TE Connectivity 368572-2 Rectangular Connector Receptacle Housing Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity 368572-2 is a 3-position rectangular connector receptacle housing with 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch, designed for crimp contact termination in free-hanging in-line applications. This component belongs to the Power Double Lock series and features a red polyamide (PA) nylon insulation material. The part is currently active in production status with 1110 pieces available in inventory. Substitute parts are necessary when specific color requirements, operating temperature ranges, or series compatibility differ from the original specification, or when inventory availability requires alternative sourcing from the same manufacturer's product line.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Category	Rectangular Connectors
Connector Type	Receptacle
Number of Positions	3
Pitch	0.156" (3.96mm)
Contact Type	Tab
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Lock
Packaging	Bulk
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 368572-2 is determined by the following critical parameters that must remain constant across all equivalent parts:

Fixed Parameters (Must Match):

Connector Type: Receptacle
Number of Positions: 3
Pitch: 0.156" (3.96mm)
Contact Type: Tab
Mounting Type: Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination: Crimp
Fastening Type: Latch Lock
Packaging: Bulk
MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Variable Parameters (Allowed to Differ):

Color (Red, Black, Natural)
Series (Power Double Lock, Universal Power)
Insulation Material (Polyamide PA or Polyamide PA66)
Operating Temperature Range (-30°C ~ 65°C or -30°C ~ 105°C)
RoHS Status (ROHS3 Compliant or RoHS Compliant)

The substitute parts listed below maintain all fixed parameters while offering variations in color, series designation, material composition, and thermal operating range to accommodate different application requirements and inventory availability.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	368572-2 (Main)	368572-9	368572-1	176283-2	176283-1
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors
Series	Power Double Lock	Power Double Lock	Power Double Lock	Universal Power	Universal Power
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle	Receptacle
Number of Positions	3	3	3	3	3
Pitch	0.156" (3.96mm)	0.156" (3.96mm)	0.156" (3.96mm)	0.156" (3.96mm)	0.156" (3.96mm)
Contact Type	Tab	Tab	Tab	Tab	Tab
Mounting Type	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)	Free Hanging (In-Line)
Contact Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Lock	Latch Lock	Latch Lock	Latch Lock	Latch Lock
Color	Red	Black	Natural	Red	Natural
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA), Nylon	Polyamide (PA), Nylon	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Operating Temperature	-30°C ~ 65°C	-30°C ~ 65°C	-30°C ~ 105°C	-30°C ~ 105°C	-30°C ~ 105°C
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
Inventory (Pcs)	1110	1077	3924	935	8737

Engineering Selection Recommendations

368572-2 (Red, Power Double Lock Series, PA Nylon, -30°C ~ 65°C)

Select this part when red color identification is required and operating temperature does not exceed 65°C. ROHS3 compliance status applies. Current inventory: 1110 pieces.

368572-9 (Black, Power Double Lock Series, PA Nylon, -30°C ~ 65°C)

Select this part when black color identification is required and operating temperature does not exceed 65°C. ROHS3 compliance status applies. Maintains identical thermal and material specifications to 368572-2 with alternative color. Current inventory: 1077 pieces.

368572-1 (Natural, Power Double Lock Series, PA66 Nylon 6/6, -30°C ~ 105°C)

Select this part when natural color is acceptable and extended operating temperature range to 105°C is required. PA66 material composition provides enhanced thermal stability. RoHS compliant. Current inventory: 3924 pieces.

176283-2 (Red, Universal Power Series, PA66 Nylon 6/6, -30°C ~ 105°C)

Select this part when red color identification is required with extended operating temperature range to 105°C. Universal Power series designation indicates broader application compatibility. PA66 material composition applies. RoHS compliant. Current inventory: 935 pieces.

176283-1 (Natural, Universal Power Series, PA66 Nylon 6/6, -30°C ~ 105°C)

Select this part when natural color is acceptable and extended operating temperature range to 105°C is required. Universal Power series designation indicates broader application compatibility. PA66 material composition provides enhanced thermal stability. Highest inventory availability: 8737 pieces. RoHS compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 368572-9 (black) be used as a direct replacement for 368572-2 (red)?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications including 3-position configuration, 0.156" pitch, crimp termination, and latch lock fastening. The only difference is housing color. Both operate within -30°C to 65°C range and carry ROHS3 compliance. Selection depends on color-coding requirements of the application.

Q: What is the difference between the Power Double Lock series (368572 base) and Universal Power series (176283 base)?

A: Both series maintain identical connector geometry, pitch, contact type, and mounting configuration. The Universal Power series (176283) offers extended operating temperature range (-30°C to 105°C) and PA66 material composition compared to the Power Double Lock series standard -30°C to 65°C range with PA material. Series designation reflects application scope rather than physical incompatibility.

Q: Can I substitute 176283-1 for 368572-2 if my application requires higher temperature operation?

A: Yes. The 176283-1 maintains all critical fixed parameters (3 positions, 0.156" pitch, tab contacts, crimp termination, latch lock fastening, free-hanging mounting) while providing extended operating temperature to 105°C and PA66 material composition. The natural color differs from red, but electrical and mechanical compatibility is maintained.

Q: Are there any compatibility issues between Power Double Lock and Universal Power series connectors?

A: No compatibility issues exist at the housing level. Both series employ identical pitch (0.156"), contact type (tab), termination method (crimp), and fastening mechanism (latch lock). Series designation reflects design lineage and application scope, not physical or electrical incompatibility.

Q: What does MSL Rating 1 (Unlimited) mean for these connector housings?

A: MSL Rating 1 indicates these components have unlimited shelf life and require no special moisture control during storage or handling. This applies uniformly across all substitute parts listed.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?

A: Part 176283-1 (Natural, Universal Power series) has the highest inventory with 8737 pieces available. This part also offers extended operating temperature range to 105°C and PA66 material composition.

Q: Do all substitute parts carry the same RoHS compliance status?

A: No. Parts 368572-2 and 368572-9 carry ROHS3 Compliant status. Parts 368572-1, 176283-2, and 176283-1 carry RoHS Compliant status. Both certifications meet regulatory requirements; ROHS3 represents the current standard revision.

Q: Can I mix different color housings (red, black, natural) in the same connector assembly?

A: Electrical and mechanical compatibility exists across all color variants. Color selection is determined by application requirements for circuit identification or visual coding. Mixing colors in a single assembly is technically feasible but should follow application-specific design standards.

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