3517PC RCA Barrel Connector - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3517PC is a 3.20mm ID, 9.00mm OD mono RCA phono jack connector manufactured by Switchcraft Inc. This through-hole, right-angle solder-terminated connector is designed for audio and signal applications requiring standard RCA connectivity. The part is currently in stock with 828 units available. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is essential for supply chain continuity, design flexibility, and procurement optimization when the primary part becomes unavailable or when alternative sourcing is required.

Substiute Parts

3517PC

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 9073517PC Datasheet

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RCJ-011

CUI DevicesIn Stock: 2331RCJ-011 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 3517PC are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter matching. The following criteria determine substitution eligibility:

Critical Matching Parameters:

• Connector Type: Phono (RCA) Jack (Female gender)
• Signal Configuration: Mono
• Industry Recognized Mating Diameter: 3.20mm ID, 9.00mm OD (RCA standard)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• Termination Method: Solder
• Number of Contacts: 2 Conductors, 2 Contacts
• Shielding Classification: Unshielded

Parts meeting all these parameters are classified as direct equivalents and may be substituted without circuit redesign or mechanical modification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The RCJ-011 manufactured by CUI Devices is a direct functional equivalent to the 3517PC. Both parts satisfy identical electrical and mechanical specifications for RCA mono jack connectivity in through-hole, right-angle, solder-terminated applications.

Selection Basis:

The RCJ-011 meets all critical substitution parameters and carries ROHS3 compliance certification, confirming adherence to current environmental and material restriction standards. The part is classified as Active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturer support. Tin plating on contacts and brass contact material provide standard corrosion resistance suitable for audio and signal applications.

The RCJ-011 demonstrates higher current inventory availability (2276 units) compared to the 3517PC (828 units), offering improved supply chain flexibility for high-volume procurement scenarios.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the RCJ-011 be used as a direct replacement for the 3517PC without PCB modification?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical mating diameter specifications (3.20mm ID, 9.00mm OD), mounting type (through-hole, right-angle), and termination method (solder). No PCB redesign or mechanical modification is required.

Q: What are the key electrical parameters that determine RCA jack substitution compatibility?

A: Substitution compatibility is determined by connector type (Phono RCA Jack), signal configuration (Mono), mating diameter standard (3.20mm ID, 9.00mm OD), mounting orientation (right-angle), and contact count (2 conductors, 2 contacts). All these parameters must match exactly.

Q: Does the RCJ-011 meet environmental compliance requirements?

A: Yes. The RCJ-011 is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and material restriction standards for commercial and industrial applications.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the RCJ-011?

A: The RCJ-011 operates within the temperature range of -20°C to 85°C, suitable for standard indoor and controlled environment applications.

Q: Are there packaging differences between the 3517PC and RCJ-011?

A: The RCJ-011 is supplied in bag packaging. Packaging specifications for the 3517PC were not provided in the source documentation.

Q: What contact materials are used in the RCJ-011?

A: The RCJ-011 features brass contacts with tin plating, providing standard corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity for audio and signal applications.