TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 368588-1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The TE Connectivity AMP Connectors 368588-1 is a 6-position rectangular connector receptacle housing designed for panel mount and snap-in applications. This connector operates within the Power Double Lock series and utilizes crimp contact termination with a latch holder fastening mechanism. The part is currently active in production status with 851 pieces available in inventory.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained across connector housings, enabling direct replacement in applications where the original part number becomes unavailable or when alternative inventory sources are required.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Connector Type	Receptacle
Number of Positions	6
Pitch	0.156" (3.96mm)
Number of Rows	2
Row Spacing	0.181" (4.60mm)
Contact Type	Tab
Mounting Type	Panel Mount, Snap-In
Contact Termination	Crimp
Fastening Type	Latch Holder
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6
Color	Natural
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 368588-1 are identified based on strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Connector Configuration: Receptacle housing with 6 positions in a 2-row arrangement
Contact Spacing: 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch with 0.181" (4.60mm) row spacing
Mechanical Interface: Panel mount with snap-in mounting and latch holder fastening
Termination Method: Crimp contact termination with tab contact type
Material Composition: Polyamide (PA66) nylon 6/6 insulation material
Environmental Classification: Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited)

The substitute part 177909-1 maintains all of these critical parameters, establishing functional and mechanical interchangeability within the Power Double Lock connector series.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	368588-1	177909-1	Match Status
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	Identical
Category	Rectangular Connectors	Rectangular Connectors	Identical
Series	Power Double Lock	Power Double Lock	Identical
Connector Type	Receptacle	Receptacle	Identical
Number of Positions	6	6	Identical
Pitch	0.156" (3.96mm)	0.156" (3.96mm)	Identical
Number of Rows	2	2	Identical
Row Spacing	0.181" (4.60mm)	0.181" (4.60mm)	Identical
Contact Type	Tab	Tab	Identical
Mounting Type	Panel Mount, Snap-In	Panel Mount, Snap-In	Identical
Contact Termination	Crimp	Crimp	Identical
Fastening Type	Latch Holder	Latch Holder	Identical
Insulation Material	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Polyamide (PA66), Nylon 6/6	Identical
Color	Natural	Natural	Identical
Operating Temperature	-30°C ~ 65°C	-30°C ~ 105°C	177909-1 Extended Range
Moisture Sensitivity Level	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	Identical
Product Status	Active	Active	Identical
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	Both Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the 368588-1 and 177909-1 are active production parts manufactured by TE Connectivity AMP Connectors within the Power Double Lock rectangular connector series. These parts are functionally and mechanically equivalent across all critical connector parameters.

Selection Basis:

The 368588-1 operates across a temperature range of -30°C to 65°C, while the substitute part 177909-1 extends the upper operating temperature limit to 105°C. Both parts maintain identical mechanical interfaces, contact configurations, and termination methods.

Both parts comply with RoHS regulations. The 368588-1 carries RoHS Compliant status, while the 177909-1 carries ROHS3 Compliant status, indicating compliance with the most current RoHS directive requirements.

Selection between these parts should be based on application temperature requirements and compliance specifications. The 177909-1 provides extended thermal operating range and current-generation RoHS certification, while the 368588-1 remains suitable for applications within its specified temperature envelope.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 177909-1 directly replace the 368588-1 in existing applications?

A: Yes. The 177909-1 maintains identical mechanical and electrical parameters across connector position count, pitch, row spacing, mounting configuration, contact type, and termination method. Direct substitution is supported for applications operating within the 368588-1 temperature range of -30°C to 65°C.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The operating temperature range differs. The 368588-1 operates from -30°C to 65°C, while the 177909-1 operates from -30°C to 105°C. The 177909-1 also carries ROHS3 Compliant certification compared to the RoHS Compliant status of the 368588-1.

Q: Are the connector housings physically identical?

A: Yes. Both parts are 6-position receptacle housings with 0.156" (3.96mm) pitch in a 2-row configuration with 0.181" (4.60mm) row spacing. Panel mount snap-in mounting and latch holder fastening are identical across both parts.

Q: Do these parts require the same contact specifications?

A: Yes. Both housings accept crimp-terminated tab contacts. Contact specifications are independent of housing selection and must be specified separately based on application requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 rating?

A: MSL 1 (Unlimited) indicates that these connector housings have unlimited shelf life and do not require moisture-controlled storage or handling procedures prior to assembly.

Q: Are there inventory considerations for part selection?

A: The 368588-1 has 851 pieces in stock, while the 177909-1 has 2510 pieces in stock. Inventory availability may influence part selection for high-volume applications.

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