Compatibility Parameters:

Contact Finish - Mating: Gold
Contact Material: Copper Alloy or Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material: Thermoplastic or equivalent dielectric materials
Operating Temperature Range: Minimum -55°C to maximum 105°C or higher
Current Rating: 3A or greater
Style: Board to Board or Cable

All identified substitute parts maintain these core electrical and mechanical specifications, ensuring direct functional replacement capability in applications originally designed for the 3-146220-0.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	3-146220-0 (TE Connectivity)	0010897340 (Molex)	10119109-134004LF (Amphenol ICC)	2334-6121-TG (3M)	67996-134HLF (Amphenol ICC)	67996-234HLF (Amphenol ICC)	67997-134HLF (Amphenol ICC)	67997-734HLF (Amphenol ICC)	TSW-117-07-L-D (Samtec Inc.)
Connector Type	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header, Breakaway	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header	Header
Contact Type	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin	Male Pin
Number of Positions	34	34	34	34	34	34	34	34	34
Number of Rows	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2
Pitch - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Row Spacing - Mating	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder	Solder
Fastening Type	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull	Push-Pull
Contact Length - Mating	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.240" (6.10mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)	0.230" (5.84mm)
Contact Length - Post	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.107" (2.71mm)	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.095" (2.41mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.120" (3.05mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Overall Contact Length	0.410" (10.41mm)	0.437" (11.10mm)	0.425" (10.80mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.425" (10.80mm)	0.425" (10.80mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.450" (11.43mm)	0.430" (10.92mm)
Insulation Height	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.090" (2.29mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Shape	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square	Square
Contact Finish - Mating	Gold	Gold	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold or Gold, GXT™	Gold
Contact Finish Thickness - Mating	5.00µin (0.127µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	15.0µin (0.38µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	30.0µin (0.76µm)	10.0µin (0.25µm)
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Insulation Material	Thermoplastic	Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP), Glass Filled	Not specified	Thermoplastic, Glass Filled	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Not specified	Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Operating Temperature	-65°C ~ 105°C	Not specified	Not specified	-55°C ~ 105°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 125°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-65°C ~ 130°C	-55°C ~ 125°C
Material Flammability Rating	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0	UL94 V-0
Current Rating	3A	Not specified	Not specified	3A	3A per Contact	3A per Contact	3A	3A	Not specified
RoHS Status	RoHS non-compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS non-compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active	Active

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes for Active Production:

The following parts are recommended as direct substitutes for the obsolete TE Connectivity 3-146220-0, listed in order of compliance and product status:

Tier 1 - RoHS3 Compliant, Active Status:

TSW-117-07-L-D (Samtec Inc.): Active product with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. Operating temperature range of -55°C to 125°C exceeds the original specification. Phosphor bronze contact material provides enhanced durability.
0010897340 (Molex): Active product with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. C-Grid 70280 series offers automotive, medical, and telecommunications applications. All positions loaded.

Tier 2 - RoHS Compliant, Active Status:

67996-234HLF (Amphenol ICC): Active BERGSTIK® II series with RoHS compliance. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 125°C. Phosphor bronze contacts with 3A per contact rating. Highest inventory availability (1152 pcs).
67996-134HLF (Amphenol ICC): Active BERGSTIK® II series with RoHS compliance. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 125°C. Phosphor bronze contacts with 3A per contact rating.
67997-134HLF (Amphenol ICC): Active BERGSTIK® II series with RoHS compliance. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 130°C. Longer contact post length (0.120") suitable for thicker PCB applications.
67997-734HLF (Amphenol ICC): Active BERGSTIK® II series with RoHS compliance. Extended operating temperature range of -65°C to 130°C. Longer contact post length (0.120") suitable for thicker PCB applications.

Tier 3 - RoHS Non-Compliant, Active Status:

2334-6121-TG (3M): Active 2300 series product with RoHS non-compliant status. Operating temperature range of -55°C to 105°C matches original specification. 3A current rating. Suitable for legacy applications where RoHS compliance is not required.

Tier 4 - Active Status, Compliance Status Varies:

10119109-134004LF (Amphenol ICC): Active BERGSTIK® II series with RoHS compliance. All positions loaded. Suitable for board-to-board applications.

Compliance Considerations:

For new designs and production environments requiring regulatory compliance, Tier 1 and Tier 2 substitutes are recommended. The Tier 1 options (TSW-117-07-L-D and 0010897340) provide the highest compliance status with ROHS3 certification and REACH unaffected designation. Tier 2 options provide RoHS compliance suitable for most modern applications. Tier 3 options are appropriate only for legacy systems or applications where RoHS compliance is not mandated.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the TSW-117-07-L-D directly replace the TE Connectivity 3-146220-0 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The TSW-117-07-L-D maintains all critical electrical and mechanical parameters: 34 positions, 2 rows, 0.100" pitch, through-hole solder termination, push-pull fastening, and UL94 V-0 flammability rating. The contact length specifications are within compatible ranges. The extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 125°C) exceeds the original specification (-65°C to 105°C), providing enhanced thermal performance.

Q: What is the difference between the Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® II variants (67996-134HLF, 67996-234HLF, 67997-134HLF, 67997-734HLF)?

A: The primary differences are contact finish thickness and contact post length. The 67996 series variants feature 0.095" contact post length, while the 67997 series variants feature 0.120" contact post length. Contact finish thickness on the mating surface varies: 67996-134HLF and 67997-134HLF use 30.0µin, while 67996-234HLF uses 15.0µin. All variants maintain identical pitch, position count, and fastening characteristics. Selection depends on PCB thickness requirements and contact durability specifications.

Q: Are there packaging differences between substitute parts?

A: Yes. Packaging varies by manufacturer and part number. The TE Connectivity 3-146220-0 is supplied in unspecified packaging. Substitute parts are available in Bulk (0010897340, 67997-134HLF), Bag (10119109-134004LF, 67996-134HLF, 67996-234HLF, 67997-734HLF, TSW-117-07-L-D), or unspecified packaging (2334-6121-TG). Packaging selection does not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility but may influence procurement and handling procedures.

Q: Which substitute offers the best compliance profile for new product development?

A: The TSW-117-07-L-D (Samtec Inc.) and 0010897340 (Molex) offer the highest compliance status with ROHS3 certification and REACH unaffected designation. These parts are suitable for applications requiring the most stringent regulatory compliance. For applications requiring RoHS compliance without ROHS3 designation, the Amphenol ICC BERGSTIK® II series (67996-134HLF, 67996-234HLF, 67997-134HLF, 67997-734HLF) and 10119109-134004LF provide RoHS compliance with active product status.

Q: What is the significance of contact material differences (Copper Alloy vs. Phosphor Bronze)?

A: The original TE Connectivity 3-146220-0 uses Copper Alloy contacts, while most substitute parts use Phosphor Bronze. Phosphor Bronze provides superior mechanical properties, including higher spring force retention and improved durability under repeated mating cycles. This material change enhances long-term reliability without affecting electrical compatibility. Both materials support the specified 3A current rating and gold mating surface finish.

Q: Are there any contact length considerations when substituting?

A: Contact length variations exist among substitutes. The original part features 0.230" mating contact length and 0.090" post length. Most substitutes maintain the 0.230" mating length but vary in post length from 0.095" to 0.120". Longer post lengths (0.120") accommodate thicker PCBs or applications requiring deeper board penetration. Shorter post lengths (0.090" to 0.107") are suitable for standard PCB thicknesses. Selection depends on specific PCB thickness and application requirements.

Q: What is the inventory status of substitute parts?

A: All identified substitute parts are currently in stock with active product status. Inventory levels range from 724 to 1280 pieces. The 67996-234HLF offers the highest inventory availability (1152 pcs), followed by TSW-117-07-L-D (1280 pcs). The 67996-134HLF offers the lowest inventory (724 pcs). Inventory status is subject to change and should be verified at time of procurement.

Q: Can the 3-146220-0 be used interchangeably with the 2334-6121-TG in legacy applications?

A: Yes, for legacy applications where RoHS compliance is not required. Both parts maintain identical pitch, position count, connector type, and fastening characteristics. The 2334-6121-TG operates at -55°C to 105°C, which overlaps with the original specification of -65°C to 105°C. The 2334-6121-TG is RoHS non-compliant, matching the original part's compliance status. This substitution is appropriate only for applications where RoHS compliance is not mandated.

Q: What is the significance of the "Number of Positions Loaded" specification?

A: The original TE Connectivity 3-146220-0 specifies 32 positions loaded out of 34 total positions, indicating that 2 positions are not populated with contacts. Most substitute parts specify "All" positions loaded, meaning all 34 positions contain contacts. This difference does not affect compatibility if the application uses only the 32 loaded positions. For applications requiring all 34 positions populated, substitutes with "All" positions loaded provide additional functionality.

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